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Mega Millions jackpot hits $443m for 27 October draw
The jackpot has climbed since a Florida player won $800m in July, according to USA Today.
The hit
The Mega Millions jackpot climbed to $443 million for Tuesday’s drawing, according to USA Today. The 27 October numbers were 14, 19, 21, 45, 67, with the Mega Ball at 3.
Why it matters
For regular Mega Millions players, the bigger prize does not change the odds of winning. It just raises what is at stake if a ticket matches.
The record
| Jackpot before draw | $443m (USA Today) |
|---|---|
| Cash option on $443m jackpot | $186.5m (USA Today) |
| Last jackpot win | $800m won in Florida, 28 July, cash value $344.2m (Florida lottery officials) |
| Winning ticket location | Wawa, Bradenton, Florida (Florida lottery officials) |
What happens next
The next Mega Millions drawing is Friday 30 October at 11pm ET.
Sources: Mega Millions winning numbers for $443M jackpot on Oct. 27
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