Iowa (IA) Lottery Results & Winning Numbers
Results Updated On:21 Dec 2024 (GMT)
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Iowa Lottery Drawing Schedule
All times shown are Central Time (GMT-6:00)| Game | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
| Pick 3 Midday | 12:20 | 12:20 | 12:20 | 12:20 | 12:20 | 12:20 | 12:20 |
| Pick 3 Evening | 22:00 | 22:00 | 22:00 | 22:00 | 22:00 | 22:00 | 22:00 |
| Pick 4 Midday | 12:20 | 12:20 | 12:20 | 12:20 | 12:20 | 12:20 | 12:20 |
| Pick 4 Evening | 22:00 | 22:00 | 22:00 | 22:00 | 22:00 | 22:00 | 22:00 |
| Lotto America | 21:15 | 21:15 | 21:15 | ||||
| Lucky for Life | 21:38 | 21:38 | 21:38 | 21:38 | 21:38 | 21:38 | 21:38 |
| Powerball | 21:59 | 21:59 | 21:59 | ||||
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Powerball Double Play
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21:59 | 21:59 | 21:59 | ||||
| Mega Millions | 22:00 | 22:00 |
About the Iowa Lottery
The Iowa Lottery came to life in 1985 at the Iowa State Fair. Revenue generated by the lottery is put back into the local community, with over $2 billion donated since its inception.
There are four main areas these proceeds go to today:
- Iowa Veterans Trust Fund;
- Iowa Public Safety Survivor Benefits Fund;
- State General Fund;
- Vision Iowa Program.
Iowa Lottery Rules
There are just a few rules that apply when purchasing an Iowa Lottery ticket:
- You must be 21 years of age or older;
- If you are below the age of 21, you can play and win lottery prizes if a parent or guardian signs the winning ticket and have completed claim form on your behalf after confirming your Iowa lottery results;
- Lottery tickets can also be purchased from retailers with a debit card, cash, or a check;
- You do not have to be a US citizen to play the lottery, but you may pay more tax on any lottery winnings.
Iowa Lottery Tickets
Customers can purchase lottery tickets from licensed retailers in Iowa. Draw-style games give you 365 days from the draw to claim your prize at Iowa lottery claim centers. The exceptions are Pick 3 and Pick 4 games, which, along with Scratch tickets, are only valid for 90 days.
Can I buy Iowa lottery tickets online?
IA lottery tickets cannot be bought online. However, you can create an ePayslip through the app to make purchasing quicker at the store. There is also lots of helpful information about games and prizes on their website.
Iowa Lottery Games and Drawing Schedule
Powerball
The Powerball is a nationwide game you can play alongside your fellow Americans every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 9:59pm. Players choose five white number balls from a possible 69 and one Powerball 1 to 26. The jackpot varies but is typically around the $200 million mark, making this a hugely exciting game costing just $2 a ticket. For an extra $1, you can add the Power Play option to apply a multiplier up to 10x to any non-jackpot winnings.
Mega Millions
Another Iowa Lottery game played all across the US is Mega Millions. Again, it’s $2 to play with the option of an extra $1 Megaplier. This time, the Megaplier offers a multiplier up to 5x for non-jackpot winnings. The jackpot is up for grabs for players who match five white ball numbers plus the Mega Ball. Draws are held on Tuesdays and Fridays at 10:00pm.
Lotto America
In Lotta America, players choose five numbers 1 to 52 plus a Star Ball 1 to 10. Tickets cost $1 and you can upgrade to a $2 All Star Bonus ticket. With Lotto America All-Star Bonus, if you match five white ball numbers your prize will be increased from $20,000 to $100,000. If your five numbers and the Star Ball come up, you’ll win the Lotto America jackpot instead, with an option of cash or annuity included.
Lucky for Life
A $2 ticket to Lucky for Life could land you the top prize of $1,000 a day for life. The top prize comes from matching five regular numbers and the Lucky Ball. For just the five regular numbers, lottery winners claim $25,000 a year for life. Lucky for Life draws take place daily and there are eight other ways to win, so there’s plenty to play for in this lottery.
Pick 3
Iowa’s Pick 3 is a twice daily lottery game that launched in 1998. Pick 3 offers some versatility to players as there are five ways to wager your three chosen numbers:
- Straight
- Box
- Straight/Box
- Front Pair
- Back Pair
If you miss the midday drawing, you can get involved in the evening draw around 10:00pm each day.
Pick 4
Pick 4 works in the same way as Pick 3 but offers larger prizes as there are more number combinations available. Players choose four numbers up to 9 and can purchase up to 16 consecutive drawings per ticket.
How to Claim a Lottery Prize in Iowa
Lucky winners of Iowa Lottery games can claim prizes up to $600 at licensed state retailers. Prizes above $250,000 must be claimed in person from Clive’s Iowa Lottery headquarters office.
