Mega Millions Lottery – Latest Results & Jackpots
See the latest winning numbers, jackpots, and expert predictions for Mega Millions
Next Draw
Date & Time
Estimated Jackpot
$482,000,000
Last Draw Results
Draw Date
Jackpot
$463,000,000
Winning Numbers
5
10
38
49
68
17
Introduction
The Mega Millions lottery is one of the most popular and widely played lottery games in the United States.
It offers players the chance to win large jackpots and many smaller prizes in every draw.
Tickets are sold through the official lottery of each participating jurisdiction, at authorized retailers and, where available, online.
Game information
Format
5/70 + 1/24
Draw days
Tue, Fri
Draw time
11:00 PM ET
Jackpot odds
1 in 290,472,336
Any prize odds
1 in 23.0
Ticket price
$5 (multiplier included)
Where Mega Millions is played
Mega Millions is played across multiple states in the United States.
Players can participate through authorized lottery retailers in each participating jurisdiction, under its own lottery regulations.
- Arizona
- New York
- Arkansas
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Georgia
- Delaware
- Wyoming
- Florida
- California
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Washington D.C.
#26, #48, #51
Hottest Number
8 Draws out of 50
#69
Coldest Number
0 Draws out of 50
34 - 48
Most Popular Pairs
3 Draws out of 50
13 - 30 - 52
Most Popular Triplets
2 Draws out of 50
26
8 Draws out of 50
16.0%
48
8 Draws out of 50
16.0%
51
8 Draws out of 50
16.0%
30
7 Draws out of 50
14.0%
Number Frequency Bar Chart
Analyze Last:
50 Draws
By Number (1,2,3...)
Overall Odd vs Even Distribution
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50 Draws
Sum Range Distribution
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50 Draws
Last Jackpots
Mega Millions Odds And Prizes
| 5 numbers + Mega Ball | 1 in 290,472,336 |
| 5 numbers | 1 in 12,629,232 |
| 4 numbers + Mega Ball | 1 in 893,761 |
| 4 numbers | 1 in 38,859 |
| 3 numbers + Mega Ball | 1 in 13,965 |
| 3 numbers | 1 in 607 |
| 2 numbers + Mega Ball | 1 in 665 |
| 1 number + Mega Ball | 1 in 86 |
| Mega Ball only | 1 in 35 |
How to Play
A Mega Millions play costs $5 and takes two picks. Here is the whole game in order, including the built-in multiplier that changes what a winning ticket is actually worth.
- 1
Pick five white balls
Choose 5 numbers from 1 to 70. Order does not matter — any arrangement of the same five numbers wins the same prize.
- 2
Pick one gold Mega Ball
Choose 1 number from 1 to 24. The Mega Ball is drawn from a separate machine, so it can repeat a white-ball number in the same draw.
- 3
Multiplier is built in
Every play includes a random multiplier of 2x, 3x, 4x, 5x or 10x on all non-jackpot prizes — there is no add-on to buy.
- 4
Choose cash or annuity
Jackpot winners take either 30 graduated annual payments or a single lump sum worth roughly half the advertised prize before tax.
How to read Mega Millions statistics
The gold Mega Ball comes out of its own 1–24 machine, so white-ball trends say nothing about it and it can match a white number in the same draw. With only 24 possibilities, its frequency chart settles far faster than the five-ball chart — differences of a few draws are normal noise, not a signal.
Sum and parity analysis applies to the five white balls: their sum clusters heavily in the middle of the range, while the Mega Ball's distribution should look close to flat over a long enough history.Practical playing tips
- Spread your line across the full 1–70 range instead of clustering under 31 — birthday lines are the most duplicated tickets and split jackpots most often.
- Aim for a sum in the common middle band rather than an extreme low or high total; extreme sums are mathematically possible but far less frequent.
- Mix odd and even numbers. Splits of 3/2 and 2/3 account for the majority of historical draws.
- Track the Mega Ball separately. It comes from its own 1–24 pool, so white-ball trends tell you nothing about it.
