the Mega Millions jackpot has soared to an astounding $800 million capturing the nation's attention with no winner in the latest draw excitement is building as Millions dream of winning big this jackpot is among the top 10 largest in US history the absence of a grand prize winner has led to this massive increase fueling anticipation for the next drawing winners face a choice a lump sum of approximately $ 383.51 years each option has its benefits and tax implications the odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are about 1 in 32.6 million despite these slim chances the Allure of such a prize keeps players hopeful even without the jackpot Mega Millions offer smaller prizes ranging from $2 to $1 million matching five white balls without the Mega Ball wins $1 million players select five numbers from 1 to 70 and one Mega Ball from 1 to 25 Quick Pick and Megaplier options are available tickets are sold in 45 States Washington DC and the US Virgin Islands purchase before the drawing at 11:00 p.m. eastern time on Tuesdays and Fridays