$1.05 billion Mega Millions jackpot
The Mega Millions drawing winnings from the $1.05 billion jackpot will be paid out as an annuity over 30 years, or the winner can choose to receive the lump sum amount of $527.9 million.
- Mega Millions jackpot: $1.05 billion
- Drawing: Tuesday, August 2, 2023, at 11:00 PM EST
- Drawing place: Atlanta, Georgia
- Drawing officials: Georgia Lottery Corporation
winning lottery jackpot numbers
- Mega Ball: 13
- Numbers: 2, 11, 48, 58, 65
- Megaplier: 2
The winning numbers were drawn on Tuesday, August 2, 2023, at 11:00 PM EST. The jackpot was an estimated $1.05 billion.
If you have a ticket with these numbers, you are the lucky winner! Congratulations!
Here is a breakdown of the winnings:
- Jackpot: $527.9 million (lump sum)
- Megaplier: x2
- Total winnings: $1,055.8 million
The winning ticket was sold in South Carolina. The winner has not yet come forward to claim their prize.
Other Mega Millions Winners in August 1 Drawing
5 number match:
There were 1,281 other winners who matched five of the six numbers and won $1 million each.
4 number match + Mega Ball:
There were 29,076 other winners who matched four of the six numbers and the Mega Ball and won $500 each.
4 number match:
There were 134,356 other winners who matched four of the six numbers and won $20 each.
3 number match + Mega Ball:
There were 2,383,674 other winners who matched three of the six numbers and the Mega Ball and won $10 each.
3 number match:
There were 991,083 other winners who matched three of the six numbers and won $2 each.
Taxes on Lottery Mega Millions Winnings
The winner will have to pay federal and state taxes on their winnings. The exact amount of taxes will depend on the winner’s state of residence.
You will need to file a tax return with the IRS and your state tax authority. You will need to report the amount of your winnings on your return.
Federal taxes:
The federal government taxes lottery winnings as ordinary income. The amount of tax you owe will depend on your income bracket.
State taxes:
The amount of state taxes you owe will depend on your state of residence. Some states do not tax lottery winnings, while others tax them at a much higher rate than the federal government.
Lump sum vs. annuity:
If you choose to take the lump sum option, you will have to pay taxes on the entire amount up front. If you choose the annuity option, you will pay taxes on the annual payments as you receive them.
It is a good idea to set aside money for taxes when you win the lottery. This will help you avoid having to pay a large sum of money all at once.
The $1.05 billion jackpot is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the winner. With the winnings, the winner could buy a luxurious home, a private jet, or anything else their heart desires. The winner could also use the winnings to help others in need.
The winnings from the $1.05 billion jackpot will have a significant impact on the economy of South Carolina. The winner is expected to spend a significant portion of the winnings in the state, which will boost the economy. The winnings will also generate tax revenue for the state, which can be used to fund important programs and services.
