The Powerball jackpot has reached a staggering $1.25 billion for the next drawing scheduled on December 17. This is now the sixth-largest jackpot in the game’s history, following a lack of matching numbers in the prior drawing.
Next Drawing Schedule
The upcoming Powerball drawing will take place on Wednesday, December 17, at 10:59 p.m. Drawings occur regularly on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
How to Participate
- Ticket Purchase Deadline: In Michigan, tickets can be bought until 9:45 p.m. on the day of the draw.
- Cost to Play: A Powerball ticket costs $2, with an additional $1 for the Power Play feature.
Powerball Prizes Overview
Powerball offers a range of prizes based on the number of matches made. Here’s a breakdown of potential winnings:
| Match | Prize Amount |
|---|---|
| Match 5 + Powerball | Jackpot |
| Match 5 | $1 million |
| Match 4 + Powerball | $50,000 |
| Match 4 | $100 |
| Match 3 + Powerball | $100 |
| Match 3 | $7 |
| Match 2 + Powerball | $7 |
| Match 1 + Powerball | $4 |
| Match Powerball | $4 |
| Match 5 with Power Play | $2 million |
| Match 4 + Powerball with Power Play | $200,000 |
| Match 4 with Power Play | $400 |
| Match 3 + Powerball with Power Play | $400 |
| Match 3 with Power Play | $28 |
| Match 2 + Powerball with Power Play | $28 |
| Match 1 + Powerball with Power Play | $16 |
| Match Powerball with Power Play | $16 |
Odds of Winning
The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot stand at approximately 1 in 292.2 million. Players are encouraged to keep these odds in mind when participating.
Double Play Feature
Players have the option to add the Double Play feature to their ticket for an additional $1. This allows their numbers to be entered into a second drawing, which can yield prizes up to $10 million. The Double Play drawing occurs shortly after the regular Powerball draw.
Finding Winning Numbers
The winning numbers for Powerball are broadcast live and also available for viewing on Powerball.com. Players can stay updated by visiting El-Balad for the most current lottery information.
