Mega Millions Jackpot Reaches $625 Million

The Mega Millions jackpot for October 17, 2025, is estimated at $625 million.

Winning numbers for the October 17, 2025 drawing are: 9-21-27-48-56 and Megaball 10.

A $2 million winning ticket from the October 14 drawing was sold in Arizona.

Ticket prices are now $5, including a multiplier that can increase winnings (excluding the jackpot).

You can win a minimum of $10 by matching just the Mega Ball.

Ticket prices increased from $2 to $5, which now includes a multiplier.

Matching five white balls now pays between $2 million and $10 million with the built-in multiplier.

Minimum prize is $10, and the maximum non-jackpot prize is $10 million.

The Mega Millions jackpot will start at $50 million instead of $20 million after a jackpot is won.

The number of Mega Balls changed from 25 to 24, improving the odds of winning.

Select five numbers from 1 to 70 for the white balls and one number from 1 to 24 for the Mega Ball.

Purchase tickets at gas stations, convenience stores, and grocery stores, or order online through Jackpocket&ref=yanuki.com.

The deadline for purchasing tickets varies by state.

Jackpot: Remains the same.

Five white balls: Minimum of $2 million and maximum of $10 million.

Four white balls plus Mega Ball: Minimum of $20,000 and maximum of $100,000.

Matching just the Mega Ball: wins a minimum of $10

$1.602 billion, Aug. 8, 2023: Won in Florida

$1.537 billion, Oct. 23, 2018: Won in South Carolina

$1.348 billion, Jan. 13, 2023: Won in Maine

Q: What were the Mega Millions winning numbers for October 17, 2025?

Q: How much does a Mega Millions ticket cost?

Q: Where can I buy Mega Millions tickets?

Stay informed about changes to the Mega Millions game, including ticket prices and prize payouts.

Understand the odds of winning and play responsibly.

Check your tickets carefully and be aware of deadlines for purchasing tickets.

If you win, know your state's laws regarding anonymity.