The Mega Millions jackpot reached a remarkable $754 million on the drawing held on October 31, 2023. Unfortunately, no ticket matched all six numbers, leaving the grand prize unclaimed. The jackpot will grow exponentially and is now estimated at $800 million for the upcoming drawing.
Mega Millions Drawing Results for October 31, 2023
During the October 31 drawing, the winning numbers were:
- 2
- 24
- 52
- 66
- 68
- Gold Mega Ball: 9
No Jackpot Winners
Despite the significant prize amount, no one won the Mega Millions jackpot or the Match 5 prize. However, six tickets successfully matched four white balls plus the Mega Ball, which qualifies them for the third-tier prize:
- Three winners with the 2X Megaplier in Illinois, Ohio, and Pennsylvania won $20,000 each.
- Three winners with the 3X Megaplier in California, New Hampshire, and Pennsylvania won $30,000 each.
Understanding the Megaplier Feature
The Megaplier is a feature available in most states that multiplies non-jackpot prizes by up to five times. This feature costs an additional $1 per ticket and enhances the excitement of the game.
Next Mega Millions Drawing
The next Mega Millions drawing is scheduled for Tuesday, November 4, 2023, at 11 p.m. ET. The estimated jackpot for this drawing stands at $800 million, with a cash option of $371.7 million. If won, this figure would rank as one of the highest jackpots in the game’s history.
Record Mega Millions Jackpots
The Mega Millions holds several record jackpots, with the largest ever being $1.58 billion, won in Florida. Other notable wins include:
- $1.537 billion in South Carolina (October 23, 2018)
- $1.348 billion in Maine (January 13, 2023)
- $1.337 billion in Illinois (July 29, 2022)
- $1.050 billion in Michigan (January 22, 2021)
How to Play Mega Millions
To participate in the Mega Millions, players must purchase tickets for $2 each. Participants select six numbers from two pools: five numbers from 1 to 70 and one number from the gold ball pool, which ranges from 1 to 25. Various prizes are awarded based on the numbers matched.
Where to Buy Tickets
Mega Millions tickets are available in 47 locations across the United States, including 45 states, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. In some states, tickets can be purchased at gas stations, convenience stores, and grocery stores until 10:45 p.m. on drawing nights. Online purchases are also available in certain regions.
Odds of Winning
The odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot stand at approximately 1 in 290 million, while the chances of winning any prize are 1 in 23. This makes the game popular among many hopeful participants.
