What time is Millionaire for Life drawn?
Millionaire for Life is drawn daily at 11:15 PM EDT. Times are local to Mississippi. Ticket sales close a little before each drawing; the cut-off varies by state and game, so check with your retailer on draw days. Winning numbers usually appear on this page within minutes of the draw.
What time are the Mississippi lottery drawings?
Powerball is drawn
Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 10:59 PM ET, and Mega Millions
Tuesday and Friday at 11:00 PM ET. Those times are the same everywhere the games are sold. Mississippi's own games draw on local time: daily numbers games often draw twice a day, midday and evening, while lotto-style games usually draw at night. Each game's page on Lottery Atlas shows its exact draw days and time, and our guide to
what time lottery drawings happen covers every game.
What are the current Mississippi lottery jackpots?
This page lists the latest advertised jackpot for each Mississippi game next to its winning numbers, with Powerball and Mega Millions at the top. Jackpots update automatically after each drawing, and each game's page shows the next draw time.
How old do you have to be to play the lottery in Mississippi?
You must be at least 21 years old to buy a lottery ticket in Mississippi, and retailers may ask for ID.
Can I remain anonymous if I win the lottery in Mississippi?
Yes. Mississippi does not release a lottery winner's name to the public without the winner's permission. Details such as the prize amount, the game, the store that sold the ticket or your hometown may still be published.
How much tax will I pay on lottery winnings in Mississippi?
Mississippi withholds state income tax at 3% on gambling winnings, including lottery prizes (Mississippi Department of Revenue, effective January 1, 2026). The federal government withholds 24% from prizes over $5,000. Withholding is only a prepayment: what you owe depends on your total income for the year, and most of a jackpot-sized prize is taxed at the top federal rate of 37%, so expect to owe more when you file. A tax professional can help you plan before you claim a large prize.
How long do I have to claim a lottery prize in Mississippi?
You have 180 days from the draw date to claim a draw-game prize in Mississippi, including Powerball and Mega Millions. Scratch-off tickets usually have their own deadline, often counted from the end of the game, so check the back of the ticket. Unclaimed prizes are forfeited. If you win a jackpot, ask the lottery how and when you choose between the cash option and the annuity, because the rules differ from state to state.
Where do Mississippi Lottery profits go?
Mississippi Lottery profits go mainly to the State Highway Fund (the first $80 million a year, through June 2028) and the Education Enhancement Fund. Prizes, retailer commissions and operating costs are paid first.
Where can I check the latest Mississippi lottery results?
This page shows the latest winning numbers for every Mississippi lottery game and updates automatically after each draw. Powerball and Mega Millions results appear at the top of every page. Bookmark it, or check back after the next scheduled draw.
Lottery rules and payouts change. Check the official Mississippi Lottery website before making a legal or financial decision.