Lotteries and Raffles

Winnings from lotteries and raffles are gambling winnings. In addition to cash winnings, you must include in your income the fair market value of bonds, cars, houses, and other noncash prizes. However, the difference between the fair market value and the cost of an oil and gas lease obtained from the government through a lottery is not includible in income.

This information is found in Publication 525, Taxable and Nontaxable Income.