How are the Illinois Lottery numbers drawn?

Illinois Lottery Drawings Winning numbers for all in-state draw games (Lotto, Lucky Day Lotto, Pick 3 and Pick 4) are selected using an online digital draw system . Powered by a random number generator program, this system randomly selects winning number combinations.

Does Illinois have the lottery?

Founded in 1974, the Illinois Lottery has contributed over $19 billion (since 1985) to the state's Common School Fund to assist K-12 public schools, as well as hundreds of millions of dollars to the Capital Projects Fund and other special causes.

What are the prizes for Illinois Lotto?

Players matching all 6 numbers split a parimutuel jackpot that starts at $2,000,000 and rolls by $150,000 until it is won. Players matching 5 of 6 numbers win a variable amount that averages $2,000, matching 4 of 6 win a variable amount that averages $50, matching 3 of 6 numbers win $5, and matching 2 of 6 win $1.

What time is Illinois Pick 4 draw?

Draw Times Game Sun Mon Pick 4 Evening 7:20 PM 7:20 PM Pick 3 Evening 7:20 PM 7:20 PM Lotto 7:20 PM Evening 4 Fireball 7:20 PM 7:20 PM 9 more rows

When did Pick 3 start in Illinois?

The Illinois Lottery started making winners back in July of 1974 . Later that year, Illinois became the first state to air a drawing live on television. The first Instant Ticket, 7-11-21®, was released a year later in 1975. Then, in 1985, the Illinois-favorite daily draw game Pick 3 hit the scene.

Can I buy lottery tickets with a debit card in Illinois?

Payment Methods We want to make the Players Account a more convenient way for you to purchase Internet Tickets and Lottery Subscriptions. Therefore, we allow you to purchase Internet Tickets and Lottery Subscriptions using credit and debit cards or from winnings deposited in your Players Account.

What happens if you win the lottery in Illinois?

You can either transfer the winnings in your Illinois Lottery account to your bank account, request a check, or use them to play again . Prizes over $600, depending on the prize amount, can also be claimed in one of three ways: At a Claim Center. By mail.

Which lottery has the best odds in Illinois?

Lucky Day Lotto : Feeling impatient? This daily draw might be your speed. The top prize isn't life-changing, but the odds are a tad better at 1 in 358,333. Think of it as a chance to finally win that office pool and establish yourself as a financial whiz.

What are the 6 luckiest numbers in the lottery?

Luckiest lottery numbers in America According to their data, 28 was chosen most often at an average of 201.4 times. Sixteen is close behind at an average of 200.6 times. Third is 39 at 199 times. It narrowly beat 32 at 198.8 times. The fifth hottest number was 15 at 198 times. Apr 15, 2024

How much taxes on lottery winnings in Illinois?

Lottery: Illinois withholds state taxes ( 4.95 percent) on lottery winnings of at least $1,000 . The state lottery also is required to withhold federal taxes (24 percent) on winnings of $5,000 or more.

Did anyone win the Mega Millions in Illinois?

In July 2022, a ticket bought at a gas station in Des Plaines won a $1.337 billion Mega Millions jackpot - which remains the largest lottery prize ever won in Illinois. “I've always dreamed of retiring early and enjoying life with my family.

What does "straight and box" mean in lottery?

🤔 You typically need to match all three numbers in the exact order they're drawn (that's called a straight play) or in any order (a box play) to score a win . But hey, don't let that get you down!

Lotto - Illinois (IL) - Lottery Results & Winning Numbers (2024)

Results, Winning Numbers & Jackpot Amounts

Next Draw on:

22nd Jul, 2024

Estimated Jackpot:

$7,100,000

Result	Date	Jackpot
Regular Numbers 21 23 28 33 40 49 Extra Shot 01	Date Saturday, Jul 20, 2024	Est. Jackpot $7,100,000
Regular Numbers 01 05 09 12 28 37 Extra Shot 06	Date Thursday, Jul 18, 2024	Est. Jackpot $6,950,000
Regular Numbers 12 23 24 34 35 50 Extra Shot 05	Date Monday, Jul 15, 2024	Est. Jackpot $6,800,000
Regular Numbers 06 18 19 22 23 26 Extra Shot 17	Date Saturday, Jul 13, 2024	Est. Jackpot $6,650,000
Regular Numbers 05 16 24 32 38 47 Extra Shot 21	Date Thursday, Jul 11, 2024	Est. Jackpot $6,500,000
Regular Numbers 25 29 35 40 46 50 Extra Shot 05	Date Monday, Jul 08, 2024	Est. Jackpot $6,350,000
Regular Numbers 14 23 37 38 39 44 Extra Shot 04	Date Saturday, Jul 06, 2024	Est. Jackpot $6,200,000
Regular Numbers 03 13 23 38 39 44 Extra Shot 04	Date Thursday, Jul 04, 2024	Est. Jackpot $6,050,000
Regular Numbers 01 09 16 20 26 27 Extra Shot 20	Date Monday, Jul 01, 2024	Est. Jackpot $5,750,000
Regular Numbers 06 14 17 28 31 45 Extra Shot 16	Date Saturday, Jun 29, 2024	Est. Jackpot $5,750,000
Regular Numbers 12 31 32 43 45 48 Extra Shot 01	Date Thursday, Jun 27, 2024	Est. Jackpot $5,600,000
Regular Numbers 03 07 09 21 32 48 Extra Shot 11	Date Monday, Jun 24, 2024	Est. Jackpot $5,450,000
Regular Numbers 29 30 32 37 47 49 Extra Shot 22	Date Saturday, Jun 22, 2024	Est. Jackpot $5,300,000

