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Delaware Lottery Tax Guide

Delaware taxes lottery winnings at a state rate of 6.60%. Below is everything you need to know about taxes, anonymity, and claiming a prize in Delaware.

State Tax Rate
6.60%
Anonymous Claim
Yes
Trust / LLC
Trust: YesLLC: Yes
Claim Deadline
1 year
Official Lottery
Last Verified
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Lottery Taxes in Delaware

Delaware applies a state lottery tax rate of 6.60% on winnings. This is withheld or owed in addition to federal taxes. The IRS withholds 24% federally on large prizes, and the top federal marginal rate of 37% typically applies to jackpot-level winnings.

Anonymity & Claiming in Delaware

Anonymous claiming: Delaware allows winners to remain anonymous, so your name and identity can stay out of the public record when you claim a prize.

Claiming via trust: Permitted in Delaware. A trust can help protect your privacy and manage how the prize is distributed.

Claiming via LLC: Permitted in Delaware.

Claim deadline: You have 1 year to claim a prize in Delaware.

Estimate Your Take-Home in Delaware

Use our free lottery tax calculator to see your estimated net payout after federal and state taxes.

Calculate After Taxes

Lottery tax calculations are estimates only and may not reflect your final tax liability. This website does not provide legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Always consult a qualified CPA, lottery attorney, estate attorney, and fiduciary financial advisor before claiming a prize.

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