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Palmetto Cash 5 Jackpot Reaches Record $1.24 Million

The South Carolina lottery jackpot has climbed to a record high after rolling over 47 consecutive times.

Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Gambling

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The Palmetto Cash 5 jackpot in South Carolina has reached a record $1.246 million following 47 consecutive rollovers without a winner. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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South Carolina residents are eyeing a record-breaking $1.246 million Palmetto Cash 5 jackpot. The prize total has soared following 47 consecutive drawings without a jackpot winner.

Why it matters

The massive jackpot has built up steadily since early September, drawing increased attention to the state lottery. Players are now competing for one of the largest prizes in the game's history.

Tickets for the Palmetto Cash 5 cost $2 each, with overall odds of winning any prize standing at 1 in 10. The specific odds of hitting the jackpot are 1 in 850,668.

The players

Palmetto Cash 5

This is a daily draw lottery game operated for the residents of South Carolina.

The details

Players participate by selecting five numbers between 1 and 42 or choosing a quick pick option. Non-jackpot prizes can be further increased by multipliers ranging from 2x up to 10x.

Timeline

  1. The last jackpot win occurred on September 8, 2026.

  2. The next scheduled drawing takes place on October 26, 2026, at 6:59 p.m.

Culture Shift

This record jackpot follows the North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries rollover frequency guidelines. The surge in prize money reflects a broader societal trend where high-value jackpots drive significantly increased lottery participation.

Residents can purchase $2 tickets at authorized retailers across the state to participate in the daily drawing. Those who play should keep in mind the 1 in 10 overall odds of winning any prize level.

The takeaway

Lottery players should treat drawings as a form of entertainment rather than a reliable financial strategy. Always verify ticket numbers against the official results broadcast daily at 6:59 p.m.

Further reading

Learn more about local gaming regulations on the South Carolina Gambling section page.

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