No jackpot winner Tuesday: The numbers drawn were 2, 4, 10, 48, 56 and gold Mega Ball 22.
$672 million up for grabs: This is the biggest lottery jackpot of the year, surpassing a $533 million win in Illinois in March.
A Georgia player won $4 million: The ticket matched all five white balls and included a 4x multiplier. It was purchased at FOE Aerie 4379 in St. Mary's, Georgia.
Other winners: Three tickets worth $2 million each and one ticket worth $3 million were sold in other states.
Cash option: Winners can choose $293.3 million in cash instead of 30 annual installments.
Why this matters: After federal withholding (24%) and potential marginal tax rates (up to 37%), a cash winner could take home around **$184.8 million** — still life-changing, but far less than the advertised jackpot. State taxes can further reduce the payout depending on where the winner lives.
The advertised $672 million prize is paid out over 30 annual installments. Most winners, however, opt for the lump-sum cash option, which currently stands at $293.3 million.
Mandatory 24% federal withholding: This is deducted upfront, reducing the cash payout to roughly **$222.9 million**.
Marginal federal tax rate: Depending on the winner's total taxable income, the IRS applies up to **37%**. This further reduces the payout to approximately **$184.8 million**.
State taxes vary widely: Some states like Texas, Florida, and California do not tax lottery winnings. Others, like New York, tax at **10.9%**, cutting the prize even more.
For those choosing the installment route, annual payouts of about $22.4 million drop to $14.1 million after the 37% federal rate.
A Mega Millions player in Georgia matched all five white-ball numbers and had the game's 4x multiplier, turning a standard match into a $4 million windfall. The ticket was sold at the Fraternal Order of Eagles (FOE) Aerie 4379 in St. Mary's, a coastal town. Winners of large prizes in Georgia must claim their money in person at the Georgia Lottery headquarters in downtown Atlanta.
The odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are 1 in 290.4 million — only slightly better than Powerball's 1 in 292.2 million. The biggest prize claimed this year was a $533 million Mega Millions win in Illinois back in March. No other lottery prize has crossed $500 million in 2026 until now.
The next Mega Millions drawing is Friday night. Meanwhile, the Powerball jackpot has also climbed to $498 million, with its next drawing on Wednesday night.
What are the winning numbers from the Tuesday, July 14, 2026 Mega Millions drawing?
The numbers drawn were 2, 4, 10, 48, 56 and the gold Mega Ball 22.
How much does a winner actually take home after taxes?
If opting for the cash payout of $293.3 million, after the mandatory 24% federal withholding the prize drops to about $222.9 million. After applying the top marginal tax rate of 37%, the winner takes home roughly $184.8 million. State taxes may apply depending on residence.
Where was the $4 million winning ticket sold in Georgia?
The ticket was sold at FOE (Fraternal Order of Eagles) Aerie 4379 in St. Mary's, Georgia, along the coast.
What are the odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot?
The odds are 1 in 290.4 million.
When is the next Mega Millions drawing?
The next drawing is Friday night. The Powerball drawing happens Wednesday night with a $498 million jackpot.
Check your tickets: Even if you didn't win the jackpot, you may have matched enough numbers for a smaller prize, especially if you added the Megaplier.
Understand the real payout: The advertised jackpot is not what you take home. Be prepared for significant federal and possibly state tax deductions.
Claim large prizes in person: In Georgia and many other states, winners of larger prizes must claim at lottery headquarters.
Consider your state's tax rules: If you live in a state that taxes lottery winnings (like New York at 10.9%), factor that into your decision between lump sum and installments.
Play responsibly: With odds of 1 in 290.4 million, the jackpot is a long shot. Only spend what you can afford to lose.
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