The other option for claiming lottery prizes in Iowa is by mail. Follow the steps below to cash in your winning ticket:
- Sign the back of your ticket and fill out the requested information;
- If you are a minor, your parent or guardian must also sign the ticket;
- If you have won $100 or more, complete the Winner Claim Form plus Federal Form W-9 if you are a US citizen. Non-US citizens should attach the W-8BEN form instead;
- If your prize is more than $600, you’ll also need to include a valid ID in the mail;
- Mail these together to Iowa Lottery, 13001 University Ave, Clive IA 50325-8225.
Notable Winners of Iowa Lotteries
Lucky winners of the Iowa Lottery make history every day. Here are some recent notable winners:
- Council Bluff’s Bradford Barnes matched four white balls plus the Powerball in October 2021, after picking up a ticket at Hy-Vee. As he also added the Power Play, his lottery winnings came to an impressive $100,000. In fact, Barnes hadn’t even realised he’d won until he went to buy another ticket the following week;
- It was even longer before Michael Pietz in Adel realised he’d won the $25,000 a year for life prize from Lucky for Life. He carried a winning ticket in his wallet for weeks before finding out he’d won this staggering prize, becoming the 12th person from Iowa to do so;
- Elvis Islamovic from Grimes picked up a Fiesta! scratch ticket at the Git-N-Go and won a handsome $100,000 prize. His boss even gave him the day off when he found out the good news at their car dealership.
Iowa Lottery Scratch Games
Iowa players who enjoy the possibility of instant wins love the range of scratch games available. Ticket prices range from $1 up to $30 with various themes and formats available including Colossal Crossword, Word Match, and Roll the Dice. Up to $300,000 is up for grabs on the higher-paying games.
Similar games include InstaPlay, which is another instant game but without the scratch element. InstaPlay offers a progressive jackpot that increases until someone wins. Further, Pull-tab games dispensed from vending machines require players to match symbols to win instant prizes.
Iowa Lottery Second Chances – What is Second Chance?
The closest thing to a Second Chance draw with the Iowa Lottery is the Play It Again promotions. Like with most Second Chance games, Play It Again lets you enter non-winning scratch games into another chance to win.
How Does Second Chance Work for the IA. Lottery?
Play It Again promotions at the Iowa Lottery don’t just include cash but other great prizes too, like a 90-second shopping spree.
To enter Play It Again:
- Join the VIP Club at the Iowa Lottery. The VIP Club is free and gives you entry to these promotions;
- Download the Iowa Lottery mobile app for the easiest way to enter;
- Use the app to scan your non-winning scratch ticket and enter the new draw.
These promotions are updated every few months so it’s best to check in with the app to see what the current offer is.
Information on the Iowa Lottery
Iowa Lottery Office
The Iowa Lottery Headquarters is located at:
- 13001 University Ave, Clive IA 50325-8225
There are also three regional offices in Cedar Rapids, Mason City, and Storm Lake.
- 2345, Blairs Ferry Rd NE, Cedar Rapids IA 52402-1918
- 2900 4th St SW, Mason City IA 50401-1531
- 822 Flindt Dr, Storm Lake IA 50588-3205
Iowa Lottery Customer Support
If you have any queries, there are a few different ways you can contact Iowa Lottery customer support:
- Contact form on the website
- FAQs section
- Iowa Lottery Headquarters telephone: 515.725.7900
Iowa Lottery Social Accounts
You can also follow the Iowa Lottery on social media to keep up-to-date with the latest news:
Iowa Lottery Apps and Technology
Download the official Iowa Lottery mobile app to your mobile or tablet to bring all the info you need to within the click of a button. You can download the app to Android and iOS devices from the Google Play and Apple app stores respectively.
The Iowa Lottery App has the following key features:
- Check your lotto, InstaPlay and scratch tickets to see your prizes;
- Access the free VIP club to take part in Play It Again promotions;
- Get all the latest information about new games, jackpots and winning numbers;
- Create ePayslips to take to your retailer for purchasing tickets.
Iowa Tax Information
If you win more than $600 in a lottery prize, the law states that a 5% state tax must be withheld. Prizes of more than $5,000 are subject to an additional 24% federal tax. These figures are similar to the tax laws for lottery prizes in other US states.
Iowa Lottery FAQs
Are Iowa Lottery rules different if you play online?
Since Iowa Lottery games cannot be played online, there is only one set of rules to worry about. We’ve laid out the relevant rules earlier on in this article.
How do I know lotteries listed on Lottery Critic are legitimate?
We get our information directly from the lotteries themselves and consistently check the latest numbers and jackpots to ensure we provide you with the correct information.
How long does it take to receive your prize if you win the Iowa Lottery?
Prizes up to $600 can be claimed straight away from a retailer if they have the funds available. If you claim via mail, the process usually takes around 14 days.
