Odds of hitting the jackpot in Mega Millions or Powerball are around 1-in-292 million. Here are things that you're more likely to land than big bucks.
The jackpot for the Mega Millions drawing is now at $199 million, with a cash value prize of $90.5 million.
If someone were to get lucky on Friday, Jan. 9 and win the jackpot, they'll have two options: take home a one-time, lump-sum cash payment or receive an immediate payment followed by annual checks, each 5% larger than the previous year.
Last year, there were six different winners of the Mega Millions; the latest one happened on Dec. 2 in New Jersey, where one player took home a $90 million jackpot.
What are the winning Mega Millions numbers for 1/9/2026?
The winning Mega Millions numbers for Friday, Jan. 9, 2026: 12-30-36-42-47 and the gold Mega Ball: 16
Did anyone win the Mega Millions jackpot?
No one won the jackpot or any of the biggest prizes. The jackpot now increases to $215 million.
When is the next Mega Millions drawing?
The next Mega Millions drawing is scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 13, at 11 p.m. ET.
What is Mega Millions?
Mega Millions is a lottery played in 45 states, the District of Columbia and the U.S....
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