Maryland (MD) Cash4Life Results & Prizes for Thursday, May 09, 2024
Prizes Thu, May 09, 2024
Cash4Life
> All prize amounts based on a ticket cost of $2.
| Match | Prize Amount | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Match 5 + Cash Ball | $1,000/day for life | 1 in 21,846,048 |
| Match 5 | $1,000/week for life | 1 in 7,282,016 |
| Match 4 + Cash Ball | $2,500 | 1 in 79,440 |
| Match 4 | $500 | 1 in 26,480 |
| Match 3 + Cash Ball | $100 | 1 in 1,471 |
| Match 3 | $25 | 1 in 490 |
| Match 2 + Cash Ball | $10 | 1 in 83 |
| Match 2 | $4 | 1 in 28 |
| Match 1 + Cash Ball | $2 (free ticket in Florida only) | 1 in 13 |
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Ticket costs
In most states where Cash4Life is offered, the cost of a single ticket typically ranges from $2 to $3. However, ticket costs may vary slightly depending on the specific rules and regulations of the state lottery. It’s essential to check with your local lottery retailer or the official lottery website for accurate pricing information. Additionally, some states offer options for advance play, allowing players to purchase tickets for multiple draws in advance, which may affect the overall cost per ticket.
Zero prize amounts
In Maryland Cash4Life games, there are typically no prizes awarded for matching zero numbers. Since the objective is to match numbers drawn in the correct order, failing to match any numbers means that the player did not win a prize. In most cases, players must match at least one number plus the Cash Ball in the correct position to win a prize, with higher payouts awarded for matching more numbers and the Cash Ball in the correct order. It’s essential to review the specific rules and prize structure of the Cash4Life game offered in your state for accurate information on prize amounts and winning combinations.
Multipliers
In Cash4Life lottery games, multipliers are not typically offered as they are in some other lottery games like Powerball or Mega Millions. Cash4Life is a unique game where players select five numbers from a pool of 1 to 60 and one additional Cash Ball number from a separate pool of 1 to 4. Players win prizes by matching numbers drawn in various combinations, including matching the Cash Ball. Unlike games with multipliers, where prizes can be multiplied by a specified factor, Cash4Life prizes are fixed amounts based on the number of matching numbers and the Cash Ball. Players should familiarize themselves with the rules and prize structure of their state’s Cash4Life game for accurate information.
Bonus/extra draws
In Cash4Life lottery games, bonus or extra draws are not typically offered as part of the standard game format. Cash4Life follows a straightforward drawing format where players select numbers and participate in the regular draws, which occur multiple times a week depending on the state lottery’s schedule. There are no additional bonus or extra draws beyond the regular drawing schedule. Players can participate in Cash4Life by purchasing tickets for the scheduled drawings and selecting their desired numbers. It’s important to check with your local lottery retailer or the official lottery website for information on the drawing schedule and how to participate in Cash4Life.
Source: For updated information on Lottery payouts and Federal tax obligations visit www.irs.gov.
