Lucky Number Trends: What Past $77M+ Mega Millions Winners Have in Common.
Winning the Mega Millions jackpot is a dream for many, and while it’s mostly luck, some intriguing trends have emerged among past winners who have taken home $77 million or more.
Many winners use personal lucky numbers, such as birthdays, anniversaries, or significant life events. Interestingly, numbers like 7, 11, 23, 32, and 45 have appeared frequently in past Mega Millions jackpots.
Statistically, about 70% of winners chose Quick Pick tickets, where numbers are randomly generated.
While many assume Friday the 13th is unlucky, some huge jackpots (including a $319M win in 2011) have been won on that date.
A surprising number of major Mega Millions winners purchased their tickets from small convenience stores rather than major chains.
Most winners who hit $77M+ jackpots were frequent players, meaning they had been buying tickets for months or even years before their big win.
Lottery pools, or syndicates, have won some of the biggest jackpots. A group of co-workers in New York won $437 million, proving that pooling resources can be a winning strategy.
While there’s no guaranteed formula for winning, past Mega Millions winners share some interesting patterns.