Minnesota (MN) Pick 3 Past 30 Days Results
Minnesota (MN) Pick 3 Lotto
History and Overview
The Minnesota Pick 3 lottery game is a straightforward and fun daily game offered by the Minnesota Lottery. Launched to provide players with quick and easy gameplay, Pick 3 allows players to pick numbers and match them in different ways for cash prizes. With a low entry cost of just $1 per ticket, it’s a popular choice for lottery fans who enjoy a more manageable format with daily chances to win.
How to Play
Playing Minnesota Pick 3 is easy, and players can customize their ticket with various play types and wager options.
1. Choose Your Numbers:
- Players select three numbers from a pool of 0 to 9.
- You can pick your own numbers or use the Quick Pick option, where the terminal randomly generates the numbers for you.
2. Choose Your Play Type:
- Straight: Match the numbers in the exact order drawn.
- Box: Match the numbers in any order.
- 3-Way Box: Two of your numbers are the same (e.g., 112).
- 6-Way Box: All three numbers are different (e.g., 123).
- Straight/Box: Combines both Straight and Box in one play.
- Front Pair: Match the first two numbers in the exact order.
- Back Pair: Match the last two numbers in the exact order.
3. Choose Your Wager Amount:
- You can wager $0.50 or $1 per play. The prize amounts depend on the wager placed and the play type.
Draw Time
Minnesota Pick 3 has two draws every day, giving players frequent chances to win.
- Draw Days: Every day (seven days a week).
- Draw Times: The drawings take place at 6:17 PM Central Time (CT).
- Cut-off Time: Ticket sales close at 6:10 PM CT, just before the evening draw.
Prize Structure
The prizes for Minnesota Pick 3 depend on the wager, play type, and whether the numbers are matched in exact or any order. Here’s a general breakdown of prizes based on a $1 wager:
- Straight (Match numbers in exact order): $500
- 3-Way Box (Match numbers in any order when two numbers are the same): $160
- 6-Way Box (Match numbers in any order when all three numbers are different): $80
- Straight/Box:
- Straight: $330
- 3-Way Box: $80
- 6-Way Box: $40
- Front Pair (Match the first two numbers): $50
- Back Pair (Match the last two numbers): $50
Wager Options:
- If you wager $0.50 instead of $1, the prize amounts will be halved.
Odds of Winning
The odds of winning in Minnesota Pick 3 vary based on the play type:
- Straight: 1 in 1,000
- 3-Way Box: 1 in 333
- 6-Way Box: 1 in 167
- Front Pair: 1 in 100
- Back Pair: 1 in 100
Claiming Prizes
The process for claiming prizes in Minnesota Pick 3 depends on the prize amount:
Small Prizes (up to $599):
- Can be claimed at any authorized Minnesota Lottery retailer.
Larger Prizes (over $600):
- Must be claimed at a Minnesota Lottery office or via mail by submitting a claim form with the winning ticket.
Claim Period:
- Players have one year from the date of the draw to claim their winnings.
Important Points
- Age Requirement: Players must be 18 years or older to purchase tickets and claim prizes.
- Cut-off Time: Players must purchase tickets before 6:10 PM CT on draw days to participate in that evening’s drawing.
- Taxation: Prizes over $5,000 are subject to federal and state taxes. The Minnesota Lottery automatically withholds 24% federal tax and 7.25% state tax for larger winnings.
Multi-Draw and Advance Play
Players can opt for the Multi-Draw option if they want to play the same numbers for consecutive draws. This feature allows players to pre-purchase tickets for up to 14 consecutive draws, ensuring they don’t miss any chances to win.
Conclusion
The Minnesota Pick 3 lottery game offers players a quick and easy way to win cash prizes with daily draws and multiple play styles. Whether you prefer to go for the top prize of $500 with a Straight play or try a Box or Pair play for more flexible odds, Pick 3 is an exciting option for Minnesota players. Its low ticket price, customizable play options, and frequent draw schedule make it a great choice for lottery fans looking for daily action.
Minnesota Lottery Time Schedule
| (GMT-6:00) | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lottery | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
| Pick 3 | 6:17 PM | 6:17 PM | 6:17 PM | 6:17 PM | 6:17 PM | 6:17 PM | 6:17 PM |
| North 5 | 6:17 PM | 6:17 PM | 6:17 PM | 6:17 PM | 6:17 PM | 6:17 PM | 6:17 PM |
| Gopher 5 | 6:17 PM | 6:17 PM | 6:17 PM |