Cash 5
5 numbers (1-43)Min 1 · Max 25
About Cash 5
Cash 5 is Pennsylvania's flagship daily jackpot game. Pick 5 unique numbers from 1–43 for a chance at a rolling jackpot that keeps growing until someone wins. Drawings are held every night at 7:00 PM ET and tickets are just $1 each.
Tips for Playing Cash 5
- Cash 5 has significantly better jackpot odds (1 in 962,598) than any multi-state game, while still offering a jackpot that can grow to much more than its $125,000 starting point during a long run.
- Second and third prizes (matching 4-of-5 and 3-of-5) are pari-mutuel; they are split among all winners at that tier. Multiple winners in a single draw each receive a proportional share.
- Cash 5 and Match 6 draw at the same time. Both are $1–$2 games you can play in a single stop.
Cash 5: Frequently Asked Questions
What does pari-mutuel mean for Cash 5 prizes?
Pari-mutuel means the prize pool is divided equally among all winners at a given tier. Unlike fixed-prize games, if five people match 4-of-5 on the same night, each person receives one-fifth of the total 4-of-5 prize pool rather than a fixed amount. The jackpot (5-of-5) works the same way.
How often does the Cash 5 jackpot get won?
Because the odds are 1 in 962,598 and the game draws every night, jackpots are won more frequently than national games. When the jackpot rolls for a long stretch without a winner, the advertised amount can grow well beyond the $125,000 reset value.
What are Cash 5's secondary prize tiers?
Cash 5 has three prize tiers: matching all 5 numbers (jackpot), matching 4 of 5, and matching 3 of 5. The 3-of-5 tier has odds of approximately 1 in 103 and typically pays a small pari-mutuel prize. All prize amounts are determined after each draw by dividing the tier's prize pool among all winners at that level.
What is the Cash 5 starting jackpot amount?
The Cash 5 jackpot starts at $125,000 after a win. It rolls over and grows with each subsequent drawing until someone matches all five numbers. There is no published cap on how high the jackpot can grow during an extended rollover run.
How is Cash 5 different from Pick 5?
Cash 5 and Pick 5 are completely different game formats. Cash 5 is a ball-draw jackpot game where you pick 5 unique numbers from 1 to 43. Pick 5 is a digit game where you choose five individual digits (0–9 each), and the same digit can appear multiple times. They have different odds, prize structures, ticket prices, and play mechanics. The names sound similar but they share no overlap as games.
Is Cash 5 exclusive to Pennsylvania?
Yes. Cash 5 is a Pennsylvania-only game, not part of a multi-state agreement. Tickets can only be purchased at licensed PA Lottery retailers in Pennsylvania. Results and prize claims are handled through the Pennsylvania Lottery.
What time does Cash 5 draw and when do ticket sales close?
Cash 5 draws every night at approximately 7:00 PM ET. Ticket sales typically close shortly before the draw, though exact cut-off times vary by retailer. Match 6 Lotto draws at the same time, so if you're playing both, make sure to get both tickets before the evening cut-off.
Play Responsibly
Lottery play is entertainment. Set a budget before you play and treat ticket purchases as the cost of that entertainment, not an investment or income strategy. No number generator, system, or selection method can change lottery odds. If gambling stops being fun, free and confidential help is available 24/7:
- PA Council on Problem Gambling: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
- National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
This site is not affiliated with the Pennsylvania Lottery. Always verify draw times, ticket prices, and official rules at palottery.state.pa.us.