With no winner since June 27, the Mega Millions jackpot prize has grown to $900 million — the largest so far in 2025.
Ahead of Tuesday evening’s drawing at 11 p.m. E.T., the prize is now ranked as the eighth largest in the game’s history, according to the Multi-State Lottery Association, which runs the lottery.
Here’s a look at the 10 biggest Mega Millions jackpots of all time and where the winning ticket was purchased:
If you’re lucky enough to defy the 1 in 290,472,336 odds and match all five white balls plus the gold Mega Ball, your actual take-home pay will vary based on state tax laws and which payout option you choose.
There are two payout options: a 30-year annuity that pays the full jackpot amount or a one-time cash lump sum worth about 46% of the total. While the lump sum is much smaller, many winners choose it to receive the money upfront and invest it immediately.
