🌽 Nebraska Lottery: Small-Town Wins, Statewide Impact Since launching in 1993, the Nebraska Lottery has offered residents and visitors a shot at big winnings while supporting essential state programs. From quick daily draws to multimillion-dollar national jackpots, Nebraskans have plenty of options—and every ticket contributes to the public good. Unlike some states, Nebraska does not currently offer online, phone, or mail ticket purchases. All tickets must be bought in person from authorized retailers. However, you can purchase tickets for multiple advanced draws—up to 84 consecutive draws for daily games like Pick 3 and MyDaY. 🎟️ Nebraska Lottery Games Nebraska offers a strong mix of in-state and multi-state games: Pick 3 – Choose three numbers from 0–9. Daily draws with prizes up to $600. Pick 5 – Select 5 numbers from 1–40. Jackpots start at $50,000 and can grow quickly. MyDaY – A unique date-based game where players pick a month, day, and year. 2by2 – Match 2 red and 2 white numbers to win up to $22,000 daily. Lucky for Life – Win $1,000/day for life or $25,000/year for life. Lotto America – Multi-state game with lower odds than Powerball and jackpots starting at $2 million. Powerball & Mega Millions – The most popular U.S. lottery games, with jackpots often exceeding $100 million. 🕐 Draw Schedule All games are drawn nightly: Most games like Pick 3, Pick 5, MyDaY: 10:00 p.m. CT Powerball: 9:59 p.m. Mega Millions: 10:00 p.m. Lucky for Life: 9:38 p.m. Lotto America: 9:15 p.m. 2by2: 9:59 p.m. 💼 Claiming Your Prize You can claim your prize starting 5:00 a.m. the next day after the draw. Claim Options: $500 or less: Redeem at any authorized retailer, claim center, or by mail. $501–$19,999: Claim by mail or visit any regional claim center. $20,000 or more: Claim only at the Nebraska Lottery Headquarters in Lincoln. To claim by mail, send the signed ticket, completed claim form, and a copy of valid ID to: Nebraska Lottery Prize Claim P.O. Box 95145 Lincoln, NE 68509-5145 💰 Taxes on Nebraska Lottery Prizes U.S. Citizens/Residents: State tax: 5% Federal tax: 24% Total withheld: 29% (on prizes over $5,000) Non-U.S. Citizens: State tax: 5% Federal tax: 30% Total withheld: 35% 🎓 Where the Money Goes Since 2004, proceeds from the Nebraska Lottery have supported: Nebraska Education Improvement Fund Nebraska Environmental Trust Compulsive Gamblers Assistance Fund Nebraska State Fair So every ticket helps fund education, environmental sustainability, addiction assistance, and the iconic Nebraska State Fair. 🔐 Privacy & Anonymity Nebraska does not allow lottery winners to remain anonymous. If you win: Your name, city of residence, and prize amount are made public. However, your contact details and address remain private. Consider using a trust (consult a lawyer) for greater privacy when claiming large prizes.

🌽 Nebraska Lottery: Small-Town Wins, Statewide Impact

🌽 Nebraska Lottery: Small-Town Wins, Statewide Impact

Since launching in 1993, the Nebraska Lottery has offered residents and visitors a shot at big winnings while supporting essential state programs. From quick daily draws to multimillion-dollar national jackpots, Nebraskans have plenty of options—and every ticket contributes to the public good.

Unlike some states, Nebraska does not currently offer online, phone, or mail ticket purchases. All tickets must be bought in person from authorized retailers. However, you can purchase tickets for multiple advanced draws—up to 84 consecutive draws for daily games like Pick 3 and MyDaY.

🎟️ Nebraska Lottery Games

Nebraska offers a strong mix of in-state and multi-state games:

  • Pick 3 – Choose three numbers from 0–9. Daily draws with prizes up to $600.

  • Pick 5 – Select 5 numbers from 1–40. Jackpots start at $50,000 and can grow quickly.

