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New Mexico Lottery

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Current guide to New Mexico (NM) lottery results, game schedules, odds, and prize-claim rules.

  • Live results and jackpot amounts updated after every draw
  • Complete claiming, tax, and anonymity guides for New Mexico
  • Odds breakdowns and analysis tools for every game

Latest New Mexico Lottery Results & Winning Numbers

View the most recent winning numbers, prizes, and jackpots for all New Mexico lottery games.

Pick 3 Plus Day

Mar 16, 2026
Top Prize$500
5
2
7

Pick 3 Plus Evening

Mar 15, 2026
Top Prize$500
2
9
0

Pick 4 Plus Day

Mar 16, 2026
Top Prize$5K
5
2
9
2

Pick 4 Plus Evening

Mar 15, 2026
Top Prize$5K
0
2
4
8

Roadrunner Cash

Mar 15, 2026
Est. Jackpot$139K
17
21
26
32
33

Source: Official New Mexico Lottery. Results verified after each drawing.

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State Lottery Information

What Should You Know About the New Mexico Lottery?

New Mexico's lottery, established in 1996, offers players three draw games including Pick 4 Plus, Pick 3 Plus, and Roadrunner Cash. Beyond these draws, the lottery features a robust selection of scratch-off tickets available throughout the state. It's a straightforward way for residents to try their luck on both instant wins and regular drawings.

What matters most

  • Established: 1996
  • Minimum age: 18+
  • Official online play: Not offered
  • Draw games: 3
Where proceeds go

New Mexico Lottery revenue goes directly to education, funding public schools, universities, and scholarship programs across the state. A portion also supports conservation efforts and natural resource management through the Wildlife and Parks Fund. Every dollar spent on tickets strengthens the state's commitment to students and environmental protection.

New Mexico Lottery Overview

Established
1996
Minimum age
18+
Official online play
Not offered
Draw games
3
Scratchers
Available

This page covers buying rules, results verification, privacy guidance, claim procedures, and tax planning for New Mexico players.

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Purchase Guide

How Do You Buy New Mexico Lottery Tickets?

Purchase New Mexico lottery tickets at authorized retailers across the state. Choose your numbers, check game-specific cutoff times, and play responsibly.

Purchase steps

How to buy

  1. 01

    Choose an authorized retailer

    Buy tickets only from licensed lottery retailers. Phone, mail, and direct internet purchases are not part of the standard Arizona ticket-buying flow.

  2. 02

    Use the retailer’s accepted payment method

    Authorized retailers accept cash and debit cards. Credit cards may be restricted or unavailable at many locations.

  3. 03

    Buy before the game-specific cutoff

    Around 10:00 PM, with exact cutoff times varying by game and drawing.

Know before you buy
  • Check the schedule for the specific game you want to play. Not every game uses the same cutoff time.
  • Keep the ticket flat and readable, and sign it after purchase if you want to protect ownership before claiming.
  • Use official lottery digital tools for results, ticket scanning, and retailer lookup, not for purchases unless the state lottery explicitly offers online play.

New Mexico ticket purchase rules

Payment policy
Cash and debit are the dependable in-store options. Credit cards should not be assumed.
Sunday sales
Sunday ticket sales are available, but exact retail availability can still vary by game and location.
Typical cutoff
Around 10:00 PM on draw nights
Official tools

Use official lottery digital tools for ticket scanning, results, and retailer lookup when available.

Check Your Tickets

Check New Mexico Lottery Results Instantly

Find the latest winning numbers in the results table above, or use our ticket checker to see if you've won. Results are updated shortly after drawings are posted on the official website.

Verification guide

How to verify a ticket

Use our ticket checker

Start here for a quick self-check. Compare the latest New Mexico winning numbers and test a ticket without leaving the page.

Use official lottery tools

Use the official New Mexico lottery website for posted numbers, claim instructions, and final confirmation.

Verify at a retailer

An authorized New Mexico retailer can scan your ticket on an official terminal before you begin a claim.

Before you claim a possible winner

Always confirm a winning ticket with an authorized retailer or the official New Mexico lottery before you begin a prize claim. Published results help you check numbers quickly, but the official lottery remains the final authority.

Ticket Checker

Quick Ticket Checker

Official New Mexico verification resources

Official website

Posted numbers, claim forms, game notices, and official instructions.

