The odds of winning Powerball and Mega Millions are not in your favor
The odds of winning the jackpot with Mega Millions or Powerball are approximately 1 in 292 million. Here, we will introduce things that are more likely to be obtained than large sums of money.
As Christmas approaches, the Mega Millions jackpot has reached $90 million ahead of the drawing on Friday, December 19th. This jackpot follows the Dec. 16 drawing in which no one matched all the winning numbers.
If one lucky person hits the jackpot on December 19th, they could take home $40.8 million in one-time cash.
The Mega Millions lottery has had an eventful year in 2025, with six jackpot winners so far. The most recent winner of the $90 million prize is a New Jersey native who won on December 2nd.
Mega Millions winning numbers for 12/19/25
Winning numbers for Friday, December 19th will be posted here after the drawing.
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Has anyone won at Mega Millions?
Mega Millions winners will be posted here as soon as they are announced by lottery officials.
To view a list of past winners, go to Visit the Mega Millions website.
How to play Mega Millions
Mega Millions costs $5 to play and includes a built-in multiplier (from 2x to 10x) that automatically increases non-jackpot winnings.
Once you have your ticket, you have to choose six numbers. Five of them are white balls numbered 1-70. The golden mega ball ranges from 1 to 24.
If you’re feeling particularly unlucky or don’t want to go through the hassle of picking, you can request a “quick pick” or “easy pick.” When you use these options, your computer randomly generates numbers.
Where can I buy lottery tickets?
Tickets can be purchased directly at gas stations, convenience stores, and grocery stores. Some airport terminals may also sell lottery tickets.
You can also order tickets online Jackpocket, USA TODAY Network’s official digital lottery delivery companythe following states and territories of the United States: Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Puerto Rico, Washington DC, and West Virginia. The Jackpocket app allows you to choose your lottery games and numbers, place your order, check your tickets, and claim your winnings, all using your phone or home computer.
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