Across the US, there are over 45 lottery systems in operation. While the majority of the lottery systems are located in the Northeastern, Central, and Southern states, there are also lotteries in Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, and Washington, D.C.

Most US state lottery systems have websites where tickets can be purchased. They also provide a way to view the winning numbers. Some lottery sites offer instant win games as well. These games can be played on a PC, mobile phone, or tablet. These sites also allow players to compare odds and current jackpots.

Powerball is the biggest multi-state lottery in the US. Tickets cost $2 and players have to match five numbers to win. The jackpot can exceed $1 billion. The odds of winning are one in 292,201,338.

Mega Millions is another multi-state lottery. Tickets cost $2 and players must match five numbers from a pool of 70. Ticket prizes range from $1 to $20. The odds of winning vary by state.

The Multi-State Lottery Association governs multi-state lottery systems. Some of these games are restricted to a few states, while others cover all 33 states.

The Kentucky Lottery offers several games. The proceeds from ticket sales go to education programs and public school construction. The state also gives money to local businesses and public schools. The state also allocates funds to pension funds and public employee pension systems.

Connecticut Lottery is one of the oldest lottery organizations in the United States. It began operations in 1964. It offers eight draw games. It also authorizes tribal lottery systems to offer sports betting. The state has also renegotiated gaming compacts with the Mashantucket Pequot and Mohegan tribes. The state also offers games such as Cash4Life and Pick 3.

The Oregon Lottery has several in-house games as well as four multi-state games. Its profits go to state causes, including natural resources, parks, and environmental programs.