Mega Millions Winning Numbers – September 23, 2025

The Mega Millions drawing that occurred on September 23, 2025, revealed a substantial jackpot but no win at the grand prize level. Players filled the lottery queue nationwide for a chance for the numbers drawn to be their numbers and tickets were purchased by millions, all hoping to be next to wear the crown of the winning jackpot ticket.  Winners, of course, are when the numbers are matched - but the excitement is always beyond the jackpot. Now that the drawing has taken place, the excitement will continue until next week. 

Mega Millions Winning Numbers for September 23, 2025

The winning numbers for the September 23 draw were: 

• 13 – 24 – 41 – 42 – 70 and
• mega ball: 18.

For this particular drawing, the estimated jackpot was in the ballpark of $451,000,000 million, with an estimated cash option of approximately $208,700,000 million. The national lottery was payment to many ticket holders based on the number of numbers matched and whether or not the ticket holder selected the Megapler option. The absence of matching all six numbers means the grand prize rolls to next week's jackpot.

Did Anyone Win the Mega Millions Jackpot

While no one captured the $451 million dollar jackpot, lots of players triumphed with smaller wins. Based on the amount of numbers matched and if the Megaplier was selected, prizes can range from $2 and upward to multi-million dollar tickets. The bonus is that the lack of allows excitement for next week's drawing. Each roll adds more excitement and cash prizes, and the overall amount is perceived to increase higher than a $500 million jackpot to next weeks estimated drawing. 

Mega Millions Prize Breakdown

Here's the prize structure for the Mega Millions, for every draw.

• Match 5 numbers + Mega Ball → Jackpot (September 23: $451 million - no winners).
• Match 5 numbers only → $1,000,000 (with Megaplier $5 million).
• Match 4 numbers + Mega Ball → $10,000 (with Megaplier $50,000).
• Match 4 numbers only → $500 (with Megaplier $2,500).
• Match 3 numbers + Mega Ball → $200 (with Megaplier $1,000).
• Match 3 numbers only → $10 (with Megaplier $50).
• Match 2 numbers + Mega Ball → $10 (with Megaplier $50).
• Match 1 number + Mega Ball → $4 (with Megaplier $20).
• Mega Ball only → $2 (with Megaplier $10).

This tier system allows you the chance to win smaller amounts while only having missed the jackpot.

How the Mega Millions Lottery Works

Mega Millions is one of the most widely played lottery games in the United States. Players select:

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

If you match all 6 numbers, you win the jackpot. The odds of winning the jackpot are around 1 in 302.6 million, which makes Mega Millions one of the hardest lotteries to apply your knowledge in to win. Players still take the chance for significant cash amounts and smaller prizes win often, if those players get at least a few numbers to match.

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Tips For Playing Mega Millions

Mega Millions is a game of chance, but you can be responsible and thoughtful about what you are doing. 

• Have a budget: Make sure to only play with what you can afford. 
• Play frequently but not excessively: Play the same amount, consistently, rather than playing a large amount all at once. 
• Mix your numbers: Using some combinations of sporting odd and even numbers and hot and cold numbers is better then using the same numbers and spreads. 
• Stay Updated: Review previous results and past jackpots, and stay current in what is going on. 

When is the Next Mega Millions Drawing

The upcoming Mega Millions drawing will occur on Friday, September 26, 2025. As there was no jackpot winner on September 23, the prize pool is rolling over to a higher total. As the jackpot climbs, ticket sales are expected to climb and the next drawing will be even more exciting!