Powerball jackpot reaches $1.7 billion after Monday night’s draw yielded no winner. The cash option stands at $781.3 million, making the pot one of the largest in lottery history.
Current Jackpot Status
The prize has grown to $1.7 billion following the most recent drawing. This figure places the jackpot as the fourth-largest in Powerball history and the fourth-largest grand prize across both national lottery draw games.
Winning Numbers and Power Play
The numbers drawn were 36, 54, 18, 3 and 41, with a Powerball number of 7. The optional Power Play multiplier was 2×, which would double the winnings for non-jackpot prizes.
Winners by State
No $2 million winners were recorded. However, $1 million winners were found in the following states: Florida, Georgia, Illinois, New York (two winners), Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and Wisconsin.
Historical Context
The jackpot has a notable history of record-setting amounts:
- $2.04 billion – Nov. 7, 2022 – California (Powerball)
- $1.787 billion – Sept. 6, 2025 – Missouri, Texas (Powerball)
- $1.765 billion – Oct. 11, 2023 – California (Powerball)
- $1.7 billion – Estimated – Powerball
- $1.602 billion – Aug. 8, 2023 – Florida (Mega Millions)
- $1.586 billion – Jan. 13, 2016 – California, Florida, Tennessee (Powerball)
- $1.537 billion – Oct. 23, 2018 – South Carolina (Mega Millions)
- $1.348 billion – Jan. 13, 2023 – Maine (Mega Millions)
- $1.337 billion – July 29, 2022 – Illinois (Mega Millions)
- $1.326 billion – April 6, 2024 – Oregon (Powerball)
How the Jackpot Grows
The pot has been increasing steadily since September, when two tickets-one sold in Missouri and the other in Texas-split a $1.787 billion prize. That event was the second-largest pot across Mega Millions and Powerball at the time.
What Happens if You Win
If a winner is selected in Wednesday’s drawing, the payout will vary by state of residence. In only a handful of states would a jackpot winner become a billionaire, assuming they choose the less-common payout method and are willing to wait three decades for the full amount.
Experts recommend that a winner signs the back of the ticket and keeps the victory private for as long as possible. Maintaining secrecy can help avoid unwanted attention from friends, family, or strangers who might seek a share of the prize. Building a small team-including a financial advisor, a tax advisor, and a lawyer-is also advised.
Drawing Schedule and Game Rules
Powerball drawings occur every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. ET. The game is played in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Tickets cost $2 each, and the Power Play option is available in participating states for an additional $1.
Key Takeaways
- The jackpot now stands at $1.7 billion, with a cash option of $781.3 million.
- Winning numbers were 36, 54, 18, 3, 41 and Powerball 7, with a 2× Power Play.
- $1 million winners appeared in eight states; no $2 million winners.
- The pot is the fourth-largest in Powerball history and fourth-largest across national lottery games.
The growing jackpot continues to capture public imagination, and the next drawing could see a new record set if no one claims the prize again.
