When it comes to chasing that dream of hitting it big, the New York Lottery keeps the excitement alive every single day. Whether you’re into daily draws or those life-changing jackpots, there’s a game to suit just about everyone’s style. From Cash4Life to Win 4, Take 5, Numbers, Pick 10, and the classic New York Lotto, players across the state (and beyond) have plenty of chances to test their luck.
The Big One: Cash4Life
If you’ve ever imagined collecting a paycheck from the lottery for the rest of your life, Cash4Life might just be your game. This multi-state lottery is played in 10 states and has one of the most exciting top prizes in the country:
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$1,000 a day for life (yep, every single day!)
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Or, if you’d rather, a lump sum of $7 million.
Drawings happen daily at 9 p.m. EST, and tickets are just $2 a play. In New York, you can grab your ticket up until 8:45 p.m. before the drawing closes.
Odds & Prizes That Keep You Dreaming
While the odds may be long, the prizes are tempting. Here’s a quick snapshot of what Cash4Life players are chasing:
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5 numbers + Cash Ball → $1,000/day for life (1 in 21,846,048)
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5 numbers → $1,000/week for life (1 in 7,282,016)
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4 numbers + Cash Ball → $2,500 (1 in 79,440)
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4 numbers → $500 (1 in 26,480)
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3 numbers + Cash Ball → $100 (1 in 1,471)
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And even just the Cash Ball combo can score you small wins starting at $2.
Overall odds of landing a prize? About 1 in 7.76. Not bad for a $2 ticket.
Other Games New Yorkers Love
But Cash4Life isn’t the only game in town. If you’re into more frequent action, the New York Lottery has plenty of options:
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Win 4: Drawn twice daily at 2:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.
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Take 5: Another twice-daily draw with fun payouts.
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Numbers: A classic pick game, also drawn midday and evening.
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Pick 10: A larger pool of numbers and plenty of chances to hit.
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New York Lotto: The big, bold draw that happens on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Each of these games has its own flavor, odds, and payout structure, which is why so many people rotate between them depending on their mood.
The Latest Winning Numbers
Here are some of the latest draws that had players checking their tickets:
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Win 4: Midday – 5-8-6-7 | Evening – 1-0-7-0
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Take 5: Midday – 09-11-19-25-36 | Evening – 05-22-23-35-39
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Numbers: Midday – 6-2-6 | Evening – 5-0-8
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Cash4Life: 16-21-36-42-50, Cash Ball: 02
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Pick 10: 01-07-10-20-25-27-29-36-41-49-55-59-60-63-70-72-75-77-78-79
Where to Get Your Ticket
It’s still easy to buy tickets the old-school way—gas stations, corner stores, supermarkets, even some airport kiosks. But now, thanks to digital lottery couriers like Jackpocket, you don’t even have to leave the couch. With the app, you can:
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Choose your game and numbers
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Place your order
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View your actual ticket
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And collect winnings—all from your phone or computer
In fact, Jackpocket is available not just in New York, but across multiple states and even territories, including places like New Jersey, Colorado, Minnesota, Puerto Rico, Washington D.C., and many more.
Why People Love the Lottery
At the end of the day, the lottery is about more than just winning. It’s about the thrill of possibility—the moment you check your numbers and imagine what life would look like if they matched. Some play for the giant jackpots, while others enjoy the smaller, steady games that give frequent chances to win.
And while not everyone walks away with a jackpot, every drawing brings a story, a dream, and a little bit of excitement to everyday life.
So, if you’re feeling lucky, grab your ticket—whether it’s at your corner store or with a tap on your phone. After all, you never know when New York’s next big winner might be you.
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