Powerball Mania! $643 Million Jackpot Up For Grabs – Don't Miss Out!
The Powerball jackpot is soaring! Get ready for Wednesday night's drawing, as the estimated jackpot has reached a staggering $643 million, making it the largest of the year. This massive prize pool comes after no one matched all six numbers in Monday night's drawing. The winning white ball numbers were 15, 46, 61, 63, and 64, while the red Powerball was 1.
For those opting for a single payout, the estimated cash value is a cool $290.6 million. Someone in California won the last grand prize on May 31, 2025. Since then, there have been 32 consecutive drawings without a grand prize winner, fueling the jackpot's impressive growth.
Recent Powerball Winners
- May 31, 2025: $204.5 million in California
- April 26, 2025: $167.3 million in Kentucky
- March 29, 2025: $526.5 million in California
- Jan. 18, 2025: $328.5 million in Oregon
Even without a jackpot winner, some players have had luck. Between June 2 and August 13, 37 players matched all five white balls, winning a $1 million prize. Nine of those players added the Power Play option for an extra dollar, doubling their winnings to $2 million!
How to Play and Win
Players can choose between receiving the jackpot in annual installments or a single lump sum payment. The annuity option provides an immediate payment followed by 29 annual payments that increase by 5% each year. A ticket costs $2, and the odds of winning any prize are 1 in 24.9. The odds of hitting the jackpot are much steeper, at 1 in 292.2 million.
Don't miss your chance! Grab your ticket for the next Powerball drawing, which will be held on Wednesday at 10:59 p.m. ET. You could be the next big winner!
Powerball vs. Mega Millions
While Powerball's entry cost has remained at $2 since 2012, Mega Millions raised its price from $2 to $5 in April. Both lotteries offer life-changing jackpots, but the odds of winning remain challenging. Remember to play responsibly. Residents from 45 states and the District of Columbia can purchase Powerball tickets.