New York Lottery
Updated Oct 8, 2026
Everything you need to know about playing the lottery in New York: available games, tax rates, and how to claim prizes.
Tax Information
New York has the highest combined lottery tax rate. NYC residents pay an additional 3.876%, and Yonkers residents 1.959%.
In addition to state taxes, federal taxes apply: 24% withholding + up to 37% top marginal rate. Use our Tax Calculator for a detailed breakdown.
Tax Comparison
New York taxes lottery winnings at 10.9%, which is above the national average of 4.9%. On a $100M jackpot, that's a state tax bill of approximately $10.9M — $6.0M more than the average state.
Available Games in New York
Powerball
Monday, Wednesday, Saturday5/69 + 1/26 | Odds: 1 in 292,201,338
Latest: 11, 13, 14, 21, 65 + 19
Mega Millions
Tuesday, Friday5/70 + 1/24 | Odds: 1 in 290,472,336
Latest: 26, 32, 42, 51, 54 + 22
Cash4Life
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday5/60 + 1/4 | Odds: 1 in 21,846,048
Latest: 20, 25, 30, 52, 55 + 4
NY Lotto
Wednesday, Saturday6/59 + 1/59 | Odds: 1 in 45,057,474
Latest: 1, 3, 4, 32, 33, 48 + 28
Take 5
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday5/39 | Odds: 1 in 575,757
Latest: 22, 25, 28, 32, 39
How to Claim Prizes in New York
Prizes up to $600 at retailers. Over $600 at NY Lottery Customer Service Centers or by mail. Over $5,000 requires a visit to a Customer Service Center.
Quick Facts
- •NY Lottery is one of the oldest in the US (1967)
- •Highest state lottery tax rate at 10.9%
- •NYC adds additional 3.876% local tax
- •All proceeds go to education — over $3.5B annually
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the lottery tax rate in New York?
New York taxes lottery winnings at 10.90%. New York has the highest combined lottery tax rate. NYC residents pay an additional 3.876%, and Yonkers residents 1.959%.
What lottery games are available in New York?
New York offers 5 major lottery games including Powerball, Mega Millions, Cash4Life, NY Lotto, Take 5.
How do I claim lottery prizes in New York?
Prizes up to $600 at retailers. Over $600 at NY Lottery Customer Service Centers or by mail. Over $5,000 requires a visit to a Customer Service Center.
What is the minimum age to buy lottery tickets in New York?
You must be at least 18 years old to purchase lottery tickets in New York.
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