If you match 4 numbers in Mega Millions, you win $500.
Matching four of the main white ball numbers in the Mega Millions lottery game, without matching the Mega Ball, awards a fixed prize of $500. This prize is a standard payout within the Mega Millions prize structure for this specific combination.
Here's a general overview of some of the prize tiers in Mega Millions:
| Match | Win | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| 5 numbers | $1,000,000 | 1:12,607,306 |
| 4 numbers plus the Mega ball | $10,000 | 1:931,001 |
| 4 numbers | $500 | 1:38,792 |
This payout for matching 4 numbers represents a significant win and is a key part of the game's prize distribution, offering a substantial reward for accurately selecting several numbers.
