The Powerball jackpot has grown to a whopping $223 million for Wednesday’s drawing, as no one claimed the top prize from Monday’s game. If someone wins the jackpot on Wednesday, they could take home approximately $112.2 million after taxes.
Recent Powerball Winners
Just last month, a lucky California player won a $44.3 million Powerball jackpot, and the week before that, a Pennsylvania player snagged a $213.8 million prize. These big wins remind us that a life-changing jackpot could be just one lucky ticket away.
Powerball Winning Numbers for 09/25/2024
The winning numbers for Wednesday, September 25, 2024, were:
- Numbers: 2, 26, 45, 46, 52
- Powerball: 21
- Powerplay Multiplier: 2X
The Powerball drawing, which usually takes place at the Florida Lottery studio in Tallahassee, was moved to a backup site in Johnston, Iowa, due to Hurricane Helene.
How to Play Powerball
Playing Powerball is simple and costs just $2 per ticket. Here’s how it works:
- Pick five numbers from a pool of 1 to 69 (white balls).
If you’re feeling lucky but don’t want to pick the numbers yourself, you can opt for a “Quick Pick,” where the numbers are randomly generated for you. To boost your winnings on non-jackpot prizes, you can add a Power Play for an extra $1, which multiplies your prize by up to 10 times.
Powerball drawings occur every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 11 p.m. ET. If no one wins the jackpot, the prize amount continues to rise.
Where to Buy Powerball Tickets
You can buy Powerball tickets in person at convenience stores, grocery stores, gas stations, and sometimes even at airport terminals. In some states, tickets are available online as well.
Will you be the next big winner? Be sure to grab your ticket before the next drawing for your chance at the $223 million jackpot!