The Mega Millions drawing held on Friday, December 27, 2024, revealed a massive jackpot of $1.22 billion with a cash option of $549.7 million. However, as of now, no winners have been reported. The next draw will take place on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, giving players another chance to win this life-changing prize.
Winning Numbers for December 27, 2024
- Main Numbers: 3, 7, 37, 49, 55
- Mega Ball: 6
- Megaplier: 3X
How Much Does a Mega Millions Ticket Cost?
Each line of Mega Millions costs $2. To play, participants must select:
- Five different numbers between 1 and 70 (drawn with white balls).
- One number from 1 to 25 (the Mega Ball).
Players also have the option to use Easy Pick/Quick Pick, allowing the system to randomly select numbers.
For an additional $1 per line, you can add the Megaplier feature, which multiplies non-jackpot prizes by 2X, 3X, 4X, or 5X, depending on the drawn Megaplier. This increases the cost of the ticket to $3 per line.
Ways to Win in Mega Millions
There are nine prize tiers in Mega Millions, ranging from the jackpot to smaller prizes for matching fewer numbers. Here’s an overview of the prize structure:
| Match | Prize | Odds of Winning |
|---|---|---|
| 5 numbers + Mega Ball | Jackpot | 1 in 302,575,350 |
| 5 numbers | $1,000,000 | 1 in 12,607,306 |
| 4 numbers + Mega Ball | $10,000 | 1 in 931,001 |
| 4 numbers | $500 | 1 in 38,792 |
| 3 numbers + Mega Ball | $200 | 1 in 14,547 |
| 3 numbers | $10 | 1 in 606 |
| 2 numbers + Mega Ball | $10 | 1 in 693 |
| 1 number + Mega Ball | $4 | 1 in 89 |
| Mega Ball only | $2 | 1 in 37 |
Next Draw Details
- Date: Tuesday, December 31, 2024
- Estimated Jackpot: To be announced if no winners are declared.
Additional Options for Playing Mega Millions
- Megaplier: Increases non-jackpot prizes up to 10 times the original amount (depending on the drawn Megaplier).
- Advance Play: Players can purchase tickets for multiple draws in advance.
What Happens If No One Wins?
If no ticket matches all six numbers in the next draw, the jackpot will roll over and continue to grow, creating even more excitement for future drawings.
Good luck to all players in the next draw, and remember to play responsibly!
