LotteryNebraska Lottery Results, Rules & Tax Rate
Nebraska participates in Powerball, Mega Millions and other multi-state draw games. Here's the latest results plus what Nebraska winners owe in state tax.
Lottery tickets are sold in Nebraska
Nebraska withholds state tax on lottery winnings above $5,000.
5.0%
Applies on top of mandatory 24% federal withholding for prizes over $5,000. Use our tax calculator to estimate a specific jackpot.
Latest Results Available to Nebraska Players
Powerball
America's biggest multi-state jackpot game, drawn every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
Tuesday, FridayMega Millions
A multi-state jackpot game drawn every Tuesday and Friday, known for some of the largest jackpots in U.S. history.
dailyMillionaire for Life
A daily multi-state game with a top prize of $1 million a year for life, drawn every night. Launched February 22, 2026 as the replacement for Cash4Life and Lucky for Life.
Nebraska Lottery Tax FAQ
Does Nebraska tax lottery winnings?
Nebraska withholds state tax on lottery winnings above $5,000.
Where do I claim a prize in Nebraska?
Prizes are claimed through the official state lottery commission for the state where the ticket was purchased, not where the winner lives. Always check your specific state lottery's claim procedures and deadlines, which vary from 90 days to one year.