Missouri Mega Millions Prizes and Odds for Fri, Dec 20, 2024
Mega Millions
> Each prize amount is based upon the ticket cost shown next to it.
| Match | Prize Amount | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| 5 numbers + Mega Ball | $387 Million Rolling Jackpot $2 ticket cost | 1 in 302,575,350 |
| 5 numbers | $1 Million $2 ticket cost | 1 in 12,607,306 |
| 4 numbers + Mega Ball | $10,000 $2 ticket cost | 1 in 931,001 |
| 4 numbers | $500 $2 ticket cost | 1 in 38,792 |
| 3 numbers + Mega Ball | $200 $2 ticket cost | 1 in 14,547 |
| 3 numbers | $10 $2 ticket cost | 1 in 606 |
| 2 numbers + Mega Ball | $10 $2 ticket cost | 1 in 693 |
| 1 number + Mega Ball | $4 $2 ticket cost | 1 in 89 |
| Mega Ball only | $2 $2 ticket cost | 1 in 37 |
| 5 numbers, with Megaplier purchase | $2 Million $3 ticket cost | 1 in 12,607,306 |
| 4 numbers + Mega Ball, with Megaplier purchase | $20,000 $3 ticket cost | 1 in 931,001 |
| 4 numbers, with Megaplier purchase | $1,000 $3 ticket cost | 1 in 38,792 |
| 3 numbers + Mega Ball, with Megaplier purchase | $400 $3 ticket cost | 1 in 14,547 |
| 3 numbers, with Megaplier purchase | $20 $3 ticket cost | 1 in 606 |
| 2 numbers + Mega Ball, with Megaplier purchase | $20 $3 ticket cost | 1 in 693 |
| 1 number + Mega Ball, with Megaplier purchase | $8 $3 ticket cost | 1 in 89 |
| Mega Ball only, with Megaplier purchase | $4 $3 ticket cost | 1 in 37 |
Ticket costs
The cost of a ticket for the Mega Millions game in Missouri is $2 per play. In Mega Millions, players select five numbers from a pool of numbers ranging from 1 to 70 and one Mega Ball number from a separate pool of numbers ranging from 1 to 25. Matching all five numbers plus the Mega Ball wins the jackpot prize, which can be quite substantial. It’s essential to verify ticket costs with the Missouri Lottery’s official website or inquire at a licensed retailer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Zero prize amounts
In the Missouri Mega Millions game, there are no instances of zero prize amounts. Even if a player’s numbers do not match any of the drawn numbers, there are still opportunities to win prizes for matching some of the numbers. The top prize is awarded for matching all five main numbers plus the Mega Ball. However, players can also win prizes for matching fewer numbers, with various prize tiers available. Therefore, there are no zero prize amounts in the Mega Millions game in Missouri.
Multipliers
In the Missouri Mega Millions game, there are no multipliers offered. The game follows a standard format where players select five numbers from a pool of numbers ranging from 1 to 70, and one Mega Ball number from a separate pool of numbers ranging from 1 to 25. Prizes are awarded based on matching various combinations of these numbers, with the jackpot prize going to those who match all five main numbers plus the Mega Ball. While some lotteries offer multipliers as an additional feature to increase non-jackpot winnings, Mega Millions in Missouri does not include this option.
Bonus/extra draws
In the Missouri Mega Millions game, there are no bonus or extra draws. The game operates on a standard format where players purchase tickets for each drawing, which occurs twice a week. During each drawing, five main numbers are drawn from a pool of numbers ranging from 1 to 70, along with one Mega Ball number from a separate pool of numbers ranging from 1 to 25. Players win prizes by matching various combinations of these numbers, with the jackpot prize awarded for matching all five main numbers plus the Mega Ball. There are no additional bonus or extra draws beyond the standard bi-weekly drawings.
Source: For updated information on Lottery payouts and Federal tax obligations visit www.irs.gov.
