🎱 IL Lottery Guide

Illinois Lottery

6+ games available · Est. 1974 · Official Site

Powerball: $166 Million Mega Millions: $70 Million

🎰 Illinois Lottery Games

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

GameTypeDraw ScheduleJackpot Odds
🎱 LottoJackpotMon, Thu, Sat1 in 20.4 million
📅 Lucky Day LottoDailyMidday & Evening1 in 1.2 million
🔢 Pick 3NumbersMidday & Evening1 in 1,000
🔢 Pick 4NumbersMidday & Evening1 in 10,000
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About the Illinois Lottery

The Illinois Lottery was established in 1974 and offers a variety of draw games, scratch-offs, and multi-state lottery games. Illinois participates in Powerball, Mega Millions.

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

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

Lottery Taxes in Illinois

If you win the lottery in Illinois, you'll pay 24% federal withholding (top bracket 37%) plus 4.95% state tax. On a $1 million jackpot, that means you'd keep approximately $710,500 after taxes.

Federal Tax
24%
withholding (37% top bracket)
Illinois State Tax
4.95%
state withholding
$1M Take-Home
$710,500
approximate after taxes

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How to Claim Lottery Prizes in Illinois

$
Under $600
Claim at any authorized Illinois 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 Illinois 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 Illinois 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 →

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illinoislottery.com

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Frequently Asked Questions

What lottery games are available in Illinois?

The Illinois Lottery offers several draw games including Lotto, Lucky Day Lotto, Pick 3, Pick 4. Illinois also participates in Powerball and Mega Millions multi-state jackpot games.

Can I buy Illinois lottery tickets online?

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

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⚠️ Disclaimer

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