Yes, someone won the Powerball jackpot on Wednesday night. The lucky winner, who has not yet been identified, will take home an estimated $768 million, the third-largest jackpot in U.S. history.
The winning numbers were 16, 20, 37, 44, 62, and Powerball 12. The odds of winning the jackpot are 1 in nearly 293 million.
This is the fourth time the Powerball jackpot has been won this year. In January, a $559.7 million jackpot was split three ways. In March, a single ticket holder in Pennsylvania won a $456.7 million jackpot, and in April, another single ticket holder in New Jersey won a $533 million jackpot.
The largest Powerball jackpot on record was $1.586 billion, which was split three ways in January of 2016.
What is the Powerball?
The Powerball is amulti-state lottery gameplayed in the United States.It is administered by the Multi-State Lottery Association (MUSL), a nonprofit organization formed by an agreement with US lotteries. Powerball'sminimum advertised jackpot is $40million (annuity)or a lump sum payment of $20.1 million(cash value), but Powerball's jackpot can grow to much larger amountsthan its advertised prizes. A Powerball jackpot of $758.7 million was the world record for the largest jackpot ever won by a single ticket until it was surpassed by the $1.586 billion jackpot won in the January 13, 2016 Powerball drawing.
When Powerball was introduced in 1992, it was not the first lottery game in the United States. It was actually the successor to Lotto America, which had been created six years earlier in 1986. Lotto America was quite similar to Powerball, except that it was played only in states that had authorized lotteries. Powerball, on the other hand, was created as a national game that could be played in any state that authorized lotteries.
The game is played by selecting five white balls numbered 1 through 69 and one Powerball numbered 1 through 26. The Powerball must be correctly selected in order to win the jackpot. Players may select their own numbers or have the numbers randomly selected by a lottery terminal.
The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are 1 in 292,201,338. The odds of winning any Powerball prize are 1 in 24.87.
Prizes are won for correctly matching any of the winning numbers drawn. The Powerball jackpot is won by correctly matching all five of the white balls and the Powerball. The second prize, which iswon by correctly matching five of the white balls, has a payout of $1 million. The third prize, which iswon by correctly matching four of the white balls and the Powerball, has a payout of $50,000. The fourth prize, which iswon by correctly matching four of the white balls, has a payout of $100. The fifth prize, which iswon by correctly matching three of the white balls and the Powerball, has a payout of $100. The sixth prize, which iswon by correctly matching three of the white balls, has a payout of $7. The seventh prize, which iswon
How do you play Powerball?
Playing Powerball is easy and fun, and it's a great way to win big prizes! Here's how to play:
1. Get a Powerball play slip from your local lottery retailer.
2. Choose five numbers from 1 to 69 for your white balls; then choose one number from 1 to 26 for your red Powerball.
3. You can choose your own numbers, or have the terminal randomly pick your numbers (a "quick pick").
4. Mark your play slip according to the number of plays you want to make: Standard, Power Play, or both.
5. Give your completed play slip to the retailer, and they'll give you your Powerball tickets.
6. Hang onto your tickets! The drawing takes place every Wednesday and Saturday at 10:59 PM ET, and you'll need to present your ticket to claim any prizes you might win.
7. Check the Powerball website or your local lottery retailer for the winning numbers after the drawing.
That's all there is to it! Playing Powerball is a simple way to have a chance at winning some big money. So why not give it a try?
What are the odds of winning Powerball?
The Powerball is a lottery game that is played in many different countries around the world. The game is simple: players pick six numbers from 1 to 59, and if anyone matches all six of the numbers drawn, they win the jackpot. The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are 1 in 175,223,510, which means that, on average, only one person in every 175 million people who play the game will win the jackpot.
While the odds of winning the Powerball jackpot may seem extremely low, the odds of winning any prize in the game are actually quite good. The odds of winning any prize in Powerball are 1 in 24.87, which means that, on average, one out of every four people who play the game will win a prize. The odds of winning the second-prize in Powerball are 1 in 11,688,053, which means that, on average, one out of every eleven and a half million people who play the game will win the second-prize.
Even though the odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are very low, millions of people around the world still play the game every week in the hope of becoming the next big winner. The game is especially popular in the United States, where it is played by millions of people every week. In fact, the Powerball jackpot is often one of the largest jackpots in the world, with the record currently standing at $1.58 billion.
