Lottery Powerball Jackpot
The Powerball jackpot has climbed again, reaching one of the largest prizes of the year as no winner matched all six numbers in the last drawing. Lottery officials confirmed the new estimated Powerball jackpot is now over $* (updated estimate pending the latest drawing) with a cash option of hundreds of millions before taxes.
The next Powerball drawing is tonight at 10:59 PM ET, and tickets are being sold quickly across the United States.
Powerball Jackpot Highlights[edit | edit source]
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Game | Powerball |
| Next Drawing | Tonight – 10:59 PM ET |
| Jackpot | Estimated record prize growing |
| Cash Value | Lump-sum option available |
| Ticket Price | $2 per play |
| Power Play Option | +$1 |
How to Play Powerball[edit | edit source]
Players select 5 white numbers (1–69) and 1 Powerball number (1–26).
To win the jackpot, all six numbers must match.
Other prizes range from $4 to $1 million (or up to $2 million with Power Play).
Can You Buy Powerball Tickets Online?[edit | edit source]
Depending on your state, online ticket purchases may be available through official state lottery platforms. Otherwise, players can purchase tickets from local lottery retailers in participating states.
Powerball Jackpot – Lottery Fever Rising[edit | edit source]
With the prize climbing rapidly, convenience stores and lottery kiosks are seeing a massive surge in ticket sales. Past huge Powerball jackpots have crossed $1 billion, and lottery officials say this one has the potential to keep rising if there is no winner again tonight.
“When the jackpot grows, people dream a little bigger,” one lottery spokesperson said.
Odds of Winning[edit | edit source]
The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are 1 in 292.2 million. While the odds are long, millions of players continue to try their luck.
What Time Is the Powerball Drawing?[edit | edit source]
- Draw Time: 10:59 PM ET / 7:59 PM PT
- Draw Days: Monday, Wednesday, Saturday
- Where to Watch: Local lottery broadcast channels or official lottery stream
Responsible Play Reminder[edit | edit source]
Lottery officials remind players:
✔️ Play responsibly
✔️ Set a budget
✔️ Must be 18 or older to play in most states