Ohio Mega Millions

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

Latest Mega Millions Drawing

Tuesday, April 7
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Drawings every Tue & Fri at 11:00 PM ET · Megaplier optional +$1

Ohio Mega Millions — Take-Home After Taxes

Based on $200M jackpot · Estimated

Cash Lump Sum

Advertised jackpot$200M
Cash value (60%)$120M
Federal tax (37%)$44M
Ohio tax (4.00%)$5M
You keep$71M

Annuity (30 Payments)

Full jackpot$200M
Annual payment$7M
Federal withholding (24%)$2M
Ohio tax$267K
Annual net$5M
30-year total$144M

Ohio Lottery Information

State tax on winnings

4.00%

Draw days

Tue, Fri at 11:00 PM ET

Ticket price

$2 per play (+$1 Megaplier)

Jackpot odds

1 in 302,575,350

Official Ohio Lottery Website

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the Mega Millions jackpot in Ohio?

Mega Millions jackpots start at $20 million and roll over until won. Check back after each drawing for the latest jackpot amount available in Ohio.

How much do you keep from Mega Millions in Ohio?

In Ohio, you'd keep approximately $71M from the $200M jackpot lump sum after 4.00% Ohio state tax and 37% federal tax. Use our calculator for a precise breakdown.

Where can I buy Mega Millions tickets in Ohio?

Mega Millions tickets are available at licensed lottery retailers throughout Ohio, 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 Ohio?

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

Does Ohio tax Mega Millions winnings?

Yes. Ohio taxes lottery winnings at 4.00% state income tax on top of federal taxes. For large jackpots, the combined rate can exceed 50%. Use our Ohio tax calculator for your specific prize amount.

Mega Millions in Ohio

Ohio 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.

Ohio lottery winners pay 4.00% in state income tax on top of federal taxes. For exact calculations tailored to your prize amount and filing status, use the Ohio lottery tax calculator.