Retailer terminal

Use an authorized retailer for an in-store terminal scan before claiming a prize.

Privacy Rules

Can Lottery Winners Stay Anonymous in New Mexico?

Learn about your privacy options and legal requirements if you win the lottery in New Mexico. Understand whether you can remain anonymous and what steps you can take to protect your identity.

Privacy status

Winners Must Be Publicly Identified

Public disclosure

New Mexico generally requires lottery winners to be publicly identified. Your name, city, and prize amount may be disclosed as part of public records or lottery announcements.

Claiming through a trust or LLC

Not allowed
New Mexico does not allow trust/LLC claims for privacy planning: Winners must claim in their own name or as a qualifying group of winners rather than through a trust or LLC.
Detailed disclosure rules

New Mexico lottery winners have zero privacy protection. Your name gets published. Your city gets published. There's no hiding behind trusts or LLCs either, which frustrates plenty of big winners who'd rather stay out of the spotlight. The state considers lottery winnings public record, and that transparency applies across all prize tiers. You can't claim your ticket through a business entity or legal structure to keep yourself anonymous. When you win, your identity becomes part of New Mexico's public information, and media outlets can access those records. This creates real challenges for winners concerned about solicitation, security, or unwanted attention from long-lost relatives and charities. Some folks relocate or change their routines after winning big. There aren't official exceptions for safety reasons either, which puts winners in an awkward position if they've got legitimate privacy concerns.

Before you claim

Protect your privacy before you claim

Protect your identity

  • Hire a lawyer immediately to handle all public communications and media inquiries on your behalf.
  • Change your phone number and email before the mandatory public announcement goes live.
  • Request the lottery commission post your name only, withholding your address from public records.
  • Move to a different residence before claiming, since your winning address becomes public knowledge.
  • Set up a separate bank account under your legal name to compartmentalize prize funds from personal accounts.

Decisions to make before claiming

  • Whether you want to elect any confidentiality option available for the prize amount.
  • Whether legal, tax, or appointment planning should happen before you submit claim paperwork.
  • Which prize details may still be disclosed even if your name stays confidential.
Prize Claiming

How Do You Claim a New Mexico Lottery Prize?

New Mexico prizes usually must be claimed within 90 days. Your prize amount determines whether the claim starts at a retailer, by mail, or with the lottery office.

Prize threshold ladder

Start here. Your prize amount determines where the claim begins and whether mail handling is possible.

90 days to claim in most cases

Retailer claim

Claim at an authorized lottery retailer.

Authorized retailer

Fastest route for smaller prizes

$600 or less

Office claim

Prizes above the retailer limit are handled by the lottery or through mail claims.

Lottery office or mail

Mail claims may be available

$601+
Claim process

How to complete the claim

01

Sign the ticket

Sign the back of the ticket as soon as possible so you can establish ownership before beginning the claim.

02

Confirm the winner

Check the numbers again using the official lottery tools or a retailer scan before you complete any claim paperwork.

03

Match the prize to the claim method

Use the prize threshold ladder below to decide whether the claim belongs at a retailer, by mail, or at a lottery office.

04

Prepare documents

Gather the signed ticket, identification, and any claim form or tax information required for the prize amount.

Claim deadline

Most prizes must be claimed within 90 days. Once that deadline passes, the ticket is no longer valid for payment.

Required documents

  • Valid government-issued ID
  • Signed winning lottery ticket
  • Social Security Number
  • Completed claim form
  • Proof of address

What happens to unclaimed prizes?

When nobody claims a New Mexico lottery prize, that money doesn't just vanish into thin air. The unclaimed funds get redirected to the state's general fund, which means they're used for public education and other programs that benefit New Mexico residents. So basically, unclaimed jackpots end up helping schools and communities across the state instead of sitting in some vault collecting dust.

Tax Planning

What taxes apply to New Mexico Lottery winnings, and how do they affect your take-home pay?

Federal withholding usually starts at 24% on larger prizes, and New Mexico applies 5.9% state tax where required. Use this section to understand what gets withheld, how payout choice affects taxes, and when to use the calculator for a personalized estimate.

What gets withheld

The IRS generally withholds 24% on prizes above $5,000. New Mexico also applies a 5.9% state rate where required.

Why withholding is not the final bill

Withholding is only an initial payment toward your eventual tax liability. Your total income, filing situation, and local rules can all push the real outcome higher or lower.

