Washington, D.C., September 10, 2025
News Summary
The Mega Millions lottery jackpot has surged to an estimated $358 million ahead of the next drawing. Players can opt for a cash payout of $164.5 million. This jackpot has been building since it was last won three months ago, with the Powerball jackpot currently at $33 million. Participants in 45 states can buy tickets for the upcoming drawing scheduled for a Friday evening, heightening excitement among players.
Washington, D.C. — The Mega Millions lottery jackpot has surged to an estimated $358 million ahead of the next drawing scheduled for September 9, 2025. Players have the option to choose a cash payout of $164.5 million. This jackpot has been building up since it was last won on June 27, when a player in Virginia claimed a prize of $348 million.
In comparison, the current Powerball jackpot sits at $33 million, with a cash option of $15.2 million. The next Powerball drawing will take place on September 10, 2025, and its most recent winning numbers were 26, 28, 41, 53, 64, with Powerball 9.
For those interested in participating, Mega Millions drawing occurs every Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m. ET. Players can purchase tickets at various outlets, including gas stations, convenience stores, and grocery stores, as well as online through the Jackpocket app in select states. The ticket price is set at $5, which includes a multiplier option that can increase potential winnings by up to 10 times, although this does not apply to the jackpot prize.
To play Mega Millions, participants select five numbers from 1 to 70 for the white balls and one number from 1 to 24 for the Mega Ball. There is also a Quick Pick option, allowing a lottery machine to generate random numbers automatically. Players have the potential to win a minimum of $10 by matching just the Mega Ball and can secure at least $2 million by matching all five white balls, although this prize amount excludes California.
Currently, Mega Millions is available in 45 states along with the District of Columbia and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Notably, states that do not offer Mega Millions include Alabama, Alaska, Hawaii, Nevada, and Utah. The deadline for purchasing tickets varies by state, typically ranging from 15 minutes to several hours before the drawings.
The odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are significantly low, standing at 290,472,336 to 1. Winners can opt for either an annuity option paid over time or a one-time cash payment. In some states like New Jersey, winners may choose to remain anonymous if they wish to do so.
Recent updates to the Mega Millions rules were implemented on April 8, altering the ticket cost and the selection process for numbers. These changes aim to enhance player experience and prize opportunities. The next set of winning numbers for Mega Millions will be announced on September 9, 2025, and many players are hoping for a chance at the hefty jackpot as the date approaches.
As the excitement builds for the upcoming drawing, many hope to claim a life-changing prize. With the jackpot now at a substantial amount and the next opportunity just around the corner, players are encouraged to participate while considering the odds and potential prizes.
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