New Mexico Lottery

Q: Can you remain anonymous in New Mexico if you win the lottery?

Unfortunately, you cannot remain anonymous in the state ofNew Mexico. The lottery has public access to virtually all public recordsincluding records about Lottery prize winners. The Lottery will release awinner’s name, their city of residence and prize amount when requested.<o:p></o:p>

Q: How old do you have to be to play the NM Lottery?

You must be 18 years of age or older to play the NM lotteryand redeem lottery claims.<o:p></o:p>

Q: Do the proceeds from national lottery games go out of state?

The proceeds from the sale of all lottery games played inNew Mexico remain in the state and do not go out of state.<o:p></o:p>

Q: What happens if you win a big jackpot prize, and you pass away?

As per the New Mexico Lottery Act, prizes may be paid to adeceased winner’s estate or to a person designated by judicial order.<o:p></o:p>

Q: Has anyone in New Mexico won a big jackpot?

Yes, there have been several New Mexicans that have wonseveral millions of dollars by having winning tickets which can be <a href="https://www.nmlottery.com/winners/?sort_order=_sfm_winnings+desc+num" target="_blank">found here</a>. Thebiggest winner is Timothy Monte of Tohajiilee who won $4 million dollars on theNew Mexico Lottery Mega Millions on December 18, 2018, at Giant Station #25, 2930 Coors Blvd. NW Albuquerque<o:p></o:p>

Q: What are the hours of operation for the New Mexico Lottery?

The New Mexico Lottery's customer service center is openMonday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Mountain Time. Lottery retailersare open during their regular business hours.<o:p></o:p>

Q: Where can I buy lottery tickets in New Mexico?

Lottery tickets can be purchased from authorized retailersthroughout the state which can be found at gas stations, grocery stores, etc. <o:p></o:p>

Q: Can I purchase lottery tickets online in New Mexico?

No, lottery tickets can only be purchased in person fromauthorized retailers in the state.<o:p></o:p>

About New Mexico Lottery

On April 27, 1996, the New Mexico Lottery was born and became the 38th state to offer lottery in the United States. Back in 1994, New Mexico voters passed a public vote approving the formation of a Lottery and April 5 Governor Gary Johnson signs Senate Bill 853, creating the New Mexico Lottery Authority. The New Mexico Lottery Act went into effect on July 1, 1995, and the lottery shortly after.

100% of the proceeds from the NM lottery go to the Lottery Tuition Fund per the New Mexico Lottery Act. Currently, all funds are for higher education through the Legislative Lottery Scholarship program administered by the Higher Education Department.

The lottery offers scratch-off games, draw games including Powerball, Mega Millions, Roadrunner Cash, Lotto America, Pick 3 Plus, Pick 4 Plus and Fast Play.

In fiscal year 2022, the total net ticket sales were $136,873,587, a decrease of $18,011,316, or a 11.6% decrease. In fiscal year 2021, the total net ticket sales were $154,884,903, an increase of $27,831,742, or a 21.9% increase, compared to total net ticket sales of $127,053,161 in fiscal year 2020.

New Mexico Lottery Headquarters

4511 Osuna Rd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109

(North of the Studio 6 Motel)

Call (505) 342-7600 for more information.

TDD: (505) 342-7535

Customer service phone hours: Monday – Friday 8 am – 5 pm MST

Game	Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
Pick 3 Plus Day	1:00 p.m.	1:00 p.m.	1:00 p.m.	1:00 p.m.	1:00 p.m.	1:00 p.m.	1:00 p.m.
Pick 3 Plus Evening	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.
Pick 4 Plus Day	1:00 p.m.	1:00 p.m.	1:00 p.m.	1:00 p.m.	1:00 p.m.	1:00 p.m.	1:00 p.m.
Pick 4 Plus Evening	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.
Roadrunner Cash	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.
Powerball		8:59 p.m.		8:59 p.m.			8:59 p.m.
Mega Millions			9:00 p.m.			9:00 p.m.
Lotto America		9:15 p.m.		9:15 p.m.			9:15 p.m.
All times are in New Mexico local time.

Game	Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
Pick 3 Plus Day	1:00 p.m.	1:00 p.m.	1:00 p.m.	1:00 p.m.	1:00 p.m.	1:00 p.m.	1:00 p.m.
Pick 3 Plus Evening	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.
Pick 4 Plus Day	1:00 p.m.	1:00 p.m.	1:00 p.m.	1:00 p.m.	1:00 p.m.	1:00 p.m.	1:00 p.m.
Pick 4 Plus Evening	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.
Roadrunner Cash	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.	9:30 p.m.
Powerball		8:00 p.m.		8:00 p.m.			8:00 p.m.
Mega Millions			8:45 p.m.			8:45 p.m.
Lotto America		8:00 p.m.		8:00 p.m.			8:00 p.m.
All times are in New Mexico local time.

Prize	Options
$600 or less	Option 1 Claim at any local retailer.
Option 2 Claim by mail.
$601 to $99,999	Option 1 Claim at the New Mexico Lottery Headquarters.
Option 2 Claim by mail.
$100,000 or more	Claim in person at the New Mexico Lottery Headquarters.

