Lottery players have a one in 302 million chance to win the Mega Millions lottery, and according to a new report if you play in Missouri that chance is even lower.

Missouri Is Unlucky in Mega Million Winners

For some reason, not many people win big with lotteries in Missouri. In its 20-plus year run, Missouri has had only two Mega Millions winners. Two. Not like New York with 44 and California with 40, just 2 winners that hit the jackpot.

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There is no rhythm or reason as to why, Maybe more people play Mega Millions in New York and California, or could it be no one thinks they are ever going to win? Whatever the reason Missouri seems to be the lowest winning percentage for Mega Millions.

How Does Illinois Fair?

Illinois is about the middle of the pack with 15 winners overall which isn't too bad of a percentage. According to Yahoo! News, five states do not participate in Mega Millions ( Alabama, Alaska, Hawaii, Nevada, and Utah). You would think with all those states and people not participating that your chances might be better, but leave it to the bigger states to take that away from us.

if playing the lottery is your thing then go for it., and maybe just maybe you will be one of 302 Million that win.

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