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Powerball — Guide, Results & How to Play
Powerball is America's most iconic lottery and the holder of the world record jackpot of $2.04 billion. Draws take place three times a week and players worldwide can participate via licensed concierge services.
What Is Powerball?
Powerball is the United States' most famous lottery game and the holder of the largest lottery jackpot ever paid — $2.04 billion, won in November 2022. Launched in 1992, it is operated by the Multi-State Lottery Association and sold across 45 US states, Washington DC, Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands.
Unlike EuroMillions, Powerball has no upper jackpot cap — it rolls over until it is won, which is how it has produced record-breaking prizes. The starting jackpot is $20 million and draws take place every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 10:59pm Eastern Time.
Players outside the USA can participate in Powerball through licensed lottery concierge services, which purchase official tickets on your behalf from within the United States. All prizes are paid in USD and subject to US federal withholding tax.
Powerball vs EuroMillions
How to Play Powerball
Simple selection — five numbers plus one Powerball
Pick 5 Main Numbers
Choose 5 numbers from 1 to 69. You can pick your own or use a Quick Pick for a random selection.
Pick the Powerball
Choose 1 Powerball number from 1 to 26. This is drawn from a separate drum. Match it to win or boost lower tier prizes.
Add Power Play (Optional)
For an extra $1, add Power Play to multiply non-jackpot prizes by up to 10x. A smart option when the jackpot is large and rollover odds are longer.
Watch the Draw
Draws take place every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 10:59pm ET. Results are published immediately after each draw.
Claim Your Prize
9 prize tiers — match just the Powerball to win $4. Prizes paid via your concierge service. US federal tax withheld at source on large prizes.
Latest Powerball Results
Most recent draw — Monday, Wednesday & Saturday
Winning Numbers
| Numbers Matched | Prize ($) | Winners |
|---|---|---|
| 5+1 🔴 | $143,000,000.00 | 2 |
| 5 | $1,000,000.00 | 62 |
| 4+1 🔴 | $50,000.00 | 6 |
| 4 | $100.00 | 231 |
| 3+1 🔴 | $100.00 | 451 |
| 3 | $7.00 | 11,674 |
| 2+1 🔴 | $7.00 | 9,362 |
| 1+1 🔴 | $4.00 | 73,494 |
| 1 🔴 | $4.00 | 173,073 |
Results provided via partner API. Always verify with your official lottery operator.
Powerball Questions
The most common questions answered
Pick 5 main numbers from 1–69 and 1 Powerball number from 1–26. For an extra $1 you can add Power Play to multiply non-jackpot prizes. Draws take place every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 10:59pm Eastern Time. Match all 6 numbers to win the jackpot.
The jackpot odds are 1 in 292,201,338 — longer than EuroMillions at 1 in 139.8 million, which is the trade-off for having no jackpot cap. The overall odds of winning any prize are 1 in 24.9. There are 9 prize tiers, with the lowest prize being $4 for matching just the Powerball.
Yes — there is no restriction on who can win Powerball, only on who can physically purchase tickets within the USA. Players outside the US can enter through a licensed lottery concierge service, which buys official tickets on your behalf from within the USA. Winnings are paid in USD and US federal tax is withheld at source on prizes over $600.
No — unlike EuroMillions which caps at €250 million, Powerball has no upper limit. The jackpot keeps rolling over until it is won, which is how it reached a world record $2.04 billion in November 2022. The starting jackpot is $20 million.
Winners can choose between a lump sum (cash value) or an annuity paid over 29 years. The lump sum is typically around 60% of the advertised jackpot before tax. Most winners choose the lump sum. For international players using concierge services, payment arrangements vary by operator.
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