Iowa Lottery

Can I remain anonymous if I win the lottery in Iowa?

No, the names of winners, prize amounts, and area of residence are considered public record in Iowa.

How much is the IA Lottery today?

You can find the latest IA Lottery jackpot amounts for all of your favorite games here on the Lottery.com Iowa Lottery Jackpots page.

How much will I pay in taxes if I win the IA Lottery?

Prizes of $600 or more are subject to state tax withholdings of 5%. Prizes greater than $5,000 are subject to the 5% state tax plus a 24% federal tax withholding.

How long does it take to receive IA Lottery winnings?

Prizes up to $600 can be redeemed at any authorized retailer. For prizes over $1 million, it typically takes three business days to process the claim from the time the claim is received, but please allow at least two weeks to make sure the claim is received.

Can I buy an IA Lottery ticket online?

At this time, tickets must be purchased at an authorized retailer.

The Iowa Lottery began in 1985 and the first tickets went on sale in August of that year. Proceeds from the Iowa Lottery go towards supporting a number of causes within the state, including veteran support, the CLEAN (environment, agriculture, natural resources) Fund, and the state general fund. This means that monies brought in by the lottery, more than $2 billion to date, have been used in a variety of ways, including the support of research at Iowa's public universities, developing new products and techniques for agriculture, and promoting state tourism.

To learn more about the Iowa Lottery please visit the official website.