Cash4Life
5 numbers (1-60) + Cash Ball (1-4)Min 1 · Max 25
About Cash4Life
Cash4Life is a multi-state game with a unique annuity-style top prize: $1,000 per day for life. Pick 5 numbers from 1–60 plus a Cash Ball from 1–4. Drawings are held nightly at 9:00 PM ET. The second prize, $1,000 per week for life, is also a lifelong payout.
Tips for Playing Cash4Life
- The Cash Ball is drawn from a pool of just 1–4, making it far easier to match than the bonus balls in Powerball or Mega Millions. You have a 1-in-4 chance of matching it on any given entry.
- The second prize ($1,000 per week for life) has odds of approximately 1 in 7,282,016, still a life-altering prize for a $2 ticket.
- Cash4Life is sold in Pennsylvania and several neighboring states, including New York and New Jersey. Prize claims and payment rules vary slightly by state.
Cash4Life: Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Cash4Life top prize really paid for life?
Yes. The top prize pays $1,000 per day (equivalent to $365,000 per year) for the winner's lifetime, subject to a minimum guaranteed payment period as specified in the official rules. The second prize of $1,000 per week for life is structured similarly. Always review the official Cash4Life prize claim rules for full details.
What is the Cash Ball in Cash4Life?
The Cash Ball is a single bonus number drawn separately from a pool of just 1–4. You must match all 5 main numbers AND the Cash Ball to win the top prize. Because the Cash Ball pool is so small (just four possibilities), your chance of matching it is 1 in 4, much better than the bonus ball odds in other jackpot games.
What are all the Cash4Life prize tiers?
Cash4Life has eight prize tiers: 5+CB ($1,000/day for life), 5+0 ($1,000/week for life), 4+CB ($2,500), 4+0 ($500), 3+CB ($100), 3+0 ($25), 2+CB ($10), and 1+CB or 0+CB ($4 or $2 depending on the tier). All prizes except the top two are fixed cash amounts.
Can Pennsylvania residents play Cash4Life?
Yes. Cash4Life is a multi-state game available in Pennsylvania along with several neighboring states including New York, New Jersey, Maryland, and others. Tickets are sold at licensed PA Lottery retailers. Prize claim procedures may vary slightly between participating states.
How does Cash4Life compare to Powerball or Mega Millions?
Cash4Life has significantly better jackpot odds (1 in 21,846,048) compared to Powerball (1 in 292M) or Mega Millions (1 in 302M). The trade-off is the prize structure: Cash4Life pays $1,000 per day for life rather than a multi-hundred-million-dollar lump sum option. For players who prefer annuity-style income over a single large payout, Cash4Life's better odds and guaranteed lifetime income make it a distinct option.
What happens to the Cash4Life prize if the winner dies before the guaranteed period ends?
Cash4Life prizes are subject to a minimum guaranteed payout period, meaning the prize will continue to be paid to the winner's estate or designated beneficiary for the remainder of that guaranteed term even if the winner dies before it ends. The exact terms of the guaranteed period are specified in the official Cash4Life rules, so always review those details when claiming a life prize.
Are Cash4Life draws held every day?
Yes. Cash4Life drawings are held nightly at approximately 9:00 PM ET, every day of the week. Because it draws seven days a week, ticket sales cut-offs and draw times should always be confirmed with your retailer to ensure your ticket is entered for the correct drawing.
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.