Prize Breakdown
The overall odds of winning any prize are approximately 1 in 24.
| Match | Prize | Odds (per ticket) |
|---|---|---|
| 5 + Mega Ball | Jackpot | 1 in 302,575,350 |
| 5 | $1,000,000 | 1 in 12,607,306 |
| 4 + Mega Ball | $10,000 | 1 in 931,001 |
| 4 | $500 | 1 in 38,792 |
| 3 + Mega Ball | $200 | 1 in 14,547 |
| 3 | $10 | 1 in 606 |
| 2 + Mega Ball | $10 | 1 in 693 |
| 1 + Mega Ball | $4 | 1 in 89 |
| Mega Ball only | $2 | 1 in 37 |
Understanding the Odds
How Are Odds Calculated?
Mega Millions uses a dual-drum system. Five white balls are drawn from a pool of 70 numbers, and one gold Mega Ball is drawn from a separate pool of 25 numbers. The combination of these two independent draws determines the odds for each prize tier.
Why More Tickets Matter
Each ticket you hold is an independent entry with its own odds. With a package of 250 tickets, you have 250 separate chances to match winning numbers. The overall odds of winning any prize with a single ticket are about 1 in 24 — with 250 tickets, you significantly increase your probability of landing at least one winning combination.
Overall Odds of Winning
Approximately 1 in every 24 tickets wins a prize across all 9 tiers. This makes Mega Millions one of the most favorable major lottery games in terms of overall winning odds.
Maximize Your Chances
With 9 ways to win, every ticket counts. Choose a bigger package for more entries.
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