Recent Texas MEGA Millions Numbers, How to Play, Prize Odds
Recent Texas MEGA Millions Numbers, How to Play, Prize Odds |
Mega Millions
Next Draw:
Fri Jan 24, 2025
$28 MILLION
Cash Value: $12.50 MILLION
Tue Jan 21, 2025
Winning Numbers
27
30
56
64
65
Megaball
22
Megaplier
4x
MEGA Millions Prize Odds Chart
Recent MEGA Millions Results, Jackpots and Payouts
Cash Value: $10.70 MILLION
MEGA Millions Results for Friday, February 3, 2023
- 01
- 04
- 50
- 54
- 59
- PB
- 17
- Megaplier
- 2x
52,246 winning tickets sold in Texas
Cash Value: $16.50 MILLION
MEGA Millions Results for Tuesday, January 31, 2023
- 07
- 09
- 18
- 29
- 39
- PB
- 13
- Megaplier
- 4x
1 Second Prize Winner(s) with Megaplier - NJ
55,280 winning tickets sold in Texas
Cash Value: $10.50 MILLION
MEGA Millions Results for Friday, January 27, 2023
- 04
- 43
- 46
- 47
- 61
- PB
- 22
- Megaplier
- 4x
54,817 winning tickets sold in Texas
Cash Value: $16.50 MILLION
MEGA Millions Results for Tuesday, January 24, 2023
- 33
- 41
- 47
- 50
- 62
- PB
- 20
- Megaplier
- 4x
2 Second Prize Winner(s) - FL,NJ
49,014 winning tickets sold in Texas
Cash Value: $10.60 MILLION
MEGA Millions Results for Friday, January 20, 2023
- 20
- 29
- 31
- 64
- 66
- PB
- 17
- Megaplier
- 4x
1 Second Prize Winner(s)
1 Second Prize Winner(s) with Megaplier - TN
58,865 winning tickets sold in Texas
Cash Value: $10.70 MILLION
MEGA Millions Results for Tuesday, January 17, 2023
- 02
- 12
- 18
- 24
- 39
- PB
- 18
- Megaplier
- 3x
1 Second Prize Winner(s)
1 Second Prize Winner(s) with Megaplier - MA
63,170 winning tickets sold in Texas
Cash Value: $707.90 MILLION
MEGA Millions Results for Friday, January 13, 2023
- 30
- 43
- 45
- 46
- 61
- PB
- 14
- Megaplier
- 2x
14 Second Prize Winner(s) - CA(2),FL,IL,KS,KY,MO,NC,NY(4),PA,TX
795,854 winning tickets sold in Texas
Cash Value: $568.70 MILLION
MEGA Millions Results for Tuesday, January 10, 2023
- 07
- 13
- 14
- 15
- 18
- PB
- 09
- Megaplier
- 3x
16 Second Prize Winner(s) - CA,FL,KS,MA(2),MO,NJ,NY,OH(2),OR,PA,WV
3 Second Prize Winner(s) with Megaplier - CT,FL,NY
700,729 winning tickets sold in Texas
Cash Value: $483.50 MILLION
MEGA Millions Results for Friday, January 6, 2023
- 03
- 20
- 46
- 59
- 63
- PB
- 13
- Megaplier
- 3x
5 Second Prize Winner(s) - FL,MD,NJ,NY(2)
495,778 winning tickets sold in Texas
Cash Value: $395 MILLION
MEGA Millions Results for Tuesday, January 3, 2023
- 25
- 29
- 33
- 41
- 44
- PB
- 18
- Megaplier
- 4x
6 Second Prize Winner(s) - MD,TX,VA
3 Second Prize Winner(s) with Megaplier - AZ,MS,SD
317,767 winning tickets sold in Texas
Texas MEGA Millions - How to play?
It costs $2 to purchase a MEGA Millions ticket, and adding the Megaplier option is an additional $1 per play. Drawings are held every Tuesday and Friday at 9:59 PM Central Time.
