Both U.S. lotteries offer massive jackpots, but there are key differences:
Draw Days:
- Powerball: Mon, Wed, Sat
- Mega Millions: Tue, Fri
Jackpot Size:
- Both start at $20 million, but Powerball more often exceeds $500 million
Odds of Winning:
- Powerball jackpot odds: 1 in 292.2 million
- Mega Millions jackpot odds: 1 in 302.6 million
Ticket Price:
- Both cost $2 per ticket ($3 with multiplier options)
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