New York City, October 15, 2025
News Summary
A large Mega Millions jackpot valued at $600 million was announced, with winning numbers revealed including a Megaball of 19. The ticket price is now $5 but offers improved odds for players. Non-jackpot prizes guarantee a minimum payout of $10. With upcoming drawings scheduled, players are excitedly anticipating their chance at a substantial win.
New York City – The winning numbers for the Mega Millions jackpot drawn on October 14, 2025, include 57, 22, 49, 12, 58, and a Megaball of 19. This drawing featured a staggering jackpot valued at $600 million, with an immediate cash option available for $277.2 million. This current jackpot marks a significant increase in winnings since the last Mega Millions prize was claimed by a Virginia player who took home $348 million on June 27, 2025.
Tickets for this popular lottery now cost $5, following a price increase implemented several months ago. Despite the rise in ticket cost, players may find the revised odds of winning the jackpot more favorable, shifting from 1 in 302 million to 1 in 292 million. In addition to the jackpot, non-jackpot prizes are guaranteed to offer a minimum payout of $10 for players who do not match all six numbers. Each ticket purchased also includes a randomly assigned multiplier, which can increase non-jackpot prizes by as much as ten times, although this multiplier does not apply to jackpot winnings.
Mega Millions is available to players in 45 states, Washington D.C., and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Tickets can be acquired at various retail locations or online through the official digital lottery courier, Jackpocket, which facilitates online ticket purchases in certain states. Upcoming Mega Millions drawings are scheduled for Fridays, with the next drawing set for October 17, 2025, at 11 p.m. Players can view the drawing live on ABC 7 New York or check the results on the Mega Millions website.
The Mega Millions lottery has a storied history of substantial jackpots, with major payouts that have captured the attention of millions. Recent notable jackpots include a record-breaking $1.602 billion won on August 8, 2023, by a single ticket-holder in Florida, a $1.537 billion prize claimed on October 23, 2018, in South Carolina, and a $1.348 billion jackpot won in Maine on January 13, 2023. These monumental winnings have contributed to the popularity and intrigue surrounding the lottery.
In recent years, the New York Lottery has emerged as North America’s largest and most profitable lottery system, contributing $3.7 billion to education during the fiscal year 2022-2023. Efforts to maintain player engagement include not only programmatic changes to ticket pricing and prize structures but also enhancements in how players can participate, making it easier than ever to play Mega Millions.
For individuals facing challenges related to gambling addiction or seeking assistance, support is accessible through the State’s HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY (1-877-846-7369). The Mega Millions lottery’s combination of suspense, potential for significant winnings, and commitment to responsible gaming continues to attract a diverse audience, reinforcing its status as a favored pastime in the United States.
As players eagerly await the next drawing, the excitement surrounding the possibility of winning continues to grow, further solidifying Mega Millions as a fixture in American culture.
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