🎱 CA Lottery Guide

California State Lottery

7+ games available · Est. 1984 · Official Site

Powerball: $166 Million Mega Millions: $70 Million

🎰 California State Lottery Games

All draw games available to California lottery players, plus Powerball and Mega Millions.

GameTypeDraw ScheduleJackpot Odds
🎱 SuperLotto PlusJackpotWed, Sat1 in 41.4 million
📅 Fantasy 5DailyDaily1 in 575,757
🔢 Daily 4NumbersMidday & Evening1 in 10,000
🔢 Daily 3NumbersMidday & Evening1 in 1,000
⭐ Daily DerbySpecialtyDaily1 in 1.3 million
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About the California State Lottery

The California State Lottery was established in 1984 and offers a variety of draw games, scratch-offs, and multi-state lottery games. California participates in Powerball, Mega Millions.

The state's signature draw game is SuperLotto Plus. All lottery proceeds support state programs including education, infrastructure, and public services.

Visit the official website at www.calottery.com for the most current results, prize structures, and retailer locations.

Lottery Taxes in California

If you win the lottery in California, you'll pay 24% federal withholding but no state tax on your winnings. On a $1 million jackpot, that means you'd keep approximately $760,000 after taxes.

Federal Tax
24%
withholding (37% top bracket)
California State Tax
0%
No state tax
$1M Take-Home
$760,000
approximate after taxes

California is one of the few states that does not tax lottery winnings at all.

Use our Lottery Tax Calculator for exact numbers →

How to Claim Lottery Prizes in California

$
Under $600
Claim at any authorized California lottery retailer. Just bring your winning ticket.
$$
$600 to $99,999
Claim at a lottery district office. Bring a valid photo ID and your signed winning ticket. You'll need to fill out a claim form.
$$$
$100,000 and Above
Claim at California lottery headquarters. We strongly recommend hiring a lawyer and financial advisor before claiming. Sign the back of your ticket and store it in a safe place.
Claim deadline: Most California prizes must be claimed within 90 days to 1 year of the draw, depending on the game. Check the official lottery website for exact deadlines. What to do if you win →

Read our complete guide to claiming lottery winnings →

Visit California Lottery Official Site →
calottery.com

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Frequently Asked Questions

What lottery games are available in California?

The California State Lottery offers several draw games including SuperLotto Plus, Fantasy 5, Daily 4, Daily 3. California also participates in Powerball and Mega Millions multi-state jackpot games.

Can I buy California lottery tickets online?

No online lottery courier services currently operate in California. You can buy Powerball and Mega Millions tickets at local retailers, or play sweepstakes casinos online for free. For state-specific games, visit the California State Lottery website.

Are sweepstakes casinos legal in California?

Sweepstakes casinos operate legally in most US states including California. They use a sweepstakes model where you play with virtual coins and can redeem Sweeps Coins for real prizes. No purchase is necessary to play.

⚠️ Disclaimer

WinTheLottery.com is an independent information site. We are not affiliated with the California State Lottery. Always verify results at the official lottery website. Must be 18+ to play. Play responsibly.