Mega Millions in Tennessee

What the jackpot is worth in Tennessee

Tennessee has no state income tax, so only federal tax applies. With the current $321 million estimate, taking the $131.1 million cash option leaves about $82,643,000 after federal and state taxes. With the annuity, the first payment comes to about $3,093,851 after taxes, and all 30 payments add up to about $203,729,992.

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Buying Mega Millions tickets in Tennessee

Yes. The state lottery sells draw-game tickets online to players located in Tennessee.

• Draw break begins at approximately 9:00 p.m. CT for Powerball and 9:45 p.m. CT for Mega Millions.
• Players must be 18 or older.

Claiming a Mega Millions prize in Tennessee

• Smaller prizes, up to $599, can be claimed at Tennessee lottery retailers.
• Prizes of $600 or more can be claimed at the Nashville Headquarters claim center or the district offices in Chattanooga, Knoxville and Memphis, or by mailing your signed ticket and claim form to P.O. Box 290636, Nashville, TN 37229-0636. Prizes of $200,000 or more are claimed at the Nashville Headquarters.
• Claim deadline: Within 180 days after the official winning draw date.
• Winners' names aren't secret: the Lottery releases a winner's name, home state and hometown when it receives an eligible request.

Details on the official Tennessee lottery site.

Questions about Mega Millions in Tennessee