Powerball Payout Calculator South Carolina
South Carolina taxes lottery winnings at 6.2% on top of federal tax. South Carolina's top income tax rate (6.2%, phasing down toward 6% or lower) applies; 7% may be withheld up front. (as of Jan 2026)
Calculate your exact South Carolina payout →Example: what a jackpot is worth in South Carolina
After-tax estimates using 6.2% state tax, the 2026 federal brackets (24% withheld up front, 37% top rate), and a lump sum cash value of 47% of the advertised jackpot.
| Advertised jackpot | Lump sum net | Annuity net (30-yr total) | First annuity payment (net) |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100M | $26,740,043 | $58,121,282 | $898,964 |
| $500M | $133,524,043 | $285,321,282 | $4,318,650 |
| $1B | $267,004,043 | $569,321,282 | $8,593,258 |
How South Carolina compares
Eleven jurisdictions take no state tax on lottery wins (including Texas, Florida, and California). Among states that do tax, rates run from 2.5% (North Dakota, Arizona) to 10.9% (New York). See the full 51-state comparison table or read lump sum vs annuity: which to take.
South Carolina lottery tax FAQ
How much tax does South Carolina take from lottery winnings?
South Carolina's top income tax rate (6.2%, phasing down toward 6% or lower) applies; 7% may be withheld up front.
What would I actually take home from a $500 million jackpot in South Carolina?
Taking the lump sum (cash value about 47% of the jackpot), you would clear roughly $133,524,043 after federal and state taxes. Taking the 30-year annuity, the after-tax total is roughly $285,321,282, paid in 30 growing installments.
Is the federal tax the same in South Carolina as everywhere else?
Yes. Federal treatment is identical nationwide: 24% is withheld on prizes over $5,000, and jackpot-size winnings reach the 37% top bracket (income above $640,600 for a single filer in 2026), so the remainder is due when you file.
Do I pay South Carolina tax if I bought the ticket somewhere else?
State withholding follows the state of purchase. If you live in South Carolina but bought the winning ticket in another state, that state withholds first — South Carolina then taxes you as a resident with a credit for tax paid there (rules vary; confirm with a tax professional).