How much would a $135 billion lottery jackpot cost?

It would also be the fourth-largest prize in U.S. lottery history. The estimated $1.35 billion jackpot would only be distributed to a winner who chooses an annuity paid over 29 years. Most jackpot winners take a cash option, which for Friday night’s drawing is an estimated $707.9 million.

What is the biggest lottery jackpot in America?

It is still eclipsed by the $1.53 billion won in October 2018. The largest lottery jackpot paid in the U.S. was the result of a Powerball draw in November worth a cash value of $2.04 billion. Friday's winner can choose between accepting 30 annuity payments worth the $1.35 billion, or a one-time cash payment of $724.6 million.

How much money does a Mega Millions winner get?

The new winner's prize sum equates to $723.5 million in cash — and they can decide between 30 annuity payments worth (before taxes) $1.35 billion, or the one-time cash payment. The next Mega Millions drawing may find a winner for $20 million ($10.7 million cash) — its current starting jackpot — on Jan. 17.

What are the winning numbers for Friday's Mega Millions drawing?

The winning numbers for Friday's Mega Millions drawing — with a jackpot of $1.35 billion — have been announced. The winning numbers are: 30, 43, 45, 46, 61 and a Mega Ball of 14. Friday's drawing is for the the fourth-largest lottery jackpot ever, and the second-largest in Mega Millions history.