Who Won Mega Millions on September 16, 2025? Winning Numbers Revealed

Mega Millions Jackpot Grows as No Winner Claims $400 Million Prize

The Mega Millions lottery jackpot continues to rise after no one matched all six numbers in the latest drawing. The jackpot for the Tuesday, September 16, 2025, draw was worth $400 million, with a cash option of $185.8 million. Players across the country are now hoping their tickets will be the lucky ones that secure the next big win.

The winning numbers for the September 16 draw were 10, 14, 34, 40, 43, and the Mega Ball was 5. Despite these numbers being announced, no ticket matched all six to claim the top prize. Additionally, there were zero tickets that matched all five main numbers without the Mega Ball, which would have won up to $10 million.

How to Win a Payout in Mega Millions

Winning a prize in Mega Millions doesn’t always require matching all the numbers. In fact, you only need to match one number to win a prize—but it must be the Mega Ball. The prize amounts vary, ranging from $10 to $50 depending on the game’s current payout structure.

Matching two numbers can also result in a prize if one of those numbers is the Mega Ball. For example, a ticket with one of the five main numbers and the Mega Ball could earn between $14 and $70. To understand all the possible payouts, players should visit the official website, www.megamillions.com.

Mega Millions Jackpot Details

The Mega Millions jackpot for the upcoming Friday, September 19, 2025, drawing has grown to an estimated $423 million, with a cash option of $196.5 million. Drawings occur twice a week at approximately 10 p.m. CT on Tuesdays and Fridays. Fans can watch the live draws via YouTube or other streaming platforms.

Each Mega Millions ticket costs $5 per play, and the Multiplier is included in this price. This means that any prize won can be multiplied by up to five times, increasing the potential payout for winners.

Playing Mega Millions

To participate in the game, players select five numbers from a pool of 1 to 70 and one Mega Ball from a separate pool of 1 to 25. Tickets can be purchased at authorized retailers across participating states. Players who want to increase their chances of winning can choose to buy multiple tickets or use the Quick Pick option, which randomly selects numbers for them.

Recent Mega Millions Winners

In 2025, several lucky winners have claimed significant prizes. Notable wins include:

• $112 million — January 17; Arizona
• $344 million — March 25; Illinois
• $112 million — April 18; Ohio
• $348 million — June 27; Virginia

These wins highlight the potential for life-changing payouts in the Mega Millions lottery.

Historical Mega Millions Jackpots

Some of the largest Mega Millions jackpots in history include:

• $1.58 billion — August 8, 2023; Florida
• $1.537 billion — October 23, 2018; South Carolina
• $1.35 billion — January 13, 2023; Maine
• $1.337 billion — July 29, 2022; Illinois
• $1.22 billion — December 27, 2024; California

These massive prizes have captured the attention of millions and continue to fuel excitement around the game.

Powerball Jackpot Updates

While the focus remains on Mega Millions, the Powerball jackpot is also growing. After no one matched all six numbers in the Monday night drawing, the Powerball jackpot is now estimated at $81 million, with a cash option of $37.9 million. The winning numbers for the previous draw were 14, 15, 32, 42, 49, and the Powerball was 1. The Power Play multiplier was 2X.

Top All-Time Jackpots in U.S. History

Looking at the biggest lottery wins in U.S. history, some of the largest jackpots include:

• $2.04 billion – Powerball (November 7, 2022; California)
• $1.787 billion – Powerball (September 6, 2025; Missouri, Texas)
• $1.765 billion – Powerball (October 11, 2023; California)
• $1.586 billion – Powerball (January 13, 2016; California, Florida, Tennessee)
• $1.58 billion – Mega Millions (August 8, 2023; Florida)
• $1.537 billion – Mega Millions (October 23, 2018; South Carolina)
• $1.35 billion – Mega Millions (January 13, 2023; Maine)
• $1.337 billion – Mega Millions (July 29, 2022; Illinois)
• $1.33 billion – Powerball (April 6, 2024; Oregon)
• $1.22 billion – Mega Millions (California)

These record-breaking jackpots have inspired countless players to try their luck each week.