How taxes change your take-home pay

  • Federal withholding is just the starting point, so final tax owed can still change after you file.
  • Lump sum and annuity choices can lead to very different annual tax planning decisions.
  • Large wins can change your bracket, affect estimated payments, and make professional advice more valuable.
Free Calculator

Estimate Your Take-Home

When you want a personalized estimate, use the calculator to compare lump sum and annuity outcomes with federal, state, and local tax detail where applicable.

  • Current federal and state tax rates
  • Lump sum vs annuity comparison
  • Detailed tax breakdown
  • Instant calculations
Calculate New Mexico Taxes
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Explore Hot & Cold Number Trends for New Mexico

Go deeper once you have checked the basics. See which numbers are appearing most frequently, which ones are running cold, and how recent draw history looks across New Mexico games.

Hot numbers appearing most frequently
Cold numbers that are overdue
Complete frequency statistics

Number Analysis Preview

Hot Numbers
Most frequent
14
28
37
+7
Cold Numbers
Overdue
3
19
45
+7
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Multi-State Games Available in New Mexico

New Mexico participates in Powerball, Mega Millions, and other nationwide lottery games with jackpots reaching hundreds of millions of dollars. These games combine ticket sales from multiple states to create massive prize pools.

Powerball & Mega Millions access
Massive jackpots from combined pools
Complete results & analysis tools

Popular nationwide games

Powerball
Drawn Mon, Wed, Sat

Pick 5 numbers from 1-69 and 1 Powerball from 1-26 for jackpots that start at $20 million.

Mega Millions
Drawn Tue, Fri

Pick 5 numbers from 1-70 and 1 Mega Ball from 1-24 for jackpots that start at $50 million.

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FAQs

Common Questions About New Mexico Lottery

Answers to common questions about New Mexico lottery results, tools, and procedures, with Lottery Valley guidance and official source confirmation.

What's the quickest way to check New Mexico lottery results?

The fastest way to check New Mexico lottery results is right here on this page! We update winning numbers immediately after each drawing. Scroll to the results table above to see the latest numbers for all New Mexico lottery games.

How do I get started playing the New Mexico lottery?

Getting started with the New Mexico lottery is easy! First, visit any authorized lottery retailer (look for the official lottery logo at convenience stores, gas stations, or grocery stores). Choose a game from New Mexico's 3 available lottery games—beginners often start with daily draw games or smaller state games for better odds and more frequent drawings. Tell the retailer which game you want to play and either pick your own numbers or request a "Quick Pick" for randomly selected numbers. Tickets typically cost $1-$5 depending on the game. Always purchase tickets before the sales cutoff time (usually 1-2 hours before the drawing). For help choosing which game is right for you, visit our complete games guide with detailed comparisons, odds, and selection advice for all New Mexico lottery games.

What lottery games are available in New Mexico?

New Mexico currently offers 3 lottery games, including Pick 3 Plus Day, Pick 4 Plus Day, Roadrunner Cash. Each game has different odds, jackpot sizes, and drawing schedules. For detailed game comparisons, odds analysis, and help choosing the right game for you, visit our New Mexico games overview page.

How do New Mexico lottery taxes work?

New Mexico lottery winnings are subject to both federal taxes (24% withholding on winnings over $5,000) and New Mexico state taxes at a rate of 5.9%. Use our New Mexico lottery tax calculator to instantly calculate your potential take-home amount after all taxes. The calculator factors in federal, state, and local taxes to give you an accurate estimate.

Where can I buy lottery tickets in New Mexico?

Lottery tickets are available at thousands of authorized retailers throughout New Mexico, including convenience stores, gas stations, grocery stores, and liquor stores. Look for the official lottery logo at retailers. Always purchase tickets before the sales cutoff time (usually 1-2 hours before the drawing). Check the drawing calendar for exact sales cutoff times for each New Mexico lottery game.

When are New Mexico lottery drawings held?

New Mexico lottery games have different drawing schedules ranging from daily to weekly drawings. Many state-specific games draw multiple times per week. Use our New Mexico Lottery Drawing Calendar to view the complete weekly drawing schedule for all New Mexico lottery games, including exact times and sales cutoffs.

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Chance still decides outcomes

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Age, eligibility, and state rules vary

Eligibility, age limits, and online-play access vary by state and operator. Verify those rules before you act.

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