🎱 MT Lottery Guide

Montana Lottery

6+ games available · Est. 1987 · Official Site

Powerball: $166 Million Mega Millions: $70 Million

🎰 Montana Lottery Games

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

GameTypeDraw ScheduleJackpot Odds
🎱 Montana CashJackpotWed, Sat1 in 324,632
📅 Big Sky BonusDailyDaily1 in 777,777
⭐ Montana MillionaireSpecialtyAnnualVaries
🌐 Lucky for LifeMulti StateMon, Thu1 in 30.8 million
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Games
Powerball, Mega Millions, state games, scratchers
Pricing
Face value + small fee
Winnings
Auto-deposit to app
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About the Montana Lottery

The Montana Lottery was established in 1987 and offers a variety of draw games, scratch-offs, and multi-state lottery games. Montana participates in Powerball, Mega Millions, Lucky for Life.

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

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

Lottery Taxes in Montana

If you win the lottery in Montana, you'll pay 24% federal withholding (top bracket 37%) plus 5.9% state tax. On a $1 million jackpot, that means you'd keep approximately $701,000 after taxes.

Federal Tax
24%
withholding (37% top bracket)
Montana State Tax
5.9%
state withholding
$1M Take-Home
$701,000
approximate after taxes

Use our Lottery Tax Calculator for exact numbers →

How to Claim Lottery Prizes in Montana

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

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montanalottery.com

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Frequently Asked Questions

What lottery games are available in Montana?

The Montana Lottery offers several draw games including Montana Cash, Big Sky Bonus, Montana Millionaire, Lucky for Life. Montana also participates in Powerball and Mega Millions multi-state jackpot games.

Can I buy Montana lottery tickets online?

Yes. Jackpocket is a licensed courier service available in Montana that buys official tickets on your behalf. For state-specific games, visit the Montana Lottery website.

Are sweepstakes casinos legal in Montana?

Sweepstakes casinos operate legally in most US states including Montana. 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 Montana Lottery. Always verify results at the official lottery website. Must be 18+ to play. Play responsibly.