How to Play Lotto America

Lotto America is a multi-state US lottery with a smaller number pool than Powerball. You match five white balls plus one Star Ball. Here is how a ticket works, when drawings are held, and where to see odds and statistics. Educational and entertainment use only — this does not improve your chances of winning.

1. Fill out a ticket

Choose five white balls from 1–52 and one Star Ball from 1–10. You can pick the numbers or use a retailer Quick Pick. An optional All Star Bonus multiplies some non-jackpot prizes; it does not change the odds of matching the numbers.

2. Pay the ticket price

A standard Lotto America play is typically $1 in participating states, plus extra for All Star Bonus. Confirm the current price at an authorized retailer. LottoData does not sell tickets.

3. Know the drawing days

Lotto America drawings are held Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:15 p.m. Eastern Time. Sales often close about an hour before the draw; the exact cut-off depends on your state.

4. Check the winning numbers

After each draw, compare your ticket with the official winning numbers. Our Lotto America statistics page includes recent results, hot/cold counts, and a link to the prize-tier odds table.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do you play Lotto America?

Pick five numbers from 1–52 and one Star Ball from 1–10, buy a ticket from an authorized retailer, and match the drawing. Matching all six numbers wins the jackpot.

How does Lotto America work?

Five white balls are drawn from 1–52 and one Star Ball from 1–10. Prize tiers depend on how many white balls you match and whether the Star Ball matches. See the Lotto America odds table for all nine ways to win.

Are Lotto America odds better than Powerball?

Jackpot odds are much shorter — about 1 in 26 million vs about 1 in 292.2 million for Powerball — because the pools are smaller. Jackpots are typically smaller too, and a single ticket is still a long shot.

Disclaimer: This app is not affiliated with Powerball®, Mega Millions®, Lotto America®, or any official lottery organization. We do not sell lottery tickets. All information is educational/entertainment only and does not increase your chances of winning.