Kentucky Lottery Results (KY)

To purchase any KY state lottery ticket you will need to visit an authorized retailer such as a local garage or convenience store. Here are the current ticket prices for each game:

Note: To purchase a lottery ticket and claim a prize you need to be at least 18 years of age. This however does not prohibit an adult purchasing a ticket for a minor as a gift.

Incorporating these tips and strategies into your KY lottery play can revitalize your approach and make the game even more enjoyable. Remember the lottery is primarily about fun and entertainment so enjoy the experience responsibly.

• Group Play: Forming a lottery pool with family, friends or coworkers will let you share costs and potentially multiply your chances of winning.
• Quick Picks: Letting the machine choose your numbers can add an element of surprise and broaden your number selection.
• Multi-State: Explore multi-state games like Powerball and Mega Millions for massive jackpots.
• Playing Abroad: If you're traveling, consider playing lotteries in other states as you never know where luck might strike.
• Calendar-Based: Some players choose significant dates like holidays or anniversaries.
• Budget Tracker Apps: These tools help you stay on top of your spending and maintain responsible play.
• Random Play: Occasionally change the days you play to bring fresh luck and prevent monotony.
• Lucky Charms: Some players have lucky charms or rituals they believe increase their chances.
• Lottery Forums: Sharing experiences and strategies with fellow players can be both informative and enjoyable.
• Retire Old Strategies: Don't hesitate to retire old strategies and explore new approaches.
• Positive Affirmations: Use affirmations and visualize your success as a positive mindset can enhance your gaming experience.

There are plenty of regular big winners across the KY lottery however details are often hard to come by as many choose to remain anonymous. Nevertheless we've found a few big winners to help inspire you on your next game:

• $1 million - Powerball - Louisville:
  The Kentucky Lottery reported a $1 million winner with a ticket matching the first five numbers but not the Powerball. Another four tickets sold in the Bluegrass matched four numbers and the Powerball (typically worth $50,000 each) however one of these lucky tickets had the winning numbers twice making it a $100,000 winner.
• $225,000 - Kentucky Lottery - Louisville:
  A woman from Louisville struck luck with a Kentucky Lottery scratch-off ticket. She wished to keep her identity private but shared that she was picking up a prescription when she decided to try her luck with two $10 Cash Double Doubler tickets.
• $224,000 - Bank Buster - Mason County:
  The family hopped in their car and headed to Kentucky Lottery HQ to claim their $224,000 prize. They intend to be responsible with their winnings using most of it to cover bills.
• $350,069 - Lucky 7’s Fast Play - Hoskinston:
  Tiffany Andro from Hoskinston bought a $10 Lucky 7’s Fast Play ticket at One Stop Market in her hometown. To her surprise she won $350,069. She had gone to the store with her fiancé's mom and decided to try her luck by purchasing the ticket.

You will be required to pay taxes on your KY lottery winnings and the amount withheld will vary according to the total prize amount along and your residency status. As a rule U.S. citizens will pay tax after the first $5,000 however non-U.S. residents will pay tax from a lower $600. This table explains more:

Note: Federal regulations require any prize over $600 be reported to the IRS.