The draws are held daily at 6:17 p.m. Central Time, with the winning numbers being selected randomly. If a playerβs chosen numbers match all five numbers drawn, they win the jackpot, which starts at $25,000 and rolls over if there is no winner, increasing by a minimum of $1,000 per draw until someone wins. This rollover feature adds an element of excitement, as the jackpot can grow significantly over time.
Prize Structure and Odds
Northstar Cash has a tiered prize structure that rewards players for matching as few as two numbers, which helps maintain player interest and engagement. The prize tiers are as follows:
- Match 5: Jackpot (minimum $25,000)
- Match 4: Approximately $50
- Match 3: Approximately $5
- Match 2: $1
The odds of winning the Northstar Cash jackpot are 1 in 169,911, which, while still challenging, are considerably better than those of larger national lottery games. The odds of winning any prize are 1 in 6.94, making it a relatively favorable game for those looking to increase their chances of a return on their ticket purchase.
Strategies for Playing Northstar Cash
Understanding Probability
As with any lottery game, Northstar Cash is primarily a game of chance. However, understanding the basic principles of probability can help players make more informed decisions when choosing their numbers. For instance, while every number combination has an equal chance of being drawn, some players prefer to choose a mix of high and low numbers or avoid sequences that appear to be less random, such as consecutive numbers. These strategies are based on the idea that spreading out the numbers across the range may feel more representative of a random draw.
