The South Dakota Lottery’s Lucky For Life game offers players the chance to win big with a top prize of $1,000 a day for life! The drawing on May 25, 2025, has concluded, and players across the state are eagerly checking their tickets to see if they’ve won. Below, we’ll cover the winning numbers, how to play, prize tiers, and what winners should do next.
Lucky For Life Winning Numbers for May 25, 2025
The official Lucky For Life numbers drawn on Sunday, May 25, 2025, are:
Main Numbers: 12 – 24 – 36 – 48 – 52
Lucky Ball: 7
If your ticket matches these numbers in the exact order, you could be the next big winner!
Second Chance Drawing (Match All 5 Numbers Without Lucky Ball)
If you matched all five numbers but not the Lucky Ball, you still win $25,000 a year for life—a fantastic consolation prize!
How to Play Lucky For Life
Lucky For Life is a multi-state lottery game available in South Dakota and several other states. Here’s how it works:
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Select Five Numbers: Choose five numbers from 1 to 48.
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Pick a Lucky Ball: Select one Lucky Ball number from 1 to 18 (this is separate from your main numbers).
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Purchase Your Ticket: Tickets cost $2 per play and can be bought at authorized SD Lottery retailers.
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Check the Drawings: Lucky For Life drawings occur every Monday and Thursday at 9:38 PM CT.
Additional Features:
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EZ Match Add-On: For an extra $1, you can add EZ Match for instant wins up to $500.
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Multi-Draw: You can purchase tickets for up to 20 consecutive drawings.
Prize Tiers and Payouts
Lucky For Life offers multiple ways to win, even if you don’t hit the jackpot. Here’s the prize breakdown:
| Match | Prize |
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| 5 numbers + Lucky Ball | $1,000 a day for life! |
| 5 numbers (no Lucky Ball) | $25,000 a year for life |
| 4 numbers + Lucky Ball | $5,000 |
| 4 numbers (no Lucky Ball) | $200 |
| 3 numbers + Lucky Ball | $150 |
| 3 numbers (no Lucky Ball) | $20 |
| 2 numbers + Lucky Ball | $25 |
| 1 number + Lucky Ball | $6 |
| 0 numbers + Lucky Ball | $4 |
Note: The “for life” prizes are guaranteed for a minimum of 20 years (or 30 years in some states).
What to Do If You Win
If you believe you’ve won a prize in the May 25, 2025, Lucky For Life drawing, follow these steps:
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Double-Check Your Numbers: Verify your ticket against the official numbers.
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Sign the Back of Your Ticket: This helps prevent theft or fraud.
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Claim Your Prize:
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Prizes under $599: Can be claimed at any authorized SD Lottery retailer.
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Prizes $600 or more: Must be claimed at the South Dakota Lottery Office in Pierre or via mail (with proper documentation).
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Consult a Financial Advisor (For Big Wins): If you’ve won $25,000 a year for life or $1,000 a day for life, consider speaking with a financial planner to manage your winnings wisely.
Claim Deadline: Winners have 180 days from the draw date to claim their prize.
Past Winners & Odds of Winning
While the Lucky For Life jackpot is challenging to hit (odds are 1 in 30.8 million), smaller prizes are much more frequent. South Dakota has had multiple winners over the years, including:
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2023: A Sioux Falls resident won $25,000 a year for life.
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2021: A Rapid City player took home $1,000 a day for life.
Odds Breakdown:
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$1,000 a day for life: 1 in 30,821,472
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$25,000 a year for life: 1 in 1,813,028
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Any prize: 1 in 7.5
Where to Buy Tickets & Next Drawing
You can purchase Lucky For Life tickets at:
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Gas stations
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Convenience stores
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Grocery stores with lottery kiosks
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Online (if your state permits)
Next Drawing:
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Date: May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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Time: 9:38 PM CT
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Estimated Jackpot: $1,000 a day for life (if no one wins on May 25)
Final Thoughts
The May 25, 2025, Lucky For Life drawing could change someone’s life forever! Whether you matched all the numbers or just a few, every win is exciting. If you didn’t win this time, don’t worry—there’s always another chance.
Good luck, and play responsibly!
Disclaimer: Lottery numbers are subject to official confirmation. Always check with the South Dakota Lottery for the most accurate results. Gambling should be done responsibly—if you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-522-4700 for help.