Step 1
Choose five numbers between 1 and 70 in the upper section of the playboard. Or you can check "QP" Quick Pick box let the machine choose random numbers for you.Step 2
Choose one Megaball numbers between 1 and 25 in the lower section of the playboard. Or you can check "QP" Quick Pick box let the machine choose a set of random MEGA Millions numbers.Step 3
Select Megaplier for an additional $1 per play and multiply your non-Grand Prize winnings by 2, 3, 4, 5 times! Check the "YES" box next to "Megaplier" on the playslip to enable it for all playboards. With Megaplier Match Five (5+0) prize you can win up to $5,000,000. The Megaplier multiplier will apply to all other non-Grand Prize winnings.Step 4
You can play your selected numbers for up to 10 drawings in a row by marking the appropriate box under "MULTI-DRAW". This will play the numbers on playboards "A" through "E" for the number of drawings you choose, with each playboard costing $2 ($3 with Megaplier) per drawing.
Step 5
When purchasing MEGA Millions ticket, you must choose how you want to receive payment in case you win the Grand Prize. A playslip without a payment selection will be rejected. For annual payments, mark the "30 Annual Payments" box. The Grand Prize will be paid in 30 annual graduated installments, with each payment larger than the previous year's. For a single payment, mark the "Cash Value Option" box. This option will give you the net present value of the Grand Prize, which will be lower than the advertised jackpot based on 30 annual payments. Note that the payment option cannot be changed after purchase and the Grand Prize will be split equally among all winners. The advertised MEGA Millions Grand Prize amount is an estimate and may not be guaranteed, as it depends on actual sales and investment interest rates.
Texas MEGA Millions - Just the Jackpot
In Texas, a promotion named "Just the Jackpot" is on offer. For $3, players can purchase 2 plays solely aimed at winning the jackpot, with no chance of winning other prize tiers.To play the "Just the Jackpot" option, you must use a "Just the Jackpot" play slip. You can play the same numbers for multiple drawings by marking the "MULTI-DRAW" box for up to 10 consecutive drawings. Choose either "30 ANNUAL PAYMENTS" or "CASH VALUE OPTION". Note that the payment option cannot be altered in the future.
Megaplier and Odds of Drawing
For an additional dollar per play, you can enhance your non-grand prize winnings by 2, 3, 4, 5 or 10 times with the Megaplier feature. Simply mark the "YES" box on your playslip. The Megaplier number will be chosen according to the following frequency:
- 2X - 5 balls of multiplier 2 - odds of 2X drawn are 1 in 3
- 3X - 6 balls of multiplier 3 - odds of 3X drawn are 1 in 2.5
- 4X - 3 balls of multiplier 4 - odds of 4X drawn are 1 in 5
- 5X - 1 balls of multiplier 5 - odds of 5X drawn are 1 in 15
How to Win Texas MEGA Millions?
Texas MEGA Millions Prize Tiers - without Megaplier
- Jackpot (Grand Prize): To win the MEGA Millions Grand Prize, players must match all 5 white ball numbers plus the red Mega Ball number. The odds of winning MEGA Millions jackpot are 1 in 302,575,350.
- 2nd Prize: The 2nd prize is $1,000,000 and requires players to match all 5 white ball numbers. The odds of winning the 2nd MEGA Millions prize is 1 in 12,607,306.
- 3rd Prize: The 3rd prize is $50,000 and requires players to match 4 white ball numbers plus the red Mega Ball number. The odds of winning the 3rd prize is 1 in 931,001.
- 4th Prize: The 4th prize is $100 and requires players to match 4 white ball numbers. The odds of winning the 4th prize is 1 in 38,792.
- 5th Prize: The 5th prize is also $100 and requires players to match 3 white ball numbers plus the red Mega Ball number. The odds of winning the 5th prize is 1 in 14,547.
- 6th Prize: The 6th prize is $7 and requires players to match 3 white ball numbers. The odds of winning the 6th prize is 1 in 606.
- 7th Prize: The 7th prize is also $7 and requires players to match 2 white ball numbers plus the red Mega Ball number. The odds of winning the 7th prize is 1 in 693.