New Mexico Lottery tax withholdings on winnings for U.S. citizens or residents
Winnings	Tax	Percentage
Over $5,000	State Tax	6%
Federal Tax	24%
		Total: 30%

New Mexico Lottery tax withholdings on winnings for non-U.S. citizens or non-residents
Winnings	Tax	Percentage
Over $5,000	State Tax	6%
Federal Tax	30%
		Total: 36%

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can you remain anonymous in New Mexico if you win the lottery?

Unfortunately, you cannot remain anonymous in the state of New Mexico. The lottery has public access to virtually all public records including records about Lottery prize winners. The Lottery will release a winner’s name, their city of residence and prize amount when requested.

How old do you have to be to play the NM Lottery?

You must be 18 years of age or older to play the NM lottery and redeem lottery claims.

Do the proceeds from national lottery games go out of state?

The proceeds from the sale of all lottery games played in New Mexico remain in the state and do not go out of state.

How much lottery tax do I pay in New Mexico?

The lottery is required by law to report any prize over $600 and to withhold state taxes at the current rate of 6% and federal taxes at the rate of 24% from any prize over $5,000.

What happens if you win a big jackpot prize, and you pass away?

As per the New Mexico Lottery Act, prizes may be paid to a deceased winner’s estate or to a person designated by judicial order.

Has anyone in New Mexico won a big jackpot?

Yes, there have been several New Mexicans that have won several millions of dollars by having winning tickets which can be found here. The biggest winner is Timothy Monte of Tohajiilee who won $4 million dollars on the New Mexico Lottery Mega Millions on December 18, 2018, at Giant Station #25, 2930 Coors Blvd. NW Albuquerque

How long do I have to claim a lottery prize?

All New Mexico Lottery prizes must be claimed within 90 days from the date of the drawing or the end date of a Scratcher game or the first business day after the 90th day if the Lottery is not open.

How do I claim a prize?

There are several ways you can claim your lottery winnings.

Always make sure you sign the back of your so only you can claim it. Lottery tickets are bearer instruments meaning that if someone found an unclaimed ticket, they could claim it and collect the winnings. All drawing game prizes must be claimed within 90 days from the date of the drawing or the first business day after the 90th day if the Lottery is not open for business.

All Scratcher prizes must be claimed within 90 days of the announced end of game or the first business day after the 90th day if the Lottery is not open for business.

To claim a prize of:

$100,000+: must be claimed in person at Lottery headquarters.

$601 – $99,999: must be claimed at Lottery headquarters or mailed with a completed claim form

What are the hours of operation for the New Mexico Lottery?

The New Mexico Lottery's customer service center is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Mountain Time. Lottery retailers are open during their regular business hours.

Where can I buy lottery tickets in New Mexico?

Lottery tickets can be purchased from authorized retailers throughout the state which can be found at gas stations, grocery stores, etc.

Can I purchase lottery tickets online in New Mexico?

No, lottery tickets can only be purchased in person from authorized retailers in the state.

What happens if I lose my winning New Mexico lottery ticket?

If a lottery ticket is lost, stolen, or damaged, the NM Lottery is not responsible. It is the lottery player's responsibility to sign the back of the lottery ticket and keep it in a safe and secure location. If anyone find a winning unsigned ticket, they can sign it and claim it.

What happens if I win a prize in New Mexico, and I am not a resident of the state?

If you win a lottery jackpot or lottery prize by matching the winning numbers and you are not a resident of New Mexico, you are still eligible to claim prizes from the New Mexico Lottery. However, you are subject to state and federal taxes on their winnings.

How are the proceeds from the state lottery used?

The proceeds from the lottery are used to fund public education in the state of New Mexico. The proceeds are used to supplement New Mexico’s educational programs, including the construction and maintenance of school facilities, the purchase of instructional materials, and the support of educational technology.

When do winning lottery results come out?

Powerball Drawings are held Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 8:59 pm Mountain Time (MT). You can buy Powerball tickets with the optional Powerplay until 8:00 pm for that night’s drawing.
Mega Millions Drawings are held Tuesdays and Fridays at 9:00 pm MT. Mega Millions tickets with the optional Megaplier can be purchased until 8:45 pm MT for that night’s drawing.
Lotto America Drawings are held Wednesday and Saturday evenings at approximately 9:15 pm MT. Tickets can be purchased until 8:00 pm for that night’s drawing.
Roadrunner Cash Drawings are held Sunday through Saturday at approximately 9:30 pm MT. Tickets can be purchased until 9:30 pm for that night’s drawing.
Pick 3 Plus Drawings are held twice daily Sunday through Saturday at approximately 1:00 pm and 9:30 pm MT. Tickets can be purchased until 1:00 pm MT for the Day Drawing and until 9:30 pm MT for the Evening Drawing.
Pick 4 Plus Drawings are held twice daily Sunday through Saturday at approximately 1:00 pm and 9:30 pm MT. Tickets can be purchased until 1:00 pm MT for the Day Drawing and until 9:30 pm MT.