Mega Millions Number #17
Updated May 20, 2026
Detailed frequency analysis and historical data for number 17.
Frequency
230
Rank #3 of 70
Hot/Cold
Hot
Score: 261
Overdue
1
draws since last seen
Gap Analysis
10.82
avg gap (min 1, max 64)
Number Analysis
Number 17 ranks 3rd out of 70 Mega Millions main ball numbers with 227 appearances across 2,490 draws — a 9.1% frequency rate that places it among the game's most historically drawn numbers. Its average gap of 11 draws reflects a generally frequent presence in the record. Despite that, number 17 has not appeared in 35 draws, a stretch that exceeds its average by more than three times, though still within the historical maximum gap of 64 draws. Based on available data, number 17 has paired most often with number 48, appearing together 22 times — a pairing it shares in common with number 14, which also lists number 48 as its top co-occurrence.
Most Common Pairings with #17
Numbers that appear most often alongside number 17.
Recent Appearances
Frequently Asked Questions
How often does main number 17 appear in Mega Millions?
The frequency of main number 17 varies over time. Check the stats grid above for the exact count and percentage based on all historical Mega Millions draws. The frequency rank shows how this number compares to all other main numbers.
Is main number 17 a hot or cold number in Mega Millions?
Hot and cold classifications are based on a weighted score combining recent, medium-term, and all-time frequency. The classification shown above reflects the current status. This changes as new draws occur and is updated daily.
When was main number 17 last drawn in Mega Millions?
The "Recent Appearances" section below shows the last 10 draws containing this number, including exact dates and the full set of winning numbers for each draw.
Does the frequency of main number 17 predict future Mega Millions results?
No. Each Mega Millions drawing is an independent random event. Historical frequency data is interesting for analysis but has no predictive power over future outcomes. Every number has an equal probability of being drawn regardless of past frequency.
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