Wisconsin Lottery Tax Calculator
See what you'd actually keep from a Wisconsin lottery prize after federal and state taxes — Wisconsin withholds up to 7.65%, plus federal tax.
Wisconsin lottery take-home by jackpot size
Estimated net take-home after federal + 7.65% Wisconsin state tax.
| Advertised jackpot | Lump-sum take-home | Annuity total (30 yrs) | Effective tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,000,000 | $595,312 | $810,460 | 40% |
| $10,000,000 | $5,576,812 | $6,623,758 | 44% |
| $100,000,000 | $55,391,812 | $56,604,368 | 45% |
| $500,000,000 | $276,791,812 | $278,004,368 | 45% |
Estimates use single-filer federal brackets and Wisconsin's top lottery-withholding rate. Actual tax depends on your total income, filing status, deductions and residency. Not tax advice.
How Wisconsin lottery winnings are taxed
Lottery prizes are taxable income. Every winner pays federal tax — the IRS withholds 24% up front, and the true rate climbs to 37% on large prizes. On top of that, Wisconsin taxes lottery winnings at up to 7.65%. Taking the prize as a lump sum is taxed all in one year (pushing more into the top bracket); a 30-year annuity spreads the income out.
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Wisconsin lottery tax FAQ
Does Wisconsin tax lottery winnings?
Yes. Wisconsin taxes lottery winnings at up to 7.65%, on top of federal tax (progressive, up to 37%).
How much tax do you pay on a $1 million Wisconsin lottery prize?
On a $1,000,000 Wisconsin prize taken as a lump sum, you'd owe roughly $404,688 in combined federal and state tax (about 40%), leaving about $595,312 take-home.
Is it better to take a lump sum or annuity in Wisconsin?
A lump sum gives you the discounted cash value now; a 30-year annuity pays the full advertised jackpot in equal yearly installments. Either way Wisconsin's 7.65% state rate and federal tax apply; the annuity can keep more of each year's payment in lower brackets. Use the calculator above to compare.