Louisiana (LA) Pick 4 Lotto Results And Winning Numbers

Louisiana (LA) Pick 4 Lotto Past 30 Days Results

History and Overview

Louisiana Pick 4 is one of the most popular daily lottery games offered by the Louisiana Lottery Corporation. Launched to provide players with more ways to win than Pick 3, it allows participants to select four numbers and offers various play styles with multiple ways to win. Pick 4 draws occur twice daily, making it a fast-paced game with higher prize potentials compared to Pick 3.

How to Play

Playing Louisiana Pick 4 is easy and offers multiple bet types to suit different strategies and budgets:

1. Select Your Numbers

Players select four numbers from a range of 0 to 9.
You can choose your numbers manually or opt for a Quick Pick, which generates random numbers for you.

2. Choose Your Play Type

There are several ways to play Pick 4, each with different prize payouts and odds of winning:

Straight: Match all four numbers in the exact order they are drawn.
Box: Match the numbers in any order.
- 4-Way Box: For numbers with three identical digits (e.g., 1112), there are 4 possible combinations.
- 6-Way Box: For numbers with two identical pairs (e.g., 1122), there are 6 possible combinations.
- 12-Way Box: For numbers with two identical digits (e.g., 1123), there are 12 possible combinations.
- 24-Way Box: For numbers where all four digits are unique (e.g., 1234), there are 24 possible combinations.
Straight/Box: A combination of both Straight and Box plays, allowing you to win both ways.
Front Pair: Match the first two digits in the exact order drawn.
Back Pair: Match the last two digits in the exact order drawn.
Combo: This covers all possible combinations of the numbers you selected for a Straight win, meaning you play every possible arrangement of your numbers.

3. Ticket Cost

The cost to play depends on the play type:
- Straight or Box play starts at $0.50 or $1.
- Combo play costs more because it covers multiple possible combinations, with prices starting at $4 for a 24-way combo.

4. Multi-Draw Option

If you want to play the same numbers across multiple drawings, you can use the Multi-Draw option to enter your numbers for up to 14 consecutive draws on the same ticket.

Draw Times

Draw Days: Louisiana Pick 4 is drawn twice daily, every day of the week.
Draw Times:
- Daytime Draw: 1:00 PM (Central Time)
- Evening Draw: 9:59 PM (Central Time)
Ticket Sales Cut-Off Times:
- 12:30 PM for the daytime draw.
- 9:30 PM for the evening draw.

Prize Structure

The amount you can win in Louisiana Pick 4 depends on the play type and the wager amount. Here is a breakdown of potential payouts:

Straight: Match all four numbers in the exact order to win up to $5,000 for a $1 bet.
Box:
- 4-Way Box: Win up to $1,198 for a $1 wager.
- 6-Way Box: Win up to $800 for a $1 wager.
- 12-Way Box: Win up to $400 for a $1 wager.
- 24-Way Box: Win up to $200 for a $1 wager.
Straight/Box: Wins are based on the amount you wager and how your numbers match.
Combo: Since this covers every possible Straight combination, a $1 combo can win up to $5,000.

Odds of Winning

Your odds of winning depend on the play type:

Straight: 1 in 10,000.
4-Way Box: 1 in 2,500.
6-Way Box: 1 in 1,667.
12-Way Box: 1 in 833.
24-Way Box: 1 in 417.

Claiming Prizes

Prizes can be claimed based on the amount won:

Prizes up to $600: These can be claimed at any Louisiana Lottery retailer.
Prizes over $600: Must be claimed at a Louisiana Lottery office or by mail.

Larger prizes may require additional paperwork and can only be collected at Lottery Headquarters.

Tax Information

For winnings over $600, Louisiana requires players to report their winnings for tax purposes:

Federal Tax: A 24% federal withholding tax applies to winnings over $5,000.
State Tax: Louisiana imposes a 5% state tax on all lottery winnings over $600.

Responsible Gaming

The Louisiana Lottery Corporation promotes responsible gaming practices and provides resources such as the Louisiana Problem Gambling Helpline for players who may need assistance.

Multi-Draw and Advance Play

Players can opt to use the Multi-Draw option for up to 14 consecutive draws, allowing them to play the same numbers over multiple drawings without repurchasing a new ticket each time.

Conclusion

Louisiana Pick 4 provides a flexible and exciting way to play and win, with twice-daily draws and multiple ways to play and win. Whether you prefer playing for a Straight win or enjoy the flexibility of the Box or Combo options, Pick 4 offers something for every lottery enthusiast. With top prizes of up to $5,000 and affordable play options, it’s a lottery game that delivers excitement every day.

Louisiana Lottery Time Schedule

			(GMT-6:00)
Lottery	Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
Pick 3	9:59 PM	9:59 PM	9:59 PM	9:59 PM	9:59 PM	9:59 PM	9:59 PM
Pick 4	9:59 PM	9:59 PM	9:59 PM	9:59 PM	9:59 PM	9:59 PM	9:59 PM
Pick 5	9:59 PM	9:59 PM	9:59 PM	9:59 PM	9:59 PM	9:59 PM	9:59 PM
Easy 5				9:59 PM			9:59 PM
Lotto				9:59 PM			9:59 PM