LotteryMega Millions Numbers & Results
A multi-state jackpot game drawn every Tuesday and Friday, known for some of the largest jackpots in U.S. history. Draws are held every Tuesday, Friday at 11:00 PM ET.
Past Results
Every Mega Millions drawing, searchable by date.
DataNumber Frequency
Which numbers have been drawn most and least often.
AnalysisTrend Chart
A drawing-by-drawing matrix of every recent Mega Millions number.
ToolQuick Pick Generator
Generate a random Mega Millions number set.
AnalysisNumber Heatmap
A color-coded view of which Mega Millions numbers run hot or cold.
UtilityDrawing Countdown
See exactly when the next Mega Millions drawing is, and add it to your calendar.
ReferenceCompare With Other Games
See how Mega Millions stacks up against the other games, side by side.
How to Play Mega Millions
A Mega Millions ticket costs $5. Pick 5 numbers from 1–70, plus one Mega Ball from 1–24. Match all of them to win the jackpot. Drawings take place every Tuesday and Friday at 11:00 PM ET.
Prize Tiers & Odds
| Match | Prize | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| 5 + Mega Ball | Jackpot | 1 in 290,472,336 |
| 5 | $1,000,000 | 1 in 12,607,306 |
| 4 + Mega Ball | $10,000 | 1 in 931,001 |
| 4 | $500 | 1 in 40,435 |
| 3 + Mega Ball | $200 | 1 in 14,547 |
| 3 | $10 | 1 in 632 |
| 2 + Mega Ball | $10 | 1 in 693 |
| 1 + Mega Ball | $4 | 1 in 89 |
| 0 + Mega Ball | $2 | 1 in 37 |
Odds and prize amounts are set by the game rules and may vary by state for lower tiers. Overall odds of winning any prize are approximately 1 in 24.
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Mega Millions FAQ
What time is the Mega Millions drawing?
Mega Millions drawings are held every Tuesday and Friday at 11:00 PM Eastern Time.
How much does a Mega Millions ticket cost?
A standard Mega Millions ticket costs $5, which already includes the Megaplier option in most participating states.
What are the odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot?
The odds of matching all five main numbers plus the Mega Ball are 1 in 290,472,336.