🎱 TX Lottery Guide

Texas Lottery

8+ games available · Est. 1992 · Official Site

Powerball: $166 Million Mega Millions: $70 Million

🎰 Texas Lottery Games

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

GameTypeDraw ScheduleJackpot Odds
🎱 Lotto TexasJackpotMon, Thu, Sat1 in 25.8 million
🎱 Texas Two StepJackpotMon, Thu1 in 1.8 million
📅 Cash FiveDailyDaily1 in 324,632
⭐ All or NothingSpecialtyMorning, Day, Evening, Night1 in 352,716
🔢 Pick 3NumbersMorning, Day, Evening, Night1 in 1,000
🔢 Daily 4NumbersMorning, Day, Evening, Night1 in 10,000
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About the Texas Lottery

The Texas Lottery was established in 1992 and offers a variety of draw games, scratch-offs, and multi-state lottery games. Texas participates in Powerball, Mega Millions.

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

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

Lottery Taxes in Texas

If you win the lottery in Texas, 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)
Texas State Tax
0%
No state tax
$1M Take-Home
$760,000
approximate after taxes

Texas has no state income tax, so lottery winnings are tax-free at the state level.

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How to Claim Lottery Prizes in Texas

$
Under $600
Claim at any authorized Texas 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 Texas 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 Texas 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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txlottery.org

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Frequently Asked Questions

What lottery games are available in Texas?

The Texas Lottery offers several draw games including Lotto Texas, Texas Two Step, Cash Five, All or Nothing. Texas also participates in Powerball and Mega Millions multi-state jackpot games.

Can I buy Texas lottery tickets online?

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

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