Mega Millions jackpot climbs to $140M. See winning numbers for April 21
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USA TODAY’s Fernando Cervantes shares which states have claimed the most Powerball and Mega Millions jackpots wins.
With the Mega Millions jackpot continuing its climb, Tuesday night’s April 21 drawing now offers a $140 million prize, or $62.8 million in cash, for anyone lucky enough to beat the 1 in 290,472,336 odds.
If someone hits the numbers, they’ll have two payout options: take the lump?sum cash payment or choose an annuity that includes an immediate payment followed by annual checks that increase by 5% each year. The rising jackpot follows two Mega Millions wins earlier this year, including a $60 million prize in Ohio and a $533 million jackpot claimed by a ticket sold in Illinois.
Here’s what to know Tuesday’s Mega Millions drawing, including the winning numbers.
What are the winning Mega Millions numbers for 4/21/2026?
The winning numbers for the Tuesday, April 21, Mega Millions drawing are: 1-36-43-56-58 and the Mega Ball is 7.
Did anyone win the Mega Millions jackpot?
No, no one won the Mega Millions jackpot or any of the Match 5 prizes.
The jackpot has gone up to an estimated $150 million ahead of the next drawing.
When is the next Mega Millions drawing?
The next Mega Millions drawing is scheduled for Friday, April 24, at 11 p.m. ET.
Top 10 Mega Millions Jackpots
- $1.602 billion on Aug. 8, 2023 in Florida
- $1.537 billion on Oct. 23, 2018 in South Carolina
- $1.348 billion on Jan. 1, 2023 in Maine
- $1.337 billion on July 29, 2022 in Illinois
- $1.269 billion on Dec. 27, 2024 in California
- $1.128 billion on Mar. 26, 2024 in New Jersey
- $1.05 billion on Jan 22, 2021 in Michigan
- $983 million on Nov. 14, 2025 in Georgia
- $810 million on Sept. 10, 2024 in Texas
- $656 million on March 30, 2012 in Illinois, Kansas and Maryland
What is Mega Millions?
Mega Millions is a multi?state lottery played in 45 states, Washington, D.C., and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Tickets cost $5, and players choose six numbers from two pools, five white balls numbered 1–70 and one gold Mega Ball numbered 1–24, or let the computer select numbers using Quick Pick/Easy Pick.
To win the jackpot, a ticket must match all six winning numbers. If more than one ticket matches, the jackpot prize is split among the winners.
How to play the Mega Millions
To play, purchase a Mega Millions ticket at participating retailers such as convenience stores, gas stations, and grocery stores. In some states, tickets can also be purchased online.
After buying a ticket, pick five white ball numbers (1–70) and one Mega Ball number (1–24). Players who don’t want to choose their own numbers can opt for Quick Pick or Easy Pick, which randomly generates numbers.
Mega Millions tickets now include a built?in multiplier, which automatically boosts non?jackpot prizes by 2x, 3x, 4x, 5x, or 10x. Previously, players had to pay extra to add the Megaplier.
Fernando Cervantes Jr. is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY. Reach him at fernando.cervantes@usatodayco.com and follow him on X @fern_cerv_.
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