Mega Millions Winning Numbers: $130M Jackpot on July 29

Mega Millions and Powerball Jackpots: What You Need to Know

The Mega Millions lottery is currently offering a jackpot of an estimated $130 million, with a cash option of $57.5 million for the drawing on Tuesday night. This follows the last time the jackpot was won, when a player in Virginia claimed a $348 million prize on June 27.

Meanwhile, the Powerball jackpot has reached $384 million, with a cash option of $173.1 million. These massive prizes have captured the attention of lottery players across the country, as they look for their chance at life-changing wealth.

What Were the Winning Numbers?

For the drawing held on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, the winning Mega Millions numbers were:

• White Balls: 17, 30, 34, 63, 67
• Mega Ball: 11

These numbers were drawn from a pool of 70 white balls and 24 Mega Balls. Players who matched all six numbers would have won the jackpot.

Changes to the Mega Millions Game

On April 8, Mega Millions implemented several key changes that have impacted the game:

• Ticket Price Increase: The cost of a ticket rose from $2 to $5.
• Multiplier Added: Every ticket now includes a multiplier (an extra $1), which can increase non-jackpot prizes by up to 10 times.
• Prize Adjustments: Matching five white balls now pays between $2 million and $10 million, with the multiplier included.
• Minimum Prize: The minimum prize you can win is $10, while the maximum non-jackpot prize is $10 million.
• Jackpot Reset: Once a jackpot is won, the next one starts at $50 million instead of $20 million.
• Mega Ball Adjustment: The number of Mega Balls decreased from 25 to 24, improving the odds of winning.
• Odds Improvement: The odds of winning the jackpot improved from 1-in-302,575,350 to 1-in-290,472,336. The odds of winning any prize also increased to 1-in-23 from 1-in-24.

Updated Prize Payouts

Here are the updated payouts for different combinations:

• Jackpot: Remains the same.
• Five White Balls: Increased from $1 million to a minimum of $2 million and a maximum of $10 million.
• Four White Balls + Mega Ball: Increased from $10,000 to a minimum of $20,000 and a maximum of $100,000.
• Four White Balls: Increased from $500 to a minimum of $1,000 and a maximum of $5,000.
• Three White Balls + Mega Ball: Increased from $200 to a minimum of $400 and a maximum of $2,000.
• Three White Balls: Increased from $10 to a minimum of $20 and a maximum of $100.
• Two White Balls + Mega Ball: Increased from $10 to a minimum of $20 and a maximum of $100.
• One White Ball + Mega Ball: Increased from $4 to a minimum of $14 and a maximum of $70.
• Mega Ball Only: Increased from $2 to a minimum of $10 and a maximum of $50.

When Is the Next Drawing?

Mega Millions drawings take place every Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m. ET. If you're planning to play, make sure to purchase your tickets before the deadline, which varies by state.

How to Play

To participate in Mega Millions, players select five numbers from 1 to 70 for the white balls and one number from 1 to 24 for the Mega Ball. Alternatively, you can choose a Quick Pick for a random selection. The cost per ticket is $5, which includes the multiplier.

Where Can You Buy Tickets?

Lottery tickets can be purchased in-person at gas stations, convenience stores, and grocery stores. Some airports also sell tickets. In certain states, you can buy tickets online through Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network. This service is available in Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Texas, Washington D.C., and West Virginia.

Understanding the Odds

The odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are 1-in-290,472,336. While this seems incredibly low, it's still possible. For reference, some events are more likely to occur than winning the lottery, such as being struck by lightning or becoming a billionaire.

Cash Option vs. Annuity

Major lotteries offer two payout options: annuity and cash. The annuity option provides payments over 30 years, increasing by 5% each year. The cash option gives a lump sum, which is typically lower than the advertised jackpot.

Privacy for Winners

In some states, like New Jersey, winners can remain anonymous. However, in other states, the winner’s name and hometown may become public. It's important to check your state’s laws regarding lottery winner privacy.

Top Mega Millions Jackpots

Some of the largest Mega Millions jackpots include:

• $1.602 billion (August 8, 2023) – Florida
• $1.537 billion (October 23, 2018) – South Carolina
• $1.348 billion (January 13, 2023) – Maine
• $1.337 billion (July 29, 2022) – Illinois
• $1.269 billion (December 27, 2024) – California

Largest U.S. Lottery Jackpots

The largest lottery jackpot ever won in the U.S. was $2.04 billion (Powerball, November 7, 2022) in California. Other notable jackpots include:

• $1.765 billion (Powerball, October 11, 2023) – California
• $1.602 billion (Mega Millions, August 8, 2023) – Florida
• $1.586 billion (Powerball, January 13, 2016) – California, Florida, Tennessee

These figures highlight the incredible potential of lottery games, but it's essential to play responsibly and understand the risks involved.