Lotto Illinois Hot and Cold Numbers

Number of Draws:

Hot Numbers

Regular Balls: 21
17Times; 23
17Times; 3
17Times; 27
17Times; 30
16Times; 15
16Times; 40
15Times; 4
14Times; 34
14Times; 22
14Times; 32
14Times; 29
14Times; 14
14Times; 49
14Times; 9
13Times; 48
13Times; 1
12Times; 24
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12Times; 18
12Times; 26
12Times; 13
12Times; 39
12Times; 20
12Times; 11
12Times; 8
12Times; 43
12Times; 45
12Times
Extra Shot: 22
9Times; 11
8Times; 6
8Times; 20
7Times; 15
6Times; 13
6Times; 18
5Times; 16
5Times; 10
5Times; 9
5Times

Cold Numbers

Regular Balls: 52
0Times; 51
0Times; 35
6Times; 46
8Times; 37
9Times; 16
9Times; 10
9Times; 33
9Times; 7
9Times; 25
10Times; 42
10Times; 17
10Times; 41
10Times; 6
10Times; 2
10Times; 36
11Times; 28
11Times; 47
11Times; 38
11Times; 31
11Times; 19
11Times; 50
11Times; 12
11Times; 5
11Times; 44
11Times
Extra Shot: 3
1Times; 23
1Times; 8
1Times; 7
1Times; 21
2Times; 24
2Times; 14
2Times; 5
3Times; 17
3Times; 4
3Times; 12
3Times; 19
3Times; 2
3Times; 25
4Times; 1
4Times

The Illinois Lottery's only multi-million jackpot game, Illinois' Lotto is definitely a crowd favorite among players. Thanks to the Extra Shot feature and tri-weekly drawing schedule, this particular game provides many opportunities to win.

Illinois Lotto Drawing Schedule

Illinois Lotto has tri-weekly draws – Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays at 9:22 PM CST.

Tickets must be purchased before 9:15 PM CST to qualify for that day's draw.

Illinois Lotto Payout and Mechanics

Illinois Lotto is very easy to play – just pick 6 numbers from a pool of 1 to 52. Match all 6 and take home the jackpot, which starts at $2 million and grows until someone wins it. You can also use Quick Pick and have your numbers generated randomly.

You can play one set of numbers for every $1 wager.

Extra Shot

For an additional $1 wager, you can make Lotto more rewarding with the Extra Shot feature. With Extra Shot, a number from 1 to 25 is randomly selected and printed on your ticket. Matching the Extra Shot number with that of the official draw will increase any non-jackpot prizes.

Illinois Lotto Payouts and Odds

Numbers Matched	Prize	Odds
6	Jackpot	1 in 20,358,520
5 + Extra Shot	average $50,000 (Pari-mutuel)	1 in 1,844,069
5	average $2,000 (Pari-mutuel)	1 in 73,763
4 + Extra Shot	average $1,250 (Pari-mutuel)	1 in 32,783
4	average $50 (Pari-mutuel)	1 in 1,311
3 + Extra Shot	fixed $125	1 in 1,676
3	fixed $5	1 in 67
2 + Extra Shot	fixed $1	1 in 8.32
1 + Extra Shot	fixed $10	1 in 62
0 + Extra Shot	fixed $5	1 in 54

Illinois Lotto Prize Claiming

For prizes below $600:

You may cash in your winning ticket at most retailers.
If you played online, your winnings will automatically be credited to your player account.

For prizes above $600:

You may fill out a claim form and mail it along with your winning ticket to the Illinois Lottery's Springfield office.
You can also visit any of the other prize centers to receive up to $25,000 immediately. If your winnings are over this amount, your claim will be forwarded to the Springfield office.
If your winnings are $1 million and above, call the claims office at 217-524-5147 for assistance.

Also, keep in mind that winning tickets are valid for one year after the draw date. Grand prize winners of Illinois Lotto have 60 days after the draw to decide if they want to receive a one-time lump sum, or 30-year annuity

Finally, remember that you will be required to present a government-issued photo ID as well as some means to verify your Social Security Number to claim any prize amount. For more information, you can check Illinois Lottery results and winning numbers.

The Biggest Illinois Lotto Winners

Here are some of the biggest winners of Illinois Lotto in recent history:

$22.5 million for the December 1 , 2018 drawing. A truly impressive amount of money, to say the least – this jackpot is definitely the biggest one this game has seen in recent history. The winner has yet to come forward, so their identity is still a mystery. We do know that the winning ticket was purchased in Prospect Heights.
$4.25 million for the January 22, 2018 drawing. Forest Park retiree, Charles Vincent matched all 6 winning numbers.
$7.25 million for the July 31, 2018 drawing. Marcelina Lacson from Wheaton was the sole winner of this specific jackpot.
$4.5 million for the June 10, 2018 drawing. Lynn Pawelek of Crystal Lake, McHenry County was the lucky individual to take home this prize.

Illinois Lotto Facts

Illinois Lotto began in February 1983. It was a Saturday-only game and featured a matrix of 40 numbers. The game has gone through many rules changes since then, before finally settling into its current state today.
Extra Shot was introduced in November 2012.
Around 50% of ticket sales go to the prize pool.

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