SC Lottery Powerball jackpot soars to $1.1 billion Monday drawing after 42 draws with zero winners

The SC lottery Powerball jackpot has soared to a staggering $1.1 billion after no winning ticket matched all six numbers in Saturday night’s drawing. Players across South Carolina and nationwide are lining up at retailers and online, hoping to claim what could be the sixth-largest jackpot in Powerball history. The next drawing is Monday night, and the clock is ticking.

Powerball Reaches Historic Milestone for December Drawing

After 42 consecutive drawings without a jackpot winner, the Powerball lottery has officially crossed the billion-dollar threshold for only the sixth time in its history. The South Carolina Education Lottery confirmed the milestone after Saturday night’s drawing failed to produce any tickets matching all six winning numbers. This represents one of the most excitement-filled moments in modern lottery history.

The $1.1 billion prize continues to grow because players keep buying tickets without anyone hitting the elusive jackpot. Each successive drawing adds millions to the pot, creating what lottery officials describe as unprecedented player interest. Retailers across South Carolina report longer lines and increased ticket sales as the jackpot climbs.

What South Carolina Players Could Win on Monday Night

If someone wins on Monday, December 15, they’ll face a critical choice: take the $503.4 million cash option immediately or claim the full $1.1 billion in 29 annual payments. The cash option appeals to winners wanting immediate wealth, while the annuity provides long-term security but over decades.

Players in South Carolina did see success in lower prize tiers during Saturday’s drawing. Seven tickets won $1 million or more across various states, including some in South Carolina with the Power Play multiplier. While not the jackpot, these are still life-changing prizes that demonstrate the game’s appeal beyond chasing the ultimate prize.

Powerball Prize Details	Amount
Estimated Jackpot	$1.1 Billion
Cash Lump Sum	$503.4 Million
Annuity Payments	29 annual installments
Next Drawing	Monday, December 15, 2025
Ticket Cost	$2 per play

Where This Ranks in Powerball History

The $1.1 billion jackpot ranks as the sixth-largest in Powerball history, putting it in rare company. The all-time record was $2.04 billion won in California just last November. Earlier in 2025, a $1.787 billion jackpot was split between winners in Missouri and Texas on September 6.

This is already the second consecutive $1 billion+ jackpot in 2025, showing the lottery’s modern tendency toward massive prizes. The South Carolina Education Lottery reports that players nationwide are increasingly drawn to these historic prize levels, with ticket sales surging dramatically as the jackpot grows.

How to Play Powerball and Claim Your Prize

To play Powerball, pick five numbers between 1 and 69 for the white balls, plus one number between 1 and 26 for the red Powerball. You can select your own numbers or use Quick Pick for random selections. Adding the Power Play multiplier for an extra dollar can increase non-jackpot prizes up to 10 times when the jackpot is under $150 million.

Winning tickets must be claimed through the South Carolina Education Lottery office, which verifies all winning tickets before payout. The agency recommends winners sign the back of their ticket immediately and consult with financial and legal advisors before claiming. Players have one year from the drawing date to claim prizes, so there’s time but it shouldn’t be delayed.

Will Monday Night Produce the Next Powerball Millionaire in South Carolina?

With lottery fever reaching fever pitch across the nation, Monday’s drawing could finally break the 42-drawing losing streak. South Carolina players are hoping to continue the state’s tradition of producing significant Powerball winners. The South Carolina Education Lottery emphasizes that while odds are steep at 1 in 292 million for the jackpot, someone has to win eventually.

Players are encouraged to play responsibly and set budgets they can afford. While the dream of winning $1.1 billion is intoxicating, lottery officials stress that most people don’t win. However, with stakes this high and only hours remaining before Monday night’s drawing, millions are deciding it’s worth a try.

“The Powerball jackpot has reached an estimated $1.1 billion for Monday night’s drawing, with an estimated cash value of $503.4 million.”

— Powerball.com, Official Powerball Website

Sources

• Powerball.com – Official drawing results and jackpot announcements
• South Carolina Education Lottery – State lottery regulations and prize information
• NBC News – National lottery jackpot coverage and statistics