Maine (ME) Pick 3 Day Past 30 Days Results
Maine (ME) Pick 3 Night Past 30 Days Results
History and Overview
Maine Pick 3 is one of the daily draw games offered by the Maine State Lottery, providing a fun and simple way for players to win by picking three-digit numbers. Launched to provide a game with quick results and frequent draws, Pick 3 allows players to choose different ways to play, with various combinations to increase their chances of winning.
How to Play
Playing Maine Pick 3 is straightforward, and players can customize how they want to play their numbers.
1. Select Your Numbers
- Pick three digits from 000 to 999.
- You can either choose your numbers manually or use the Quick Pick option to have the system generate random numbers for you.
2. Choose Your Play Type
Players can select from several play types to match their preferences for how numbers can be drawn:
- Straight: Match the numbers in the exact order drawn.
- Box: Match the numbers in any order.
- 3-Way Box: Two of the digits are the same, and one is different (e.g., 112).
- 6-Way Box: All three digits are different (e.g., 123).
- Straight/Box: Split your bet—half goes toward a straight play, and the other half toward a box play.
- Combo: Cover all possible combinations of your three digits. This is like placing multiple straight bets.
- Front Pair/Back Pair: Play the first two digits (Front Pair) or the last two digits (Back Pair) of your number and match them in exact order.
3. Choose Your Wager
- The wager amount can be $0.50 or $1 per play. Higher wagers increase potential payouts.
4. Select Your Draw Time
Maine Pick 3 offers two daily draws:
- Midday Draw: 1:10 PM (Eastern Time)
- Evening Draw: 6:50 PM (Eastern Time)
Players can choose to play for either draw or both draws on the same day.
5. Multi-Draw Option
- Players can opt to play their selected numbers for up to 14 consecutive draws using the Multi-Draw feature.
Draw Times
Maine Pick 3 holds two draws every day:
- Midday Draw: Held at 1:10 PM.
- Evening Draw: Held at 6:50 PM.
Tickets must be purchased before the cutoff time, which is five minutes before each draw.
Prize Structure
The prize amount you win depends on the play type you choose, the amount you wager, and how your numbers match the drawn numbers.
Prize Amounts for a $1 Wager:
- Straight: Win $500 by matching all three digits in the exact order.
- 3-Way Box: Win $160 by matching any order of a number with two identical digits (e.g., 112).
- 6-Way Box: Win $80 by matching any order of a number with three different digits (e.g., 123).
- Straight/Box: If you match the number in exact order, you win both the straight and box prize. If you match the number in any order, you win only the box prize.
- Combo: This functions like multiple straight bets. The total cost is higher depending on the number of possible combinations.
- Front/Back Pair: Win $50 by matching the first or last two digits in exact order.
Prize Amounts for a $0.50 Wager:
- Straight: Win $250.
- 3-Way Box: Win $80.
- 6-Way Box: Win $40.
- Front/Back Pair: Win $25.
Odds of Winning
The odds of winning depend on the play type:
- Straight: 1 in 1,000.
- 3-Way Box: 1 in 333.
- 6-Way Box: 1 in 167.
- Front/Back Pair: 1 in 100.
Claiming Prizes
Players can claim their prizes based on the amount won:
- Prizes up to $599: Can be claimed at any Maine Lottery retailer.
- Prizes of $600 or more: Must be claimed at a Maine Lottery office or through mail.
Tax Information
For winnings over $600, taxes are applied:
- Federal Tax: A 24% federal tax is withheld for winnings over $5,000.
- State Tax: A 5% state tax is withheld for all winnings over $600.
Jackpot Payout
There is no rolling jackpot in Maine Pick 3. The maximum prize is $500 for a $1 straight bet.
Responsible Gaming
The Maine State Lottery encourages responsible gaming. Players are advised to play within their means and seek assistance if they face problems with gambling. Support is available through the Maine Problem Gambling Helpline.
Conclusion
Maine Pick 3 offers simple gameplay with the chance to win up to $500 twice a day. With several play types available, players can choose the strategy that suits their style. Whether it’s playing a straight, box, or pair, Pick 3 provides fun and quick results for lottery enthusiasts.
Maine Lottery Time Schedule
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Lottery | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
Cash Pop Early Bird | 8:30 AM | 8:30 AM | 8:30 AM | 8:30 AM | 8:30 AM | 8:30 AM | 8:30 AM |
Cash Pop Brunch | 11:30 AM | 11:30 AM | 11:30 AM | 11:30 AM | 11:30 AM | 11:30 AM | 11:30 AM |
Pick 3 Day | 1:10 PM | 1:10 PM | 1:10 PM | 1:10 PM | 1:10 PM | 1:10 PM | 1:10 PM |
Pick 4 Day | 1:10 PM | 1:10 PM | 1:10 PM | 1:10 PM | 1:10 PM | 1:10 PM | 1:10 PM |
Cash Pop Matinee | 2:30 PM | 2:30 PM | 2:30 PM | 2:30 PM | 2:30 PM | 2:30 PM | 2:30 PM |
Cash Pop Suppertime | 6:30 PM | 6:30 PM | 6:30 PM | 6:30 PM | 6:30 PM | 6:30 PM | 6:30 PM |
Pick 3 Evening | 6:55 PM | 6:55 PM | 6:55 PM | 6:55 PM | 6:55 PM | 6:55 PM | 6:55 PM |
Pick 4 Evening | 6:55 PM | 6:55 PM | 6:55 PM | 6:55 PM | 6:55 PM | 6:55 PM | 6:55 PM |
Gimme 5 | 7:00 PM | 7:00 PM | 7:00 PM | 7:00 PM | 7:00 PM | ||
Megabucks | 7:59 PM | 7:59 PM | 7:59 PM | ||||
Cash Pop Night Owl | 11:30 PM | 11:30 PM | 11:30 PM | 11:30 PM | 11:30 PM | 11:30 PM | 11:30 PM |