- 8th Prize: The 8th prize is $4 and requires players to match 1 white ball numbers plus the red Mega Ball number. The odds of winning the 8th prize is 1 in 89.
- 9th Prize: The 9th prize is also $4 and requires players to match red Mega Ball number only. The odds of winning the 9th prize is 1 in 37.
Texas MEGA Millions Prize Tiers - with Megaplier
- Match 5 + MB with Megaplier - Jackpot: Megaplier does not apply to MEGA Millions Grand Prize winnings.
- Match 5 only with Megaplier - 2nd Prize: 2X=$2,000,000, 3X=$3,000,000, 4X=$4,000,000, 5X=$5,000,000.
- Match 4 + MB with Megaplier - 3rd Prize: 2X=$20,000, 3X=$30,000, 4X=$40,000, 5X=$50,000.
- Match 4 only with Megaplier - 4th Prize: 2X=$1,000, 3X=$1,500, 4X=$2,000, 5X=$2,500.
- Match 3 + MB with Megaplier - 5th Prize: 2X=$400, 3X=$600, 4X=$800, 5X=$1,000.
- Match 3 only with Megaplier - 6th Prize: 2X=$20, 3X=$30, 4X=$40, 5X=$60.
- Match 2 + MB with Megaplier - 7th Prize: 2X=$20, 3X=$30, 4X=$40, 5X=$60.
- Match 1 + MB with Megaplier - 8th Prize: 2X=$8, 3X=$12, 4X=$16, 5X=$20.
- Match MB only with Megaplier - 9th Prize: 2X=$4, 3X=$6, 4X=$8, 5X=$10.
Texas MEGA Millions History and Big Winners
The MEGA Millions lottery used to be called "The Big Game," and it was launched in August 1996 in Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, and Virginia. Initially, "The Big Game" was only drawn once a week on Fridays. In May 2002, Ohio and New York joined the consortium and the name was changed to "The Big Game Mega Millions."
In May 2003, "The Big Game" was rebranded as MEGA Millions and the draws were held twice a week on Tuesdays and Fridays. Washington became the first state lottery to join MEGA Millions in September 2002. In October 2003, Texas becomes the 11th state to join Mega Millions and introduced the Megaplier option, similar to Powerball's Power Play, which was initially exclusive to Texas Lottery players. California was the last state to join MEGA Millions in 2005, before the cross-sell expansion of 2010. Montana was the first state to join MEGA Millions after the cross-sell expansion, on March 1, 2010.
On December 3, 2003, sales for Mega Millions began, and retailers asked players, "Do you want to MegaPly?" Texas became the only state in the 11-member Mega Millions consortium to offer the MegaPlier option, an additional game feature. For an additional $1, players can opt to play the MegaPlier, which gives them the chance to multiply their non-jackpot prize winnings by 2, 3, or 4 times.
In October 2017, Texas joined 15 other state lotteries in offering "Just the Jackpot." In Texas and Kansas, players have the option to choose their own numbers, while in Wisconsin, players must request a ticket generated by a terminal.
On October 1st, 2004, Texas Lottery witnessed its inaugural Mega Millions jackpot winner. A store located in Carrollton sold the winning ticket, worth $101 million.
On Mar 11, 2005, a player in Texas won the advertised $112 million Mega Millions jackpot. The winning ticket was bought at a grocery store in Rowlett, TX and the store owner is eligible for a $1 million bonus for selling the winning ticket.
June 12, 2006, a resident of El Paso, became the third Texan to claim a Mega Millions jackpot. She selected the cash value option of $53 million from the $94 million advertised jackpot on May 16th. The winning ticket was bought at a store located in El Paso Results for May 16, 2006 were 07, 24, 40, 48, 50, Mega Ball: 15.
February 1, 2007, a legal group based in Amarillo, became the fourth Texan to win a Mega Millions jackpot. They chose the cash value option of $73.57 millioin from the $122 million advertised jackpot drawing on January 9th, the largest Mega Millions prize ever claimed in Texas - Results for January 9, 2007 were 07, 11, 26, 38, 54, Mega Ball: 13.
