Yes, someone did win Mega Millions in Maryland. On December 1st, 2020, someone from the state won $731.1 million after matching all five numbers plus the Mega Ball in the Mega Millions drawing. This is the largest jackpot won in Maryland and the sixth-biggest in the history of the Mega Millions game.
The winning ticket was bought at a 7-Eleven in Baltimore with the winning Mega Millions numbers being 33, 45, 49, 61, and 69 with a Mega Ball of 15. The winner chose to remain anonymous and the store received a $100,000 bonus for selling the winning ticket.
How much is Maryland’s Mega Million?
The Maryland Mega Millions jackpot is currently estimated to be at $121 million for the drawing on Tuesday, August 18th, 2020. The current cash option for the jackpot is $100 million. If you purchase a ticket for Tuesday’s drawing, you have the chance to become the winner of the giant Mega Millions jackpot.
Mega Millions is played in 45 states plus the District of Columbia and the U. S. Virgin Islands. To play you must choose five numbers from 1 to 70 and one Mega Ball number from 1 to 25. Players may also choose the Easy Pick option to select their numbers randomly.
The Mega Ball number can also be chosen separately or with the Quick Pick option. The Megaplier option may be added to the ticket purchase for an additional fee. Players matching all six numbers may win the jackpot.
Other prizes are also available for matching fewer numbers. Drawings are held on Tuesday and Friday nights at 10:59 p. m. EST in Atlanta, Georgia. Including online and on Maryland Lottery mobile apps.
The cut-off time for purchasing tickets is at 10:45 p. m. EST on the day of the drawing.
Who won the Powerball in Maryland?
No one won the Powerball in Maryland on November 12, 2020. The winning numbers on that date were 4, 46, 23, 17, 36 and 16 with a Powerball of 24. However, a $50,000 ticket was sold at the BP gas station in Berlin and someone won $500,000 with the Mega Millions on November 10, 2020.
That ticket was sold at the Giant Supermarket in Parkville. So, while no one won the Powerball in Maryland on November 12, 2020, someone was able to turn their $2 investment into a whole lot more with the Mega Millions just two days prior.
Do you get anything for 2 numbers on the Mega Millions?
Yes, if you match two numbers on the Mega Millions lottery, you will receive a prize. The exact prize amount depends on the particular drawing, however the minimum amount for two numbers is $2, which is the cost of a single ticket.
Generally, you need three numbers to win all or a portion of the jackpot, but there are other smaller cash prize tiers for matching two out of five numbers, plus the Mega Ball number. You can find out the exact amounts for each Mega Millions drawing by visiting their website or checking the lottery terminal at your local retailers.
How many numbers do you need to win anything on Mega?
To win any prize on Mega Millions, you must match 5 main numbers and the Mega Ball. The main numbers are between 1-70 and the Mega Ball is between 1-25. Therefore, in order to win anything on Mega Millions you must match a total of 6 numbers.
Do you win anything on the lottery with 2 numbers?
No, unfortunately you do not win anything on the lottery with only two numbers. Most lotteries require you to match at least three numbers in order to win a prize. There may be some exceptions, such as a lottery that offers a free ticket for matching two numbers, but most lotteries will not award a prize for matching only two numbers.
When playing the lottery, it is always important to read the rules and regulations ahead of time to know how many numbers you must match in order to win.
Will 2 numbers win anything on Mega Millions?
No, two numbers will not win anything on Mega Millions. The jackpot prize can only be won by matching all six numbers drawn in the game. To win any prize, a player must match at least three of the winning numbers drawn.
Other lower tier prizes can only be won by matching four, five, or six of the numbers. The overall chances of winning a prize in Mega Millions is approximately 1 in 24. Therefore, two numbers will not be enough to win any prize.
How much do you win with 3 numbers on Mega Millions?
The amount that you win with 3 numbers on Mega Millions depends on the overall number of winners in the drawing and the total amount of money in the prize pool. Generally, in order to win any money with 3 numbers, you will have to have the Mega Ball number correct as well.
That said, if you only match 3 numbers without the Mega Ball number, you will typically receive a payout of a few dollars. If you match the 3 numbers and the Mega Ball number, then you will usually win a more substantial prize, usually ranging from $100 to $5,000 depending on the number of overall winners.
The amount you win also varies depending on whether you chose the Megaplier option when purchasing your tickets.