Mega Millions Winning Numbers and Result – September 19 2025

Among the lotteries in the United States, the Mega Millions lottery is one of the most widely played, drawing in millions of players looking to win life-changing prizes. With a reputation for life-altering jackpots, the lottery gives players a chance to take home millions of dollars with just one ticket. Every draw brings excitement and anticipation as players check their chosen numbers against the drawn combinations to see if they have won.

Mega Millions Winning Numbers – September 19 2025

The official winning numbers for the Mega Millions drawing for the draw held on September 19, 2025, were:

• White Balls: 2, 22, 27, 42, 58
• Mega Ball: 8

The jackpot for the drawing was estimated at $423 million, while the cash option was priced at approximately $196.5 million. No ticket matched all six of the numbers drawn, which allowed the jackpot to roll over into the next draw scheduled for Tuesday, September 23, 2025.

How to Play Mega Millions

To play Mega Millions, follow these simple steps:

• Choose five numbers from 1 to 70 for the white balls.
• Choose one number from 1 to 25 for the Mega Ball.
• Each ticket costs $2.
• Optionally, you may select the "Megaplier" option for $1 for a chance to multiply any non-jackpot prize by 2, 3, 4, or 5 depending on the Megaplier drawn.
• Drawings take place every Tuesday and Friday at 11:00 p.m. ET.

 Mega Millions Jackpot and Prize Breakdown

The jackpot drawn on September 19 was $423 million, which includes this prize tier list:

• Match 5 + Mega Ball: $2 million
• Match 5: $1 million
• Match 4 + Mega Ball: $20,000
• Match 4: $1,000
• Match 3 + Mega Ball: $200
• Match 3: $10
• Match 2 + Mega Ball: $10
• Match 1 + Mega Ball: $4
• Match only Mega Ball: $2

Prizes depend on both the Megaplier and number of winners.

Previous Mega Millions Winners

The previous Mega Millions winner prior to this drawing was on June 27, 2025, in Florida for $348 million. Mega Millions almost always has life-changing prizes available, which draws people from around the country.

Jackpot Payout: Cash vs. Annuity

When a Mega Millions jackpot is won, the winners have the option of claiming their money in either a lump sum, instant cash payment or the annuity option.

• Cash Option: The winner receives the majority of the jackpot amount immediately in a single payment, which will still be less than the in-jackpot amount because it is only the current cash value of the prize. In the September 19, 2025 drawing, the cash option was approximately $196.5 million. By selecting the cash option, the winner has immediate access to their money, giving them the flexibility to spend and invest in whatever manner they choose.
• Annuity Option: Winners may choose the annuity paid in 30 annual installments of the advertised jackpot amount. Each installment will increase 5% each year to keep up with inflation and allow the winnings to grow through investment returns.  The annuity option allows the winner to receive the entire $423 million jackpot while benefiting from long-term security. 

Upcoming Mega Millions Draw Information 

The next Mega Millions drawing will occur on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at 11:00 p.m. ET.  Players can view official results on official lottery websites or the local news.