Mega Millions Winning Numbers for November 26: Was the $489 Million Jackpot Claimed?

Are you feeling lucky? The Mega Millions jackpot lottery for Tuesday, November 26, 2024, reached an estimated $489 million, with a cash option of $229.3 million. The last jackpot, $810 million, was claimed on September 10, 2024, by a single ticket holder in Texas.

Winning Numbers for November 26, 2024

The winning numbers for Tuesday’s draw were:

5 – 22 – 24 – 39 – 42 and Mega Ball: 3

Megaplier: 3X

Did Anyone Win the Jackpot?

It’s not yet confirmed if anyone has matched all six numbers to claim the grand prize. Should no one win, the jackpot will keep expanding; Friday, November 29, 2024, at 11 p.m. ET will be the next drawing date.

How to Participate in Mega Millions?

To play, buy a $2 ticket online in some states or at affiliated sites. Players pick:

• Five numbers from 1 to 70
• One Mega Ball number from 1 to 25

For an additional $1, you can add the Megaplier, which multiplies non-jackpot prizes by 2x, 3x, 4x, or 5x. A “Quick Pick” option allows the computer to randomly select numbers for you.

Mega Millions Prizes and Odds

Here’s a breakdown of the prizes and odds of winning:

• Jackpot (Match 5 + Mega Ball): Odds 1 in 302,575,350
• Match 5 (without Mega Ball): $1 million, Odds 1 in 12,607,306
• Match 4 + Mega Ball: $10,000, Odds 1 in 931,001
• Other prizes range from $2 to $500, depending on matches.

Where Should I Purchase Tickets?

There are 45 states, Washington D.C., and the U.S. Virgin Islands with Mega Millions jackpot lottery tickets accessible. Convenience stores, petrol stations and supermarkets all carry them. Certain states also enable transactions online using sites like Jackpocket.

Jackpot Payment Options

Mega Millions jackpot lottery Winners can choose between:

1. Annuity: 30 annual payments, increasing by 5% each year.

2. Cash Option: A one-time lump sum, significantly less than the advertised jackpot.

In case of multiple winners, the jackpot is split equally.

Mega Millions Top Jackpots

Here are the top 10 Mega Millions jackpot lottery of all time:

1. $1.602 billion – August 8, 2023, Florida
2. $1.537 billion – October 23, 2018, South Carolina
3. $1.348 billion – January 13, 2023, Maine
4. $1.337 billion – July 29, 2022, Illinois
5. $1.1 billion – March 26, 2024, New Jersey
6. $1.05 billion – January 22, 2021, Michigan
7. $810 million – September 10, 2024, Texas
8. $656 million – March 30, 2012, Split among Illinois, Kansas, Maryland
9. $648 million – December 17, 2013, Split between California and Georgia
10. $560 million – June 4, 2024, Illinois

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A Note of Caution

Be wary of lottery scams claiming you’ve won a prize without playing. Always verify winnings through official lottery sources. Feeling inspired? The odds may be slim, but one lucky ticket could turn you into the next Mega Millions millionaire!