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Lucky for Life
Lucky for Life
Lucky for Life
How to Play
Step-by-step instructions for playing Lucky for Life, including number selection, draw format, and what to confirm before you buy a ticket.
Select five white ball numbers from 1 to 48 and one Lucky Ball number from 1 to 18.
Choose your numbers manually or use a Quick Pick for random selections.
Each play costs $2.
Drawings are held daily at 9:30 PM Central Time.
Match all six numbers to win the top prize of $1,000 per day for life.
Key Tip
Use Quick Pick Generator for fast random picks for Lucky for Life.
Pricing
Base ticket cost, optional add-ons, and the per-play pricing details that matter before you purchase Lucky for Life.
Base Ticket
$2 per play
Drawing Schedule
Official drawing times and sales cutoff deadlines for Lucky for Life. Use this section when you need the exact draw schedule, not just the latest result.
| Day | Sales Cutoff Time | Drawing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Daily | 9:30 PM ET | 10:38 PM ET |
All times shown in ET timezone. Buy before sales cutoff to enter that drawing.
Prize Structure
Prize tiers, top payout details, and winning odds for Lucky for Life, from the highest prize through the lower match levels.
Understanding odds: Lower “1 in X” numbers indicate better statistical chances.
Results vs. predictions
This page is for the latest USA Lucky for Life results and winning numbers. Looking for entertainment-based predictions for the next draw? Open the Lucky for Life prediction page.
Everything you need to know about playing Lucky for Life in USA
Playing Lucky for Life is straightforward. You'll pick 5 numbers from 1 to 48, then add one Lucky Ball from 1 to 18. Can't decide? Go with Quick Pick and let the terminal choose random numbers for you. Drawings happen every day at 22:38:00 ET, and you win by matching numbers to the drawn results. The more you match, the bigger your prize. Match all 5 plus the Lucky Ball, and you've hit the jackpot.
Visit any authorized USA Lottery retailer, most convenience stores, gas stations, and grocery stores sell tickets. Tell the clerk you want Lucky for Life, or use a self-service terminal if available. You can pick your own numbers or ask for Quick Pick. Tickets cost $2.00 per play. Make sure to buy before the sales cutoff, which is 21:30:00 ET on drawing days. Always check your ticket before leaving the store.
USA doesn't currently allow online lottery purchases. You'll need to visit an authorized retailer in person to buy Lucky for Life tickets. This keeps all purchases secure and ensures proper age verification. Some players use courier services from other states, but you must be physically present in that state to purchase. For now, buying at retail locations remains the only legal option for USA residents.
A standard Lucky for Life ticket costs $2.00 per play. Want more chances? Buy multiple plays on one ticket. Most retailers accept cash and debit cards. The minimum purchase is one play.
Lucky for Life draws every day at 22:38:00 ET. Sales close at 21:30:00 ET before each drawing. You can buy tickets for the next drawing up until the cutoff. Miss the cutoff? Your ticket automatically enters the following drawing. Results are usually available within minutes after the draw on the official lottery website.
The odds of hitting the Lucky for Life jackpot are 1 in 29,201,338. That's tough, sure, but you've got 7 ways to win. Matching 2 numbers offers much better odds at 1 in 20.
Yes, Lucky for Life is a multi-state lottery game played across multiple participating states. That's why jackpots get so large, millions of players from multiple states buy tickets. Bigger player pool means bigger prizes.
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