Dakota Cash
Latest draw · Saturday, July 4, 2026
How to play Dakota Cash
- 1 Choose 5 numbers from 1 to 35 — or let the terminal Quick Pick them at random.
- 2 Pick which drawing(s) to enter — Dakota Cash is drawn on Wednesday, Saturday. You can usually play several draws in advance.
- 3 Pay for your ticket and keep it safe — you'll need the physical ticket to claim any prize.
- 4 After the draw, check your numbers here or with the prize table. Match enough numbers and you win!
On April 12, 1993, the South Dakota Lottery introduced its very own cash Lotto game - Dakota Cash. Since then, the game has become quite popular for the payouts and the winning odds it offers and is widely played among lottery players. The jackpot for the game starts at $20,000, which keeps on growing until someone bags the top prize with a chance of 1 in 324,632. The drawings for the game are held every Wednesday and Saturday with the option of playing the lottery numbers for up to 9 consecutive draws in advance thereby multiplying the possibilities to win the lottery.
Playing Dakota Cash is super thrilling and highly rewarding. Just grab a South Dakota lottery ticket worth $1, select 5 lottery numbers from a field of 1 to 35, and mark it on your playslip. Or you can opt for Quick Pick if you prefer playing numbers randomly generated by the terminal. If your selected Dakota Cash numbers match the drawn numbers you bag the winning lottery prizes.
Wish you had the chance to play your lottery numbers for multiple draws and crack the jackpot?
Well, the South Dakota Lottery allows you to play your Dakota Cash numbers for a number of multiple drawings. You have the option to play your lottery numbers for up to 9 consecutive draws thereby multiplying your possibilities to win. Who knows one of these draws will bring a surprise lottery win!
You need to hand over your completed playslip and payment to the retailer. In return, you will get a ticket for selected numbers and game add-ons. Your lottery ticket is your only receipt. Ensure to check the accuracy of the numbers and sign at the back of your ticket for authentication.
How to win
Match your numbers to the drawn numbers. Each tier below pays a prize — the more you match, the more you win.
| Match | Prize | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| 5 of 5 | $164,000 Rolling Jackpot | 1 in 324,632 |
| 4 of 5 | $100 | 1 in 2,164 |
| 3 of 5 | $3 | 1 in 75 |
| 2 of 5 | $1 | 1 in 8 |
Always confirm rules, odds and prizes with the official South Dakota lottery — they can change.