- Use a fixed budget and treat the ticket as entertainment — no filter changes the 1 in 290 million jackpot odds.
Mega Millions Glossary
Mega Ball
The gold bonus ball drawn from a 1–24 pool, required for the jackpot.
Multiplier
Every play includes a random multiplier of 2x, 3x, 4x, 5x or 10x that applies to all non-jackpot prizes.
Rollover
A draw with no jackpot winner, which moves the prize pool into the next draw.
Sum
The total of the five white balls, most often landing in the middle of the possible range.
Parity
The odd-to-even split of a line; all-odd and all-even combinations are historically rare.
Conclusion
Mega Millions is a thrilling lottery game offering substantial jackpots and multiple prize tiers, providing excitement and the potential for life-changing winnings.
Its widespread availability and easy-to-understand gameplay make it a favorite among lottery enthusiasts in the United States.
Players in every participating jurisdiction share the same draw and the same jackpot, so millions of tickets across the United States compete in every Mega Millions draw.
Mega Millions Frequently Asked Questions
How do I play Mega Millions?
Select 5 numbers between 1 and 70 and 1 Mega Ball between 1 and 24, purchase a ticket, and match them with the draw results to win prizes.
What are the odds of winning Mega Millions?
Your chances depend on how many numbers you need to match and the total number pool the game draws from.
Games with smaller number ranges and fewer balls drawn have better overall odds, while games with large pools and bonus balls — like multi-state lotteries — offer much larger jackpots but lower probability of winning the top prize. Every ticket has the same odds regardless of which numbers you choose, since draws are fully random. Check the official Mega Millions prize table for a full breakdown of odds per tier.
Where can I check Mega Millions results?
All winning numbers and past results are available on the Mega Millions draw history page.
The page is updated after every draw with the official winning numbers, jackpot size, and prize tier breakdown. Results are pulled directly from official lottery operator sources to ensure accuracy. If you want just the most recent draw, visit the last result page which always shows the latest numbers.
How does Mega Millions frequency analysis work?
Analyzing patterns can guide your number choices, but no method eliminates the randomness that is fundamental to how lotteries work.
Frequency analysis, odd/even distributions, and sum ranges are all tools to study the historical behavior of a game. Some players use these patterns to build a selection strategy they feel confident about. However, lottery draws use certified random processes — mechanical ball machines or verified random number generators — which means every combination always has the same probability of being drawn. Statistics inform, they do not predict. Use them as a way to engage more deeply with the game, not as a system to beat it.
What is the Mega Millions game type?
5 balls drawn between 1 and 70.
Mega Ball:
additional number between 1 and 24.
What Is Mega Millions Draw Method
Mechanical Lottery Ball Machine.
What are Mega Millions Participating States
- Arizona
- New York
- Arkansas
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Georgia
- Delaware
- Wyoming
- Florida
- California
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Washington D.C.
What Is Mega Millions Next Drawing Schedule
Mega Millions holds regular draws, and the upcoming drawing will take place on November 3, 2026 11:00 PM.
Players can check results shortly after the draw and review past outcomes in the draw history section.
What Is the Mega Millions Next Jackpot
Mega Millions currently offers an estimated jackpot of $482,000,000 for the upcoming draw.
Jackpots grow over time when no player matches all winning numbers, creating larger prize pools.
How often does Mega Millions draw?
Mega Millions holds regular draws. Draw times:
Tue, Fri at 11:00 pm Eastern Time
Results are typically available within minutes of each draw closing.
The next scheduled draw is November 3, 2026 11:00 PM.
What are the jackpot odds for Mega Millions?
Winning the Mega Millions jackpot requires matching all numbers, with odds of 1 in 290,472,336.
Smaller prizes are significantly easier to win:
5 numbers: 1 in 12,629,232
4 numbers + Mega Ball: 1 in 893,761
4 numbers: 1 in 38,859
3 numbers + Mega Ball: 1 in 13,965
3 numbers: 1 in 607
2 numbers + Mega Ball: 1 in 665
1 number + Mega Ball: 1 in 86
Mega Ball only: 1 in 35
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