Kentucky Lottery
Latest numbers
| Game | Est. Jackpot | Result | More results |
|---|---|---|---|
Pick 3 Midday
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Top prize: $600 |
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Go to Pick 3 Midday |
Pick 3 Evening
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Top prize: $600 |
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Go to Pick 3 Evening |
Pick 4 Midday
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Top Prize: $5,000 |
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Go to Pick 4 Midday |
Pick 4 Evening
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Top prize: $5,000 |
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Go to Pick 4 Evening |
Cash Ball 225
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Top prize: $225,000 |
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Go to Cash Ball 225 |
Powerball
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Est. jackpot: $48 Million |
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Go to Powerball |
Mega Millions
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Est. jackpot: $695 Million |
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Go to Mega Millions |
Lucky for Life
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Top prize: $1,000 Per day for life |
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Go to Lucky for Life |
Contents
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Games
| Game Name | Prize Type | Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Pick 3 Midday | Top Prize | 3 from 0-9 |
| Pick 3 Evening | Top Prize | 3 from 0-9 |
| Pick 4 Midday | Top Prize | 4 from 0-9 |
| Pick 4 Evening | Top Prize | 4 from 0-9 |
| Cash Ball 225 | Top Prize | 4 from 1-35 + 1 from 1-25 |
| Powerball | Jackpot | 5 from 1-69 + 1 from 1-26 |
| Mega Millions | Jackpot | 5 from 1-70 + 1 from 1-25 |
| Lucky for Life | Top Prize | 5 from 1-48 + 1 from 1-18 |
Game schedule
Advanced draws
| Game | Advanced Draws |
|---|---|
| Pick 3 Midday | up to 7 |
| Pick 3 Evening | up to 7 |
| Pick 4 Midday | up to 7 |
| Pick 4 Evening | up to 7 |
| Cash Ball 225 | up to 21 |
| Powerball | up to 26 |
| Mega Millions | up to 26 |
| Lucky for Life | up to 16 |
Retired games
These Kentucky Lottery games are now retired. You can still claim prizes for these games if they are within the claim date period
| Game | Last Draw Date | Last Claim Date |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky 5 | Saturday, Nov 02, 2024 | Thursday, May 01, 2025 |
Expired games
The following Kentucky Lottery games are expired. You can no longer claim prizes for these games.
| Game | Last Draw Date |
|---|---|
| Quick Bucks | Saturday, Mar 14, 2020 |
| 5 Card Cash | Saturday, Mar 26, 2022 |
Claiming prizes
Here's the process for claiming Kentucky Lottery prizes.
For the updated list of retailers accepting prize claims up to $5,000 visit the Kentucky Lottery website.
To claim a prize by mail, send the signed winning ticket, a completed claim form, and a copy of your ID to:
Kentucky Lottery Corporation
ATTN: Claims – Dept. 100
Louisville, KY 40287-0001
Keep a copy of all claim documents for your records.
Claim Centers
Tax information
The Kentucky Lottery is required to withhold taxes on any prizes over $5,000.
Here are the taxes withheld from lottery prizes for U.S. citizens or residents.
| Winnings | Tax | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Over $5,000 | State Tax | 4% |
| Federal Tax | 24% | |
| Total: 28% |
If the winner is not a citizen or resident of the U.S., the Kentucky Lottery withholds a greater amount of winnings for taxes.
| Winnings | Tax | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| $600 to $5,000 | State Tax | 0% |
| Federal Tax | 30% | |
| Total: 30% |
| Winnings | Tax | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Over $5,000 | State Tax | 4% |
| Federal Tax | 30% | |
| Total: 34% |
About the Kentucky Lottery
Voters approved the Kentucky Lottery in 1988.
Tickets went on sale in 1989, and retailers sold more than $5 million in instant game tickets by the end of the first day. Kentucky added Powerball in 1992 and Mega Millions in 2010.
Since 1989, the Kentucky Lottery has raised billions of dollars for the state's general fund as well as tuition grants and scholarships.
Contacts
Phone
(877) 789-4532Postal address
Kentucky Lottery Headquarters: 1011 West Main Street, Louisville, KY 40202FAQs
You must be 18 or older to purchase lottery tickets and redeem your winnings.
You have 180 days from the date of the draw to claim your lottery winnings.
Funds go toward educational access programs, including Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarships and the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority.
In Kentucky, you can pick from Cash Ball 225, Lucky for Life, Powerball, Mega Millions, Pick 3, and Pick 4.
Lottery winnings over $600 in Kentucky are subject to both state and federal taxes.
For prizes between $600 and $5,000, the Kentucky Lottery doesn't withhold any taxes but issues the winner a W2 tax form. Federal and state taxes are withheld for all lottery prizes over $5,000.
See our Tax Information section for more details.
No. Claim forms in Kentucky are subject to open record requests. The Kentucky Lottery only releases the winner's name when responding to records requests. There is no requirement for winners to participate in any publicity events after claiming a prize.
We suggest that you consult a lawyer before claiming any big prizes, as it may be possible to claim your prize through a trust to retain anonymity.
Yes, you can buy advance lottery tickets for consecutive draws for some lottery games in Kentucky. See the Advanced Draws section for more details.
The Kentucky Lottery is not responsible for lost or damaged tickets. Keep tickets in a safe place. Signing your ticket helps prove you own it in case you lose it.
If you're a resident of Kentucky, you can also play Powerball, Mega Millions, Keno, Fast Play, Lucky for Life, Cash Ball 225, Pick 3, and Pick 4 online. Otherwise, you must purchase your lottery tickets from a licensed lottery retailer.
Got any more questions about the Kentucky Lottery?
Visit our Q&A forum, and we'd love to help you out.
