Mega Millions Jackpot Climbs to $251 Million After No Winner on May 12

Tuesday night’s Mega Millions jackpot is still up for grabs after no ticket matched all the numbers for the massive $232 million prize.

Winning Numbers for May 12

• 17, 32, 35, 40, 47
• Mega Ball: 17

No players hit the jackpot, and there were also no Match 5 + Megaplier winners in the latest drawing.

Jackpot Climbs Again ?

The next Mega Millions drawing is set for Friday, May 15, with the jackpot now rising to an estimated:

• $251 million jackpot
• $112.3 million cash option

Mega Millions Quick Facts

• Drawings are held every Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m. ET
• A single ticket costs $5
• Jackpot odds stand at 1 in 290.5 million

How Mega Millions Works

Players pick:

• 5 white ball numbers from 1–70
• 1 Mega Ball number from 1–24

You can either choose your own lucky numbers or use a quick-pick option for random selections.

Prize Breakdown

Here’s a look at some of the top Mega Millions payouts:

• Match 5 + Mega Ball ? Jackpot
• Match 5 numbers ? $1 million
• Match 4 + Mega Ball ? $10,000
• Match 4 numbers ? $500
• Match Mega Ball only ? $5

Where Tickets Are Sold

Mega Millions tickets are available in 45 states, plus Washington, D.C. and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Players don’t need to be U.S. citizens or residents to participate.

Tickets can usually be purchased at:

• Gas stations
• Convenience stores
• Grocery stores

Some states also allow online ticket purchases through official lottery platforms or authorized courier services.