Win 4 Odds and Prizes
Win 4 gives you the chance to win up to 5,000 times your wager amount just by matching four numbers between 0 and 9. It is a bit different to some other games, though, as there are so many different ways to play that impact your chances of winning and the payout you are playing for. This page tells you everything you need to know about how to win for each type of wager
Play Types and Payouts
| Prize Level | Numbers Matched | Percentage of Prize Fund | Odds of winning | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackpot | 6 | 75% | 1 in 45,057,474 | |
| 2nd | 5 + Bonus | 7.25% | 1 in 7,509,579 | |
| 3rd | 5 | 5.50% | 1 in 144,415 | |
| 4th | 4 | 6.25% | 1 in 2,180 | |
| 5th | 3 | 6% (Prize is fixed at $1) | 1 in 96 | |
| Overall odds of winning in any category are 1 in 46 | ||||
Claiming Prizes
Win 4 prizes are paid out as single lump sums (there’s no annuity option), and are not taxed as the maximum payout of $5,000 falls exactly on the threshold where federal and state withholdings kick in.
All prizes over $5,000 are subject to federal and state taxes, regardless of where you live. Residents of New York City and Yonkers will also have to pay a local tax on their winnings. Consult with a tax advisor for clarification regarding your own tax situation.
If you win a prize up to and including $600, you can claim the money from any New York Lottery retailer. Prizes of a larger value must be claimed at one of the New York Lottery’s Customer Service Centers.
