Montana Mega Millions

Latest Mega Millions results and how much you keep after Montana taxes.

Latest Mega Millions Drawing

Friday, May 22
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Jackpot: $296M

Drawings every Tue & Fri at 11:00 PM ET · Megaplier optional +$1

Montana Mega Millions — Take-Home After Taxes

Based on $296M jackpot · Estimated

Cash Lump Sum

Advertised jackpot$296M
Cash value (~55%)$163M
Federal tax (37%)$60M
Montana tax (5.90%)$10M
You keep$93M

Annuity (30 Payments)

Full jackpot$296M
Annual payment$10M
Federal withholding (24%)$2M
Montana tax$582K
Annual net$7M
30-year total$207M

Montana Lottery Information

State tax on winnings

5.90%

Draw days

Tue, Fri at 11:00 PM ET

Ticket price

$2 per play (+$1 Megaplier)

Jackpot odds

1 in 302,575,350

Official Montana Lottery Website

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the Mega Millions jackpot in Montana?

The current Mega Millions jackpot is $296M. Mega Millions is available in Montana along with 44 other states. Drawings are held Tuesday and Friday at 11:00 PM ET.

How much do you keep from Mega Millions in Montana?

In Montana, you'd keep approximately $93M from the $296M jackpot lump sum after 5.90% Montana state tax and 37% federal tax. Use our calculator for a precise breakdown.

Where can I buy Mega Millions tickets in Montana?

Mega Millions tickets are available at licensed lottery retailers throughout Montana, including convenience stores, gas stations, and grocery stores. Each play costs $2, with an optional $1 Megaplier add-on that multiplies non-jackpot prizes by 2x–5x.

How do I claim a Mega Millions prize in Montana?

Prizes up to $600 can be claimed at any authorized Montana lottery retailer. Prizes over $600 must be claimed at the Montana Lottery offices. Jackpot winners should contact the Montana Lottery directly and are strongly advised to consult a financial and tax advisor before claiming.

Does Montana tax Mega Millions winnings?

Yes. Montana taxes lottery winnings at 5.90% state income tax on top of federal taxes. For large jackpots, the combined rate can exceed 50%. Use our Montana tax calculator for your specific prize amount.

Mega Millions in Montana

Montana participates in the Mega Millions lottery, a multi-state game coordinated by the Multi-State Lottery Association (MUSL). Tickets cost $2 per play, with drawings every Tuesday and Friday at 11:00 PM Eastern Time.

To win the Mega Millions jackpot, players must match all five white balls (1–70) and the gold Mega Ball (1–25). The overall odds of winning any Mega Millions prize are approximately 1 in 24. The jackpot starts at $20 million and grows until someone wins.

Montana lottery winners pay 5.90% in state income tax on top of federal taxes. For exact calculations tailored to your prize amount and filing status, use the Montana lottery tax calculator.