Maine (ME) Pick 4 Day Past 30 Days Results
Maine (ME) Pick 4 Night Past 30 Days Results
Maine (ME) Pick 4 Lotto
History and Overview
Maine Pick 4 is a daily lottery game that offers players the chance to win cash prizes by picking a 4-digit number. Launched by the Maine State Lottery, this game provides multiple drawing opportunities every day and allows players to choose from various play types and wager amounts. Pick 4 is popular due to its flexible betting options and the excitement of matching all four digits in the exact or varied order.
How to Play
Playing Maine Pick 4 is easy, and players can choose how they want to play their numbers.
1. Select Your Numbers
- Pick four digits from 0000 to 9999.
- You can 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 have several ways to play and win, depending on how the numbers are matched:
- Straight: Match the exact numbers in the exact order drawn.
- Box: Match the numbers in any order.
- 4-Way Box: Three digits are the same, and one is different.
- 6-Way Box: Two pairs of identical digits.
- 12-Way Box: Two digits are the same, and the other two are different.
- 24-Way Box: All four digits are different.
- Straight/Box: Split your bet. Half goes to a straight play, and half goes to a box play.
- Combo: Cover all possible combinations of your four digits. This plays like 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 4 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 choose to play their selected numbers for up to 14 consecutive draws using the Multi-Draw option.
Draw Times
Maine Pick 4 offers two draws every day:
- Midday Draw: Held at 1:10 PM.
- Evening Draw: Held at 6:50 PM.
Players must purchase their tickets before the draw cutoff time, which is five minutes before each draw.
Prize Structure
The amount you win depends on the play type you choose, the amount you wager, and whether your numbers match the drawn numbers in the selected format.
Prize Amounts for a $1 Wager:
- Straight: Win $5,000 for matching all four digits in the exact order.
- 4-Way Box: Win $1,200 for any order of a number with three identical digits (e.g., 1112).
- 6-Way Box: Win $800 for any order of two pairs of identical digits (e.g., 1122).
- 12-Way Box: Win $400 for any order of a number with two identical digits and two different digits (e.g., 1123).
- 24-Way Box: Win $200 for any order of a number with four different digits (e.g., 1234).
- Straight/Box: If you match the number exactly, you win both the straight and box prizes. If you match in any order, you win only the box prize.
- Combo: Play every combination of your numbers as straight bets. The cost multiplies based on the number of combinations.
- 4-way: $4, 6-way: $6, 12-way: $12, 24-way: $24.
- Front/Back Pair: Win $50 for matching the first or last two digits in exact order.
Prize Amounts for a $0.50 Wager:
- Straight: Win $2,500.
- 4-Way Box: Win $600.
- 6-Way Box: Win $400.
- 12-Way Box: Win $200.
- 24-Way Box: Win $100.
- Front/Back Pair: Win $25.
Odds of Winning
The odds of winning vary based on the play type you select:
- 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.
- Front/Back Pair: 1 in 100.
Claiming Prizes
Winners can claim their prizes based on the amount they have won:
- Prizes up to $599: These can be claimed at any Maine Lottery retailer.
- Prizes of $600 or more: Must be claimed at a Maine Lottery office or by mail.
Tax Information
For winnings over $600, Maine requires tax withholdings:
- Federal Tax: A 24% federal tax is withheld for all prizes 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 4. The maximum prize is $5,000, which can be won with a straight play.
Responsible Gaming
The Maine State Lottery promotes responsible gaming and encourages players to participate within their means. For support, players can contact the Maine Problem Gambling Helpline.
Conclusion
Maine Pick 4 offers a variety of ways to play and win, with a maximum prize of $5,000. With two daily draws and the flexibility to pick different play types, it’s a great game for players looking for exciting, straightforward lottery action. Whether you prefer a straight bet or a box play, Maine Pick 4 provides opportunities for various prize levels.
Maine Lottery Time Schedule
| (GMT-5:00) | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |