🎱 NY Lottery Guide

New York Lottery

9+ games available · Est. 1967 · Official Site

Powerball: $166 Million Mega Millions: $70 Million

🎰 New York Lottery Games

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

GameTypeDraw ScheduleJackpot Odds
🎱 New York LOTTOJackpotWed, Sat1 in 45.4 million
📅 Take 5DailyMidday & Evening1 in 575,757
🌐 Cash4LifeMulti StateDaily1 in 21.8 million
🔢 NumbersNumbersMidday & Evening1 in 1,000
🔢 Win 4NumbersMidday & Evening1 in 10,000
⭐ Pick 10SpecialtyDaily1 in 8.9 million
⭐ Quick DrawSpecialtyEvery 4 minVaries
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About the New York Lottery

The New York Lottery was established in 1967 and offers a variety of draw games, scratch-offs, and multi-state lottery games. New York participates in Powerball, Mega Millions, Cash4Life.

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

Visit the official website at www.nylottery.ny.gov for the most current results, prize structures, and retailer locations.

Lottery Taxes in New York

If you win the lottery in New York, you'll pay 24% federal withholding (top bracket 37%) plus 8.82% state tax. On a $1 million jackpot, that means you'd keep approximately $671,800 after taxes.

Federal Tax
24%
withholding (37% top bracket)
New York State Tax
8.82%
state withholding
$1M Take-Home
$671,800
approximate after taxes

New York has one of the highest combined tax burdens on lottery winnings. NYC residents also pay an additional 3.876% city tax, and Yonkers residents pay 1.477%.

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How to Claim Lottery Prizes in New York

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Under $600
Claim at any authorized New York 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 New York 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 New York 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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nylottery.ny.gov

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Frequently Asked Questions

What lottery games are available in New York?

The New York Lottery offers several draw games including New York LOTTO, Take 5, Cash4Life, Numbers. New York also participates in Powerball and Mega Millions multi-state jackpot games.

Can I buy New York lottery tickets online?

Yes. Jackpocket and Jackpot.com are licensed courier services available in New York that buy official tickets on your behalf. For state-specific games, visit the New York Lottery website.

Are sweepstakes casinos legal in New York?

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