Next Mega Millions Drawing
The next Mega Millions drawing is set for Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at 11 p.m. ET. The jackpot for this drawing is estimated to be a staggering $560 million, with a cash option of $264 million. This makes it the ninth largest prize in the lottery’s history. The previous drawing on Friday, May 31, did not produce a jackpot winner, allowing the prize to roll over and grow.
Winning Numbers for June 4, 2024
For those eagerly awaiting the results, the winning numbers for the June 4 drawing are 19, 37, 40, 63, and 69. The Mega Ball number is 17, and the Megaplier is 3X. If you hold a ticket with these numbers, you could be the next big winner.
How to Play Mega Millions
Playing Mega Millions is straightforward. Each ticket costs $2 per play. Players select six numbers from two separate pools: five different numbers from white balls numbered between 1 and 70, and one number from gold balls numbered between 1 and 25. To win the jackpot, you must match all six winning numbers in a drawing. You can choose your own lucky numbers or use the Easy Pick/Quick Pick option for auto-drawn numbers. Additionally, you can add the Megaplier for an extra $1 per play, which increases non-jackpot prizes by two to five times.
Where to Buy Tickets
Tickets for Mega Millions are available in 47 localities, including 45 states, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. You can purchase tickets at gas stations, convenience stores, and supermarkets until 10:45 p.m. on drawing nights. In some states like Kentucky, Ohio, and Indiana, tickets are also available online. For instance, Kentucky residents can buy tickets at kylottery.com, while Ohio residents can use the Lottery Card available at Kroger, Buehler’s Fresh Foods, and Giant Eagle stores.
Odds of Winning
The odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are about 1 in 303 million. However, the odds of winning a $1 million prize are approximately 1 in 12.6 million. Overall, the chance of winning any prize is about 1 in 24. Even matching just the Mega Ball can win you a prize of $2.
Top Mega Millions Jackpots
The largest single-ticket prize in Mega Millions history was $1.602 billion, won in Florida on August 8. Other significant single-ticket prizes include $1.537 billion in South Carolina on October 23, 2018, $1.348 billion in Maine on January 13, 2023, $1.337 billion in Illinois on July 29, 2022, and $1.13 billion in New Jersey on March 24, 2024.
Next Powerball Drawing
The next Powerball drawing is scheduled for Wednesday, June 7, 2024. The current jackpot is estimated at $185 million, with a cash option of $86 million. The previous drawing did not produce a jackpot winner, allowing the prize to roll over and increase.
Winning Numbers for June 3, 2024
The winning numbers for the June 3 Powerball drawing were 19, 29, 35, 36, and 45. The Powerball number was 16, and the Power Play was 2X. Although no one won the jackpot, a smaller winning ticket worth $1 million was sold in Connecticut.
How to Play Powerball
To play Powerball, each ticket costs $2. Players must match all six numbers on their ticket to win the jackpot. Smaller prizes can be won by matching five numbers or fewer combinations. Adding the Power Play option costs an additional $1 per play and can multiply non-jackpot prizes by up to 10 times.
Where to Buy Powerball Tickets
Powerball tickets can be purchased at various locations using the Arizona Lottery’s “Where to Play” map. The cutoff time for purchasing tickets is at 6:59 p.m. Arizona time on the night of the draw. Drawings occur three times a week on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. Eastern Time and 7:59 p.m. Arizona Time. Drawings are streamed live on the lottery website and may also air on local television stations.
Payout Options if You Win
If you win the Powerball jackpot, you have two payout options: annual payments spread out over 30 years or a lump sum payment, which is just over half of the total amount. The annuity option includes an immediate payment followed by 29 annual payments increasing by 5% each year. The cash option is paid out as a lump sum but is significantly lower than the advertised jackpot amount.
Odds of Winning Powerball
The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are approximately 1 in 292 million. However, the odds of winning a $1 million prize are about 1 in 11.7 million. Even matching just one number can win you a prize. Detailed charts are available on the Powerball website to see what you have won based on your matches.
Claiming Prizes
In Florida, prizes must be claimed within 180 days (six months) from the date of the drawing. For single-payment cash options, winners have 60 days to claim it after the draw date. Florida law mandates the disclosure of winners’ information such as name and city of residence upon request. Names of winners claiming prizes of $250,000 or greater are temporarily exempt from public disclosure for 90 days unless waived by the winner.
Conclusion
With the next Mega Millions drawing set for June 4 and the Powerball drawing on June 7, the excitement is building. The Mega Millions jackpot stands at $560 million, while the Powerball jackpot is at $185 million. Whether you are a seasoned player or a newcomer, now is the time to get your tickets and try your luck. Remember, you can’t win if you don’t play. Good luck!
