North Carolina (NC) Pick 4 Evening Past 30 Days Results
North Carolina (NC) Pick 4 Evening
History and Overview
The North Carolina Pick 4 Evening is a part of the North Carolina Education Lottery‘s daily draw games. Launched in 2009, Pick 4 allows players to select a 4-digit combination with flexible play options and varying prize amounts based on the wager type. The game offers players the chance to win substantial cash prizes twice daily, including evening draws. With simple rules and multiple ways to win, it’s popular among those seeking regular opportunities to cash in.
How to Play
Choose Your Numbers:
- Players select 4 numbers from 0 to 9.
- Players can choose their own numbers or opt for a Quick Pick, where the lottery terminal randomly generates the numbers.
Select Your Play Type:
- Players have several play options, each offering different odds and prizes:
- Exact Order: Match the numbers in the exact order they’re drawn.
- Any Order: Match the numbers in any order.
- 50/50 (Exact + Any Order): Win for matching numbers in either exact or any order.
- Combo: Play all combinations of the selected numbers.
- Players have several play options, each offering different odds and prizes:
Wager Amount:
- Players can wager $0.50 or $1.00 per play.
- The prize amounts depend on the wager amount.
Select Draw Time:
- Players can choose to play in the daytime draw or evening draw, or both.
- This explanation covers the evening draw, but players can select both draws by marking “Day + Eve” on the playslip.
Multi-Draw Option:
- Players can play up to 7 consecutive draws by marking the appropriate box on the playslip.
Draw Time
The North Carolina Pick 4 Evening offers daily draws:
- Draw Days: Every day of the week.
- Draw Time: Draws are held at 11:22 PM Eastern Time (ET).
- Cut-off Time: Ticket sales close at 10:59 PM ET on draw days.
Prize Structure
The prize structure for North Carolina Pick 4 depends on the play type, wager amount, and how the numbers are matched:
Exact Order:
- Wager: $1 – Prize: $5,000
- Wager: $0.50 – Prize: $2,500
Any Order (1-way, 4-way, 6-way, or 24-way):
- 1-Way (All four digits are the same): Wager $1 – Prize: $1,250; Wager $0.50 – Prize: $625.
- 4-Way (Three digits the same): Wager $1 – Prize: $1,200; Wager $0.50 – Prize: $600.
- 6-Way (Two pairs of digits the same): Wager $1 – Prize: $800; Wager $0.50 – Prize: $400.
- 24-Way (All four digits are different): Wager $1 – Prize: $200; Wager $0.50 – Prize: $100.
50/50 (Exact + Any Order):
- The prize depends on matching either exact or any order. The payout varies based on wager and match.
Combo:
- This play type is similar to placing multiple exact order bets. The cost depends on how many different combinations the player is betting on, and winnings reflect the prize for an exact order match.
Odds of Winning
The odds of winning in North Carolina Pick 4 depend on the play type:
- Exact Order: 1 in 10,000
- Any Order:
- 4-way: 1 in 2,500
- 6-way: 1 in 1,667
- 12-way: 1 in 833
- 24-way: 1 in 417
Claiming Prizes
The process for claiming prizes in North Carolina Pick 4 is straightforward:
- Prizes up to $599: Can be claimed at any North Carolina Lottery retailer.
- Prizes between $600 and $99,999: Must be claimed at a North Carolina Education Lottery regional office or by mail with a completed claim form.
- Prizes over $100,000: Must be claimed at the North Carolina Education Lottery headquarters.
- Claim Period: Players have 180 days from the date of the draw to claim their prizes.
Important Points
- Age Requirement: Players must be 18 years or older to purchase tickets and claim prizes.
- Cut-off Time: Tickets for Pick 4 Evening must be purchased by 10:59 PM ET on draw days.
- Taxation: Prizes over $5,000 are subject to federal and state taxes.
- Multi-Draw Option: Players can play for up to 7 consecutive days by choosing the multi-draw option.
Conclusion
The North Carolina Pick 4 Evening offers players a flexible and exciting way to win cash prizes every day. With multiple ways to play and prize amounts that vary based on the type of wager, Pick 4 gives players the opportunity to strategize and potentially win up to $5,000 per draw. With daily draws, including the evening option, it’s a fun game that provides consistent chances to win.
North Carolina Lottery Time Schedule
| (GMT-5:00) | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lottery | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
| Pick 3 Daytime | 3:00 PM | 3:00 PM | 3:00 PM | 3:00 PM | 3:00 PM | 3:00 PM | 3:00 PM |
| Pick 3 Evening | 11:22 PM | 11:22 PM | 11:22 PM | 11:22 PM | 11:22 PM | 11:22 PM | 11:22 PM |
| Pick 4 Daytime | 3:00 PM | 3:00 PM | 3:00 PM | 3:00 PM | 3:00 PM | 3:00 PM | 3:00 PM |
| Pick 4 Evening | 11:22 PM | 11:22 PM | 11:22 PM | 11:22 PM | 11:22 PM | 11:22 PM | 11:22 PM |
| Cash 5 | 11:22 PM | 11:22 PM | 11:22 PM | 11:22 PM | 11:22 PM | 11:22 PM | 11:22 PM |