The Mega Millions jackpot for Tuesday’s drawing has surged to an estimated $582 million after no one claimed the grand prize on Friday. The winning numbers are set to be drawn shortly after 11 p.m. ET on Tuesday, and we will provide the results below.
Should a fortunate player win Tuesday’s jackpot, they could receive an estimated $286.9 million lump-sum payment after taxes, as per lottery officials.
This year, two individuals have struck it rich with Mega Millions. In March, a New Jersey player walked away with an astounding $1.13 billion, while another player in Illinois secured a $552 million win in June.
For those eager to find out if they have won, keep your tickets close at hand. Once the Mega Millions releases the results, all winners will be posted here.
For those curious about past winners, the Mega Millions website provides a comprehensive list.
Playing Mega Millions involves picking six numbers: five white balls ranging from 1 to 70, and one gold Mega Ball number between 1 and 25. If you’re feeling unlucky, you can opt for a “Quick Pick” or “Easy Pick,” where the computer randomly generates your numbers for you.
For an additional $1, players can add the “Megaplier,” which enhances non-grand prize winnings by two, three, four, or five times. Fifteen Megaplier balls are included in the draw: five for 2X, six for 3X, three for 4X, and one for 5X.
Lottery tickets can be purchased in person at gas stations, convenience stores, grocery stores, and some airport terminals. They are also available online in certain states through Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network. This service is available in Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Puerto Rico, Texas, Washington, D.C., and West Virginia.
The Jackpocket app allows users to pick their lottery game and numbers, place their order, view their ticket, and collect winnings all from their phone or home computer.
Good luck to all those participating in tonight’s Mega Millions draw.