July 17, 2007, A trust based in Dallas, TX claimed the $128 million Mega Millions jackpot prize for the drawing held on July 6th.
For the August 31st, 2007 Mega Millions drawing, the jackpot climbed to its second-highest amount of $330 million. Four jackpot-winning tickets were sold in Maryland, New Jersey, and Virginia, with the fourth one being sold at a Kroger store in Humble, Texas - Results for July 17, 2007 were 16, 30, 38, 46, 51, Mega Ball: 05.
On January 17, 2008, a resident of Fort Worth, Texas claimed the $33 million Mega Millions jackpot prize for the drawing held on January 1st - Results for January 1, 2008 were 13, 16, 25, 30, 54, Mega Ball: 11.
February 5, 2010, a resident of Katy, claimed the largest prize ever paid out by the Texas Lottery Commission. He will receive annual payments totaling $144 million over the next 26 years for the MEGA Millions drawing held on January 29th. The winner intends to donate a significant portion of his prize to charitable causes - Results for January 29, 2010 were 01, 10, 22, 23, 38, Mega Ball: 19 and Megaplier: 04.
On June 30, 2011, a trust represented by Jim R. Ross, Trustee from Arlington, claimed the Mega Millions jackpot prize of $35 million from the May 27th drawing - Results for May 27, 2011 were 05, 07, 14, 28, 56, Mega Ball: 10 and Megaplier: 04.
On August 1, 2013, a partnership based in Houston became Texas' 10th Mega Millions jackpot winner, claiming the $20 million prize from the drawing held on July 16th. The winning ticket was sold at a food market in Houston - Results for July 16, 2013 were 10, 14, 21, 40, 53, Mega Ball: 20 and Megaplier: 02.
On August 21, 2014, a trust from Houston claimed the $33 million Mega Millions jackpot for the drawing held on June 27, 2014. The winning ticket was purchased at a grocery store in Moulton, Texas. - Results for June 27, 2014 were 15, 29, 31, 46, 64, Mega Ball: 10 and Megaplier: 3.
October 11, 2016, a winning ticket for a $49 million Mega Millions jackpot was sold in Balch Springs. a trust in Rockwall, TX came to claim the jackpot 45 days later - Results for October 11, 2016 were 36, 39, 42, 45, 48, Mega Ball: 03 and Megaplier: 2.
On September 24, 2019, a winning ticket for a $227 million Mega Millions jackpot was sold at Lakeline Express Mart in Cedar Park, Texas. A month later, a resident of Leander claimed the grand prize, opting for the cash value option of $157 million, which is the largest prize ever paid out to a single player by the Texas Lottery - Results for September 24, 2019 were 06, 14, 24, 42, 46, Mega Ball: 09 and Megaplier: 4.
April 3, 2020, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic's effect on sales, the Mega Millions Consortium adjusted the starting jackpot to $20 million and will determine subsequent jackpots on a drawing-by-drawing basis based on sales and interest rates. Jackpot amounts will be announced before each drawing.
Texas Mega Millions FAQs
1. What is Texas Mega Millions?
Texas Mega Millions is a multi-state lottery game that gives players the opportunity to win multimillion-dollar jackpots. The game is operated by the Texas Lottery Commission and is played across multiple states in the US.
2. How much does a Mega Millions ticket cost in Texas?
A single Mega Millions ticket costs $2 in Texas. However, the price can increase if you choose to add the Megaplier or take the Just the Jackpot option.
3. How to play Texas Mega Millions?
To play Texas Mega Millions, you must choose five numbers from 1 to 70 for the white balls and one number from 1 to 25 for the Mega Ball. You can either choose your own numbers or let the terminal randomly pick them for you via the Quick Pick option.
4. What is the Megaplier option?
The Megaplier option, which costs an additional $1 per play, multiplies non-jackpot prizes by 2, 3, 4, or 5 times, depending on the Megaplier number drawn that night.
5. What is the Just the Jackpot option in Texas Mega Millions?
The Just the Jackpot option is a special type of ticket that offers two chances to win the jackpot prize for $3. However, this ticket is only eligible for the jackpot prize and no other lower-tier prizes.
