How Much Does It Cost to Play Mega Millions from Oregon?

While it may be easy to find the price of a standard Mega Millions ticket, the price could change quite a bit once you start utilizing different play options and going digital. We know it can be confusing, and that’s why we’ve created a guide to help you understand what influences the cost of your Mega Millions ticket, and how you can just as well save a pretty penny on them when you play smart!


What's the price of a Mega Millions ticket in Oregon?

Oregonian lottery players have been able to play for Mega Millions's billion-dollar jackpots since March of 2010, with Oreon becoming the 38th state to participate in the game. The cost of a standard Mega Millions ticket from a licensed retailer in the state of Oregon will set you back $2.00. This price of a Mega Millions ticket is the same across all participating states.

What can change the price of a Mega Millions ticket?

Mega Millions offers two play options that customers can add to their standard tickets upon purchase at an additional cost. The Mega Millions Megaplier is a non-jackpot prize multiplier available in participating states. The second option called “Just the Jackpot” gives players the option to purchase two tickets for a reduced price of $3 that participate exclusively towards the jackpot prize. This option is only available in some states, not including Oregon.

How does Megaplier affect Mega Millions ticket cost?

The Mega Millions Megaplier is an exciting add-on that can increase your second division prize to $2 million, and boost all other non-jackpot prizes by up to 10 times the original amount! Adding this to your ticket will bump up your ticket price by just $1, making the overall ticket cost $3.

If you're interested, you can learn more about how that money supports good causes Oregon.

Does Mega Millions cost more or less online?

If you’re considering going digital wth your lottery play, you might be wondering if the tickets will cost more than at a retailer, and if so, how much?

Online lottery courier services are independent of the state lottery, and must therefore charge a small service fee. This means that a standard Mega Millions entry will cost you a little more when you buy lottery tickets online. However, for the convenience and accessibility it affords, it’s definitely worth the extra few cents.

How to start saving on your Mega Millions tickets

how to start saving on your mega millions tickets

One of the best perks of playing with theLotter Oregon, besides the obvious accessibility and convenience, is the money-saving options that are available only when you take your lottery play online! So, now that you know how much a standard lottery ticket costs, see how you can get more bang for your buck when you play online!

Subscriptions

The humble subscription is a play option that automatically enters you into every draw, making purchasing tickets a breeze. When you subscribe to a lottery on theLotter Oregon, whether it be Mega Millions, Powerball or Oregon's Game Megabucks, you’re eligible to receive every 7th ticket 100% free of charge until you decide to unsubscribe!

Multi-Draw Package

If you want to benefit from the convenience of a subscription without the commitment, you might enjoy playing with a multi-draw package! theLotter Oregon offers bundles of 5, 10, 15, 25, and 52 consecutive draws with up to 10% off your total purchase! Just choose your lucky numbers and you're ready to order.

Pools

Utilizing group play is a great way to save on your Mega Millions tickets without the headache of organizing a poolon your own.

Instead of purchasing multiple tickets by yourself, pools work by forming a group of players who purchase tickets together to try to collectively beat the Mega Millions odds. In addition to saving tons of money, having multiple number combinations means that you can win from multiple prize categories!

Take your Mega Millions game online!

take your mega millions game online

With all the advantages of going digital, from the accessibility, and the numerous play options, to the fantastic online-only offers, purchasing your lottery tickets at theLotter Oregon is a choice that’s worth every penny!