  • MyDaY – A unique date-based game where players pick a month, day, and year.

  • 2by2 – Match 2 red and 2 white numbers to win up to $22,000 daily.

  • Lucky for Life – Win $1,000/day for life or $25,000/year for life.

  • Lotto America – Multi-state game with lower odds than Powerball and jackpots starting at $2 million.

  • Powerball & Mega Millions – The most popular U.S. lottery games, with jackpots often exceeding $100 million.

🕐 Draw Schedule

All games are drawn nightly:

  • Most games like Pick 3, Pick 5, MyDaY: 10:00 p.m. CT

  • Powerball: 9:59 p.m.

  • Mega Millions: 10:00 p.m.

  • Lucky for Life: 9:38 p.m.

  • Lotto America: 9:15 p.m.

  • 2by2: 9:59 p.m.

💼 Claiming Your Prize

You can claim your prize starting 5:00 a.m. the next day after the draw.

Claim Options:

  • $500 or less: Redeem at any authorized retailer, claim center, or by mail.

  • $501–$19,999: Claim by mail or visit any regional claim center.

  • $20,000 or more: Claim only at the Nebraska Lottery Headquarters in Lincoln.

To claim by mail, send the signed ticket, completed claim form, and a copy of valid ID to:

Nebraska Lottery Prize Claim
P.O. Box 95145
Lincoln, NE 68509-5145

💰 Taxes on Nebraska Lottery Prizes

U.S. Citizens/Residents:

  • State tax: 5%

  • Federal tax: 24%

  • Total withheld: 29% (on prizes over $5,000)

Non-U.S. Citizens:

  • State tax: 5%

  • Federal tax: 30%

  • Total withheld: 35%

🎓 Where the Money Goes

Since 2004, proceeds from the Nebraska Lottery have supported:

  • Nebraska Education Improvement Fund

  • Nebraska Environmental Trust

  • Compulsive Gamblers Assistance Fund

  • Nebraska State Fair

So every ticket helps fund education, environmental sustainability, addiction assistance, and the iconic Nebraska State Fair.

🔐 Privacy & Anonymity

Nebraska does not allow lottery winners to remain anonymous. If you win:

  • Your name, city of residence, and prize amount are made public.

  • However, your contact details and address remain private.

  • Consider using a trust (consult a lawyer) for greater privacy when claiming large prizes.

FAQ: 🧾 Nebraska Lottery 

1. Can I buy Nebraska Lottery tickets online or over the phone?

No. Tickets must be bought in person at an authorized retailer.

2. What games can I play in Nebraska?

Pick 3, Pick 5, MyDaY, 2by2, Lucky for Life, Lotto America, Powerball, Mega Millions.

3. How old do I have to be to play?

You must be 19 years or older to play or claim prizes in Nebraska.

4. Can I remain anonymous if I win?

No. Your name, city, and prize are public—but your address and contact info are not.

5. Are winnings taxable?

Yes. Nebraska withholds 5% state tax and 24% federal (or 30% for non-U.S. residents) on prizes over $5,000.

6. How long do I have to claim my prize?

You have 180 days from the draw date.

7. What happens if I lose my winning ticket?

Lost, damaged, or stolen tickets cannot be replaced. Always sign the back immediately to protect your claim.

8. Can I purchase tickets in advance?

Yes. Advance draws are available for up to 84 draws for daily games and up to 28 draws for 2by2.

9. How can I claim a prize by mail?

Mail the signed ticket, ID copy, and claim form to the Lincoln headquarters. Keep a copy for your records.

10. Can non-residents play Nebraska Lottery games?

Yes! Visitors can buy tickets in Nebraska, but must return to claim or mail in their winnings.

11. Are claim centers open every day?

No. Claim centers are open Monday–Friday. Hours vary by location.

12. What happens to unclaimed prizes?

Unclaimed winnings are returned to the state and used to support public programs or increase future prizes.

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