6. When are the Texas Mega Millions drawings held?
Texas Mega Millions drawings are held twice a week, on Tuesday and Friday evenings at 10:00 PM Central Time.
7. How to claim a Mega Millions prize in Texas?
If you win a Mega Millions prize in Texas, you can claim it depending on the amount. Prizes up to $599 can be claimed at any Texas Lottery retailer, while larger prizes must be claimed at a Texas Lottery Claim Center with a completed claim form, either in person or by mail.
8. What is the deadline to claim Mega Millions prizes in Texas?
In Texas, Mega Millions prizes must be claimed no later than 180 days after the draw date.
9. Are Texas Mega Millions winnings taxable?
Yes, all lottery winnings, including Texas Mega Millions, are subject to federal (and possibly state) taxes.
10. Can I remain anonymous if I win the Mega Millions in Texas?
Texas allows certain lottery winners to remain anonymous. You should check the most recent regulations to be certain.
11. What are the odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot?
The odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are approximately 1 in 302,575,350.
12. What happens if I lose my winning Mega Millions ticket?
Unfortunately, if you lose a winning ticket, it's as if you've lost the cash. The Texas Lottery is not responsible for lost or stolen tickets. You should sign your lottery ticket as soon as you purchase it for your own protection.
13. Do I have to be a Texas resident to play Texas Mega Millions?
No, anyone who is 18 years of age or older can buy a Mega Millions ticket in Texas, including non-residents and foreign visitors.
14. How is the Mega Millions jackpot paid out?
If you win the Mega Millions jackpot, you have the option to choose between a lump-sum payment or an annuity option, which provides annual payments over a period of 30 years.
15. How much goes to the Mega Millions jackpot?
Approximately 30.6% of the sales from each draw goes towards the jackpot pool.
16. What was the largest Mega Millions jackpot ever won in Texas?
The largest Mega Millions jackpot amounts can vary. You should check the Texas Lottery website for the most recent records.
17. What happens if no one wins the Mega Millions jackpot?
If no one wins the Mega Millions jackpot, the money is rolled over to the next draw, increasing the jackpot amount.
18. Can I buy Texas Mega Millions tickets online?
Texas does not allow the purchase of Mega Millions tickets online. However, laws and regulations can change, so you should check the official Texas Lottery website for the most recent information.
19. What is the minimum Mega Millions jackpot?
The minimum Mega Millions jackpot is $20 million.
20. Can I buy multiple Mega Millions tickets for the same draw?
Yes, you can buy multiple tickets for the same Mega Millions draw.
21. How many numbers do I need to match to win a prize in Mega Millions?
You can win a prize in Mega Millions by matching at least the Mega Ball alone. More substantial prizes are won by matching more numbers.
22. Do the Mega Millions numbers have to be in the same order as they are drawn?
No, the order of the numbers does not matter. As long as the numbers on your ticket match the numbers drawn, you win the corresponding prize.
23. Can I claim a prize from a Mega Millions ticket purchased in another state while I am in Texas?
No, you must claim lottery prizes in the same state where you bought the ticket.
24. Can a group or syndicate play Mega Millions in Texas?
Yes, a group of people can pool their money to buy more tickets, which is often referred to as a lottery syndicate. However, the rules for claiming prizes may vary for syndicates.
25. What happens if I win the Mega Millions jackpot but I am not a U.S. citizen or I don't live in the U.S.?
Non-U.S. citizens can win Mega Millions prizes, including the jackpot. However, the tax for non-U.S. residents might be different. It's best to consult with a financial advisor or legal expert.
26. How are Mega Millions numbers drawn?
The Mega Millions numbers are drawn using two machines, each containing a set of balls. One machine contains 70 balls numbered 1-70, and the other contains 25 balls numbered 1-25. Five balls ar
27. Can I still win a prize if I only match the Mega Ball?
Yes, if you only match the Mega Ball, you can win the smallest prize, which is usually $2.
28. Is there a guaranteed minimum for the 2nd prize (Match 5 +0) in Mega Millions?
Yes, the second prize in Mega Millions, which is won by matching all five white balls but not the Mega Ball, has a guaranteed prize of $1 million.
