Current Mega Millions jackpot

What is Mega Millions?

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Drawing Time

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How to play Mega Millions

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How to play Mega Millions

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How to win the Mega Millions jackpot

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Current Mega Millions jackpot

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What happens if you win the Mega Millions jackpot?

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What happens if you win the Mega Millions jackpot?

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Tax implications of winning the Mega Millions jackpot

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Tax implications of winning the Mega Millions jackpot

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Conclusion

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Disclaimer

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Current Mega Millions jackpot

What is Mega Millions?

Mega Millions is a multi-state lottery game played in 45 states, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Drawing Time

Drawings are held every Tuesday and Friday at 11:00 PM Eastern Time.

How to play Mega Millions

To play Mega Millions, you must choose five numbers from 1 to 70 and one Mega Ball number from 1 to 25.

How to play Mega Millions

You can choose your own numbers or quick pick random numbers. Tickets cost $2.00 each.

How to win the Mega Millions jackpot

To win the Mega Millions jackpot, you must match all five numbers and the Mega Ball number. The odds of winning the jackpot are 1 in 302,575,350.

Current Mega Millions jackpot

The current Mega Millions jackpot is worth $230 million. The next drawing is scheduled for Friday, September 29, 2023, at 11:00 pm Eastern Time (ET).

What happens if you win the Mega Millions jackpot?

If you win the Mega Millions jackpot, you can choose to receive your prize in a lump sum or over 30 years in annual installments.

What happens if you win the Mega Millions jackpot?

The lump sum payment is smaller than the total jackpot amount because it does not include interest.

Tax implications of winning the Mega Millions jackpot

Mega Millions winnings are subject to federal and state income taxes

Tax implications of winning the Mega Millions jackpot

The amount of taxes you owe will depend on your income tax bracket and the state in which you live.

Conclusion

The Mega Millions jackpot is the second largest in history. If you are lucky enough to win, you will have a lot of money to decide what to do with.

Disclaimer

Remember to gamble responsibly and enjoy the ride!