Mississippi Lottery

Mississippi was one of just six states without a lottery until the legislature approved a bill in August 2018 to establish the Mississippi Lottery.

Lawmakers said it could take up to two years to launch the Mississippi Lottery, but the first scratch-off tickets went on sale in November 2019. The Mississippi Lottery recorded more than $2.5 million in ticket sales within the first 24 hours.

Initially, the MS Lottery offered instant win scratch-off games exclusively, but it added Powerball and Mega Millions in early 2020 after joining the Multi-State Lottery Association (MUSL).

Mississippi Online Lottery

The Mississippi Lottery does not yet offer online sales. The only way to buy Mississippi Lottery tickets is in person at authorized retailers like convenience stores, grocery stores, and even some casinos.

Players cannot buy Mississippi Lottery tickets online, but they can visit MSLottery.com to sign up for accounts and submit non-winning scratch-off tickets to enter second-chance drawings.

The Mississippi Lottery frequently holds second-chance drawings and issues dozens of prizes each year, so it’s worthwhile for regular players. Second-chance prizes tend to be significant, with numerous prizes worth $100,000 to $500,000 awarded annually.

Mississippi Lottery Games

  • Mega Jackpot Draw Games: Mega Millions, Powerball, and Lotto America
  • Daily Drawings: Cash 3, Cash 4, Mississippi Match 5, and Cash Pop
  • Scratch-Off Games: 80+ scratch tickets at prices ranging from $1 to $20

How to Claim Mississippi Lottery Prizes

The Mississippi Lottery offers three prize claim options based on the amount won:

  • Prizes under $600: Visit any Mississippi Lottery retailer for an instant cash payout
  • Prizes of $600 to $99,999: In person at the MS Lottery headquarters or via mail
  • Prizes of $100,000 or more: In person at the MS Lottery headquarters

To claim a prize in person, visit the Mississippi Lottery headquarters at:

Mississippi Lottery Corporation
1080 River Oaks Drive
Bldg. B-100
Flowood, MS 39232

To claim a prize by mail, send the following items by mail to the address listed below:

  • The original ticket
  • A completed MS Lottery claim form
  • Copy of a valid photo ID
  • Copy of documentation of your SSN

Mail claim address:

Mississippi Lottery Corporation
P.O. Box 321462
Flowood, MS 39232

Contact the Mississippi State Lottery

Players can contact the Mississippi Lottery via phone and e-mail:

  • E-mail: info@mslot.org
  • Phone: 601-487-1355

Mississippi Lottery FAQ

Players must be 21 or older to purchase tickets.

Yes. Players who win large MS Lottery jackpots may claim their prizes anonymously.

  • Scratch-offs: 90 days after the game’s announced end date
  • Draw games: 180 days after the draw date

Revenue raised by the lottery is earmarked so that the first $80 million supports roads and bridges, and any revenue over $80 million supports public education.