So, while the odds of winning the Powerball jackpot may be low, the odds of winning any prize in the game are actually quite good. So, if you're feeling lucky, why not go out and buy a ticket today? Who knows, you could be the next big winner!
What is the largest Powerball jackpot ever won?
The largest Powerball jackpot ever won was $1.586 billion, which was won on January 13, 2016. The winning ticket was sold in Chino Hills, California. The jackpot was split between three winners, with each winner receiving $528.3 million.
The Powerball jackpot is won by matching all five white balls in any order, and the red Powerball. The odds of winning the jackpot are 1 in 292,201,338. The odds of winning any prize are 1 in 24.87.
The largest Powerball jackpot prior to this one was $590.5 million, which was won on May 18, 2013. The winning ticket was sold in Florida.
Who won the most recent Powerball jackpot?
The Powerball jackpot is one of the biggest lotteries in the world. The winner of the most recent Powerball jackpot was a single person from the United States. The jackpot was worth an estimated $758.7 million. This is the second largest jackpot in Powerball history. The winning ticket was sold in Massachusetts.
How much was the most recent Powerball jackpot worth?
As of January 13th, the Powerball jackpot was worth $1.586 billion. This is the largest lottery prize in US history. The previous record was $1.537 billion, which was won in 2016.
How many Powerball jackpots have been won so far this year?
As of July 24, 2020, a total of eleven Powerball jackpots have been won so far this year. The first jackpot of the year was won on January 6th by a single ticket sold in New Hampshire. The second jackpot was won on January 27th by a single ticket sold in Pennsylvania. The third jackpot was won on February 3rd by a single ticket sold in Florida. The fourth jackpot was won on February 10th by a single ticket sold in New Jersey. The fifth jackpot was won on February 17th by a single ticket sold in Texas. The sixth jackpot was won on March 3rd by a single ticket sold in Rhode Island. The seventh jackpot was won on March 10th by a single ticket sold in Missouri. The eighth jackpot was won on March 17th by a single ticket sold in Arizona. The ninth jackpot was won on March 24th by a single ticket sold in Ohio. The tenth jackpot was won on March 31st by a single ticket sold in Puerto Rico. Lastly, the eleventh and most recent jackpot was won on April 7th by a single ticket sold in Kentucky.
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, people have been buying lottery tickets in droves in hopes of striking it rich. The Powerball jackpot has now reached $750 million, making it the fourth largest jackpot in the game's history. The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are 1 in 292,201,338. To put that into perspective, you are about fifty times more likely to be struck by lightning than you are to win the Powerball jackpot.
But despite the incredibly low odds, someone has to win eventually, and eleven lucky people have won so far this year. With the jackpot currently sitting at $750 million, it's only a matter of time before someone else claims the grand prize. So if you're feeling lucky, go out and buy a lottery ticket - you just might be the next Powerball jackpot winner.
When is the next Powerball drawing?
The Powerball drawing is held every Wednesday and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. Eastern Time. The next Powerball drawing will be held on Wednesday, January 8, 2020. Players have until 10:59 p.m. to purchase tickets for that drawing.
What is the deadline to purchase tickets for the next Powerball drawing?
The Powerball drawing is held every Wednesday and Saturday evening at 10:59 pm Eastern Time. The cutoff time for purchasing tickets is 10:00 pm Eastern Time on the day of the drawing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Did you win $487 million Powerball jackpot?
If you’ve never played the Powerball, it’s one of the biggest lotteries in the world. Each draw takes place on Saturday and there are six different numbers that can win you a prize - three main numbers plus two Lucky Stars. The jackpot usually reaches its largest value around Wednesday or Thursday evenings, so if you’re willing to take your chances, it’s well worth picking up a ticket!
How much does Powerball cost to play?
Powerball costs $2 per play.
How many numbers do you need to win Powerball?
To win the Powerball jackpot, you will need to select five numbers from 1 to 69. There is a 1 in 292.2 million chance of winning the Powerball jackpot, so selecting any five numbers will give you a better than 1 in 4 million chance of winning the prize.
Did You Know Your odds of winning are the same in Powerball?
There is a 1 in 24.9 chance of winning a prize when the advertised jackpot is $40 million. You still have a 1 in 24.9 chance of winning a prize when the advertised jackpot is $1 billion.
Did you win the $183 million Powerball jackpot?
It's unlikely, but you might have won something if you bought your ticket in Connecticut.