29. How late can I buy Mega Millions tickets in Texas on a draw day?
In Texas, you can buy Mega Millions tickets until 9:45 PM Central Time on the day of the draw.
30. What happens if the annuity option is chosen for the Mega Millions jackpot?
If the annuity option is chosen, the winner is paid in 30 graduated payments over 29 years, with an annual increase rate of about 5%.
31. How long does it take to receive Mega Millions winnings?
For prizes other than the jackpot, winnings are usually received shortly after the claim is processed. For jackpot prizes, it can take a few weeks to arrange the payment.
32. Does the Mega Millions jackpot have a cap?
No, the Mega Millions jackpot does not have a cap. It will continue to grow until it is won.
33. How old do you have to be to play Mega Millions in Texas?
You must be at least 18 years old to buy Mega Millions tickets in Texas.
34. What is the largest Mega Millions jackpot ever won?
The largest Mega Millions jackpot ever won was $1.537 billion, won by a single ticket in South Carolina in 2018.
35. What does it mean when the Mega Millions jackpot is "reset"?
After the Mega Millions jackpot is won, it's "reset" to the starting value of $20 million for the next drawing.
36. How much was the largest Mega Millions jackpot ever won in Texas?
Please check the Texas Lottery website for the most recent records.
37. Can I play the same Mega Millions numbers in future drawings?
Yes, you can play the same Mega Millions numbers in future drawings as long as you purchase a new ticket for each drawing.
38. How much was the smallest Mega Millions jackpot ever won?
The smallest Mega Millions jackpot ever won was $12 million, this was before the starting jackpot was increased to $20 million.
39. How many prize levels are there in Mega Millions?
There are nine different prize levels in Mega Millions, ranging from $2 for matching just the Mega Ball to the jackpot for matching all five white ball numbers plus the Mega Ball.
40. What happens to unclaimed Mega Millions prizes in Texas?
In Texas, all unclaimed lottery prizes go to the state's Foundation School Fund, which supports public education in Texas.
41. How is the Mega Millions Megaplier number determined?
The Megaplier number, which can be 2, 3, 4, or 5, is determined by a random draw that takes place immediately after the main Mega Millions draw.
42. Can I change the Mega Millions numbers on my ticket after I've bought it?
No, once a Mega Millions ticket is purchased, the numbers on it cannot be changed.
43. Can I buy Mega Millions tickets for future drawings?
Yes, many states allow you to purchase Mega Millions tickets for future drawings, but the number of advance draws allowed varies by state. Check with your local lottery for its rules.
44. Can I cancel a Mega Millions ticket?
No, once a Mega Millions ticket is purchased, it cannot be cancelled.
45. Can I check if my Mega Millions ticket is a winner online?
Yes, you can check the winning Mega Millions numbers on the Texas Lottery website or other online lottery sites to see if your ticket is a winner.
46. What happens if a Mega Millions jackpot winner dies before receiving all their payments?
If a Mega Millions jackpot winner who chose the annuity option dies before receiving all their payments, the remaining money is transferred to their estate or to a beneficiary designated by them.
47. Are Mega Millions drawings live-streamed?
Yes, Mega Millions drawings are typically live-streamed and can be viewed on the Mega Millions website or local TV stations.
48. Can I use a credit card to buy Mega Millions tickets in Texas?
Whether or not you can use a credit card to buy lottery tickets, including Mega Millions, depends on the rules of the individual retailer. Some may allow it, while others may not.
49. Can a Texas Mega Millions winner donate their winnings to charity?
Yes, a Texas Mega Millions winner can choose to donate all or part of their winnings to charity.
50. What should I do if I win the Mega Millions jackpot?
If you win the Mega Millions jackpot, it is recommended that you sign the back of your ticket, keep it safe, consult with a trusted financial planner and legal expert before claiming your prize.
More MEGA Millions Resources
- Official MEGA Millions Site: MEGA Millions
- Texas MEGA Millions
- MEGA Millions Wikipedia
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