Illinois Lottery Results & Winning Numbers
Live winning numbers, today’s Midday and Evening Pick 3 / Pick 4 results, draw and cutoff schedules, and after-tax payout calculators for every tracked Illinois Lottery game.
Last updated: October 30, 2026 ET · Official operator: Illinois Lottery
Latest Illinois Winning Numbers & Draw Results
Illinois Lotto
Schedule: Mon, Thu & Sat · 9:22 PM CT · Cutoff: 9:15 PM CT
Powerball
Schedule: Mon, Wed & Sat · 9:59 PM CT · Cutoff: 9:00 PM CT
Mega Millions
Schedule: Tue & Fri · 10:00 PM CT · Cutoff: 9:45 PM CT
Lotto America
Schedule: Mon, Wed & Sat · 9:15 PM CT · Cutoff: 9:00 PM CT
Millionaire for Life
Schedule: Daily · 9:38 PM CT · Cutoff: 8:30 PM CT
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Illinois Lottery Draw Schedule & Ticket Sales Cutoff Times (CT)
Use this schedule to check when Illinois draw games and daily digits games close before each drawing:
| Game | Draw Schedule | Ticket Sales Cutoff | Ticket Price | Top Prize & Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois Lotto | Mon, Thu & Sat · 9:22 PM CT | 9:15 PM CT | $2 (includes Lotto + 2 Millionaire Maker drawings; +$1 Extra Shot) | Rolling jackpot (starts at $2M) + $1M & $100K extra drawings |
| Powerball | Mon, Wed & Sat · 9:59 PM CT | 9:00 PM CT | $2 (+ $1 Power Play & $1 Double Play) | Rolling national jackpot (starts at $20M) |
| Mega Millions | Tue & Fri · 10:00 PM CT | 9:45 PM CT | $5 (includes built-in 2x–10x multiplier) | Rolling national jackpot (starts at $50M) |
| Lotto America | Mon, Wed & Sat · 9:15 PM CT | 9:00 PM CT | $1 (+ $1 All Star Bonus) | Rolling jackpot (starts at $2M) · 1 in 25,989,600 odds |
| Millionaire for Life | Daily · 9:38 PM CT | 8:30 PM CT | $2 | $1,000 a day for life (or cash option) |
Illinois Lottery Tax Calculator, Claim Deadlines & Anonymity Rules
4.95% Illinois flat state income tax withheld on lottery prizes over $1,000 (plus 24% federal withholding on prizes over $5,000; up to 37% top federal marginal bracket). Use our interactive Lottery Tax Calculator and Cash vs. Annuity Payout Calculator to model any specific jackpot amount.
| Advertised Jackpot | Est. Cash Option (~46%) | Illinois State Tax | After 24% Fed + State Withholding | Est. Net After 37% Top Fed + State Tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $10 Million Jackpot | $4.6M | 5.0% | $3.3M | $2.7M |
| $100 Million Jackpot | $46M | 5.0% | $32.7M | $26.7M |
| $500 Million Jackpot | $230M | 5.0% | $163.4M | $133.5M |
| $1 Billion Jackpot | $460M | 5.0% | $326.8M | $267M |
12 months from the draw date to claim prizes; 60 days after the draw date to elect the Cash Option vs. Annual Payments on major jackpots.
Illinois winners of prizes of $250,000 or more may submit a written request at the time of claiming to keep their name and municipality confidential.
Illinois Lottery Frequently Asked Questions
What Illinois Lottery games are tracked on this page?
This Illinois Lottery hub tracks live winning numbers, next-draw jackpots, payout charts, strategy tools, and statistical fairness audits for Illinois Lotto, Powerball, Mega Millions, Lotto America, Millionaire for Life. Every game links directly to its dedicated results, jackpot analysis, hot/cold strategy, how-to-win odds guide, and fairness audit pages.
Are Illinois Lottery winnings taxed?
4.95% Illinois flat state income tax withheld on lottery prizes over $1,000 (plus 24% federal withholding on prizes over $5,000; up to 37% top federal marginal bracket). You can model exact lump-sum vs. annuity payouts for any jackpot amount using our interactive Lottery Tax Calculator.
What time are Illinois Lottery drawings and ticket sales cutoffs?
All Illinois draw times and ticket sales cutoffs on this page are listed in local CT. Ticket sales for multi-state games (Powerball and Mega Millions) close 45–60 minutes before the drawing, while daily Pick 3, Pick 4, and state draw games close 10–20 minutes before the draw.
How long do you have to claim a Illinois Lottery prize?
12 months from the draw date to claim prizes; 60 days after the draw date to elect the Cash Option vs. Annual Payments on major jackpots. Always sign the back of your physical ticket immediately and verify the exact claim center rules with the official Illinois Lottery.
Can a Illinois Lottery winner remain anonymous?
Illinois winners of prizes of $250,000 or more may submit a written request at the time of claiming to keep their name and municipality confidential.
Can I scan my Illinois Lottery ticket on my phone?
Yes. Use the free ticket scanner on this page or in the Lucky Picks mobile app to photograph your printed Illinois Lottery ticket and check every line against the official winning numbers.
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