Maryland Pick 4 FAQs

If you’ve got a question about Maryland Pick 4 - you’ve come to the right place! Here you can find detailed answers to all the most commonly asked queries. How to play, how to win and how to claim prizes. All of that and more is explained below.

What is MD Pick 4?
Maryland Pick 4 is a variation of the Pick 4 lottery, played in over 30 states! Some have different game rules and name variations.
What are the game rules?
In its simplest form, you play Pick 4 by selecting four numbers (between 0-9), choosing a play style (Straight, Box, Straight/Box or Combination) and a wager amount ($0.25, $0.50, or $1). Go to our How to Play page to read up on the details in full.
What are the play types?
You can choose multiple ways to play - either Straight, Box, Straight/Box or Combo. Read all about them on our Ways to Play page.
When do draws take place?
There are two Pick 4 draws every day. There’s a Midday draw which takes place at 12:27 PM (Monday - Friday) and 12:28 PM (Saturday - Sunday). There’s also an Evening draw which takes place at 7:56 PM (Monday - Saturday) and 8:10 PM (Sunday).
Where can I get a ticket?
The easiest way to purchase a Pick 4 ticket is online. Tickets will be kept secure on your digital account and winnings will be transferred to you instantly. Alternatively you could purchase a ticket in person at a local lottery retailer.
How much is a ticket?
The total cost of your ticket will ultimately depend on how much you wager, and how many draws you entered. One ticket could cost as little as $0.25
What are the odds of winning
The odds of winning the highest prize in MD Pick 4 is 1 in 10,000. You have 1 in 416.67 odds of winning the smallest prize. Check our Odds and Prizes table to see all the different odds.
How much can I win?
You can win as much as $5,000 in Pick 4. There are loads of different payouts depending on which play type you chose - see them all on our Odds and Prizes tables.
Is there an age limit to play the lottery in Maryland?
Yes, you have to be at least 18 years old to play Maryland lottery games.
Are my prizes taxed?
If you win over $5,000 your prizes will be taxed at 24% for federal tax. 8.75% for state tax and 8% state tax for non-Maryland residents.
How do you claim prizes?

You can collect prizes under $600 at any local lottery retailer. You can also mail in your winning ticket to claim at:

Maryland Lottery Customer Resource Center
1800 Washington Boulevard
Suite 330
Baltimore, MD 21230

How long do you have to claim a prize?
In Maryland, you have 182 days from the draw date to claim your prizes.