Powerball Results: Dec. 17, 2025 Winning Numbers Announced
The Powerball jackpot for December 17, 2025, reached an impressive $1.25 billion. This amount marks one of the largest prizes in lottery history, and it comes during the holiday season when interest in such jackpots often surges.
Powerball Winning Numbers for December 17, 2025
The winning numbers from the December 17 drawing were 25, 33, 53, 62, 66, with the Powerball being 17. For those opting for a one-time cash payout, the prize was estimated at $572.1 million.
Chance of Winning and Draw Details
To win the Powerball, players must match all five drawn numbers plus the Powerball itself. The odds of hitting the jackpot are approximately 1 in 292 million. Drawings occur every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. ET.
- Next Drawing: Saturday, December 20, 2025
- Live Streaming: Available on the official Powerball website
- Check Results: Visit the Powerball website or your state lottery site
Purchasing Tickets
Powerball tickets are available across 45 states, including Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky, as well as Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Tickets can be purchased at various locations, such as:
- Gas Stations
- Convenience Stores
- Grocery Stores
The cost of a Powerball ticket is $2 per play. Additionally, players can add the Power Play option for an extra $1 to increase their winnings, except for the jackpot. There is also a Double Play option available for an additional $1, offering a second chance to win.
How to Play Powerball
Participating in Powerball is straightforward. Players can choose five numbers from 1 to 69 for the white balls and one number from 1 to 26 for the red Powerball. The Power Play multiplier allows winnings to be multiplied by 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X, or even 10X.
Noteworthy Powerball Jackpots
The current jackpot is among the largest in Powerball history. As of September 2025, here are the top 10 biggest Powerball jackpots:
| Rank | Jackpot Amount | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2.04 billion | November 7, 2022 | California |
| 2 | $1.8 billion | September 6, 2025 | Missouri and Texas |
| 3 | $1.765 billion | October 11, 2023 | California |
| 4 | $1.586 billion | January 13, 2016 | California, Florida, Tennessee |
| 5 | $1.33 billion | April 6, 2024 | Oregon |
| 6 | $1.08 billion | January 1, 2024 | Michigan |
| 7 | $768.4 million | March 27, 2019 | Wisconsin |
| 8 | $758.7 million | August 23, 2017 | Massachusetts |
| 9 | $754.6 million | February 6, 2023 | Washington |
| 10 | $842.4 million | January 1, 2024 | Michigan |
The excitement around Powerball continues to grow, especially during the festive season. Keep an eye on the latest results and get ready for the next drawing!
