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About Powerball
Powerball is a multi-state lottery game drawn every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 PM ET. It is available in 45 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Current Jackpot
Estimated jackpot: $35 Million
Next draw date: 04/11/2026
Last Draw Results
3161742523
Draw date: 04/08/2026
How to Play Powerball
Choose 5 numbers from 1–69 and 1 Powerball number from 1–26. Match all 6 to win the jackpot. Tickets cost $2 per play. The Power Play option multiplies non-jackpot prizes by 2x, 3x, 4x, 5x, or 10x for an extra $1.
Powerball Odds
| Match | Prize | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| 5 + Powerball | Jackpot | 1 in 292,201,338 |
| 5 numbers | $1,000,000 | 1 in 11,688,053 |
| 4 + Powerball | $50,000 | 1 in 913,129 |
| 4 numbers | $100 | 1 in 36,525 |
| 3 + Powerball | $100 | 1 in 14,494 |
| 3 numbers | $7 | 1 in 580 |
| 2 + Powerball | $7 | 1 in 701 |
| 1 + Powerball | $4 | 1 in 92 |
| Powerball only | $4 | 1 in 38 |
Powerball Draw Schedule
Draws take place every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 PM ET. Ticket sales close approximately 59 minutes before each draw.
Taxes on Powerball Winnings
Federal tax of 37% applies to prizes over $600. State taxes vary. Winners can choose a lump-sum cash value (approximately 60% of the advertised jackpot) or annuity payments over 29 years.