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How to Play Mega Millions

$5Tuesday, Friday5 × [170] + 1 × [1–24]

Overview

Mega Millions is a multi-state jackpot game: five white balls from 1–70 plus a Mega Ball from 1–24. As of April 8, 2025, a play costs $5 and includes a 2x–10x multiplier on non-jackpot prizes. Rules are the same in Florida, Georgia, Texas, and California.

How to play — step by step

  1. 1. Select 5 numbers

    Choose 5 numbers from 1 to 70, or mark Quick Pick and let the terminal choose.

  2. 2. Select 1 bonus number

    Choose 1 bonus number from 1 to 24. This ball is drawn separately from the main numbers.

  3. 3. Your multiplier is included

    Every $5 Mega Millions play includes a multiplier from 2x to 10x. It increases non-jackpot prizes and does not apply to the jackpot.

  4. 4. Choose how many drawings

    Pay $5 per play (add-ons cost extra). Tell the retailer how many consecutive drawings you want, or mark Advance Play on the slip.

Draw schedule

Mega MillionsDraw DaysDraw Times
Mega MillionsTuesday, Friday11:00 p.m. ET

Prize table & odds

Matrix and $5 price point in effect April 8, 2025 (5/70 + Mega Ball 1–24). A multiplier (2x–10x) is included with every play and does not apply to the jackpot. Prize column shows the 2x (minimum) payout.

Overall odds of winning a prize: 1 in 23.07.

MatchPrizeOdds
5 + Mega BallJackpot1 in 290,472,336
5$2,000,000 – $10,000,0001 in 12,629,232
4 + Mega Ball$20,000 – $100,0001 in 893,761
4$1,000 – $5,0001 in 38,859
3 + Mega Ball$400 – $2,0001 in 13,965
3$20 – $1001 in 607
2 + Mega Ball$20 – $1001 in 665
1 + Mega Ball$14 – $701 in 86
0 + Mega Ball$10 – $501 in 35

Source: https://www.megamillions.com/How-to-Play.aspx

Special features

Just the Jackpot

Some lotteries still offer a jackpot-only option. Ask the retailer whether it is sold in your state.

Where to buy

Buy tickets at authorized Florida Lottery retailers. Review official rules and claim instructions at https://www.flalottery.com. Florida does not levy a state income tax on lottery winnings. Draw times on this page are Eastern Time. Powerball and Mega Millions use the same rules in every participating state; only tax treatment and retailer networks change.

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Responsible play tips

  • The $5 price includes the multiplier — you do not add Megaplier separately on the current matrix.
  • Jackpot odds are about 1 in 290 million. Play as entertainment only.
  • Check the official Mega Millions prize chart if a drawing updates advertised prize amounts.

Frequently asked questions

Pick five numbers from 1–70 and one Mega Ball from 1–24, or use Quick Pick. Each play is $5 and includes a multiplier.

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Play responsibly

RaspaPro is decision support based on public data. Outcomes are random and never guaranteed. Always set a budget and play within your limits. Read our responsible play guide.