Tristate Megabucks Plus
Latest draw · Monday, May 18, 2026
Tristate Megabucks Plus Tax Calculator
See what you'd really take home from a Tristate Megabucks Plus prize after federal and Vermont state tax — as a lump sum or a 30-year annuity.
- Prize (lump-sum cash)
- $1,000,000
- Federal tax
- − $328,188
- State tax (Vermont · 8.75%)
- − $87,500
- Net take-home
- $584,312
Estimate only — uses single-filer federal brackets and Vermont's top lottery-withholding rate. Actual tax depends on your total income, filing status and deductions. Not tax advice.
Tristate Megabucks Plus tax FAQ
How much tax do you pay on a Tristate Megabucks Plus jackpot in Vermont?
On a $1,000,000 Tristate Megabucks Plus jackpot taken as a lump sum, you'd pay about $328,188 in federal tax and $87,500 in Vermont state tax, leaving roughly $584,312.
Does Vermont tax Tristate Megabucks Plus lottery winnings?
Yes — Vermont withholds about 8.75% in state tax on Tristate Megabucks Plus winnings, on top of federal tax.
Should I take the Tristate Megabucks Plus lump sum or annuity?
The lump sum pays a smaller, discounted amount now with full control; the 30-year annuity pays the full advertised jackpot spread over time and can keep you in lower yearly tax brackets. The best choice depends on your goals and tax situation.