Mega Millions Results: No Jackpot Winner on Tuesday, September 16, 2025

Mega Millions Winning Numbers for Tuesday, September 16

The latest Mega Millions drawing took place on Tuesday, September 16, with an estimated jackpot of $400 million, which equates to a cash option of $185.8 million. The winning numbers for this draw were:

• White Balls: 10, 14, 34, 40, and 43
• Mega Ball: 5

Despite the high stakes, no one matched all six numbers and claimed the jackpot. This means the prize will roll over to the next drawing.

Next Mega Millions Drawing

The next Mega Millions drawing is scheduled for Friday, September 19. Drawings occur every Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m. If you're planning to play, make sure to purchase your ticket before the deadline. In Michigan, for example, in-store and online ticket sales close at 10:45 p.m. on the night of the draw.

Cost and Playing the Game

A single Mega Millions ticket costs $5. Players can choose their own numbers or use the Easy Pick/Quick Pick option, where the system randomly selects the numbers for them. The game involves picking six numbers from two separate pools: five numbers from 1 to 70 (white balls) and one number from 1 to 24 (the gold Mega Ball).

Multiplier Feature

Mega Millions no longer uses the Megaplier feature. Instead, it now includes a built-in multiplier that automatically increases non-jackpot prizes by two, three, four, five, or ten times. This multiplier is assigned randomly at the time of purchase and applies to every play.

Prize Breakdown

Here’s a breakdown of the possible prizes based on how many numbers are matched:

• Match 5 White Balls + Mega Ball: Jackpot
• Match 5 White Balls: $2 million, $3 million, $4 million, $5 million, or $10 million
• Match 4 White Balls + Mega Ball: $20,000, $30,000, $40,000, $50,000, or $100,000
• Match 4 White Balls: $1,000, $1,500, $2,000, $2,500, or $5,000
• Match 3 White Balls + Mega Ball: $400, $600, $800, $1,000, or $2,000
• Match 3 White Balls: $20, $30, $40, $50, or $100
• Match 2 White Balls + Mega Ball: $20, $30, $40, $50, or $100
• Match 1 White Ball + Mega Ball: $14, $21, $28, $35, or $70
• Match Mega Ball: $10, $15, $20, $25, or $50

Odds of Winning the Jackpot

The odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot by matching all five white balls and the Mega Ball are 1 in 290,472,336. While these odds are extremely low, many players still take a chance hoping to win life-changing money.

How to Check the Winning Numbers

Winning numbers are typically posted on the Mega Millions website and the Michigan Lottery website. You can also watch the live drawing on YouTube if you prefer a visual experience.

What Happens If You Win?

If someone wins the jackpot, they have two options:
- Annuity Option: A series of 30 payments, starting with an immediate payment and increasing by 5% each year.
- Cash Option: A lump-sum payment equal to the total amount in the prize pool.

In the event of multiple winners, the prize is divided equally among all winning tickets.

Whether you’re a regular player or just checking the results, understanding the rules and odds can help you make informed decisions when playing.