Powerball Jackpot Hits $484 Million Ahead of Wednesday’s Drawing

Orlando, Florida — The Powerball jackpot has climbed to an impressive $484 million after no ticket holders matched all six winning numbers in Monday’s drawing. The drawing will take place Wednesday at 11 p.m. ET, offering players a chance to win a life-changing sum.

The estimated cash payout for a winner choosing the one-time payment option is $228.1 million. This follows a recent jackpot win earlier this month where a player in Oregon took home a staggering $328.5 million.

In addition to the jackpot, two players from Florida and New Jersey each won $2 million in Monday’s drawing. These wins underscore the excitement surrounding the Powerball lottery, which continues to lure players with its promise of enormous payouts.

The winning numbers for Wednesday’s Powerball drawing will be announced shortly after 11 p.m. ET. Players need to choose six numbers: five from the range of 1 to 69 (the white balls) and one Powerball number from 1 to 26. The Power Play feature, available for an additional $1, can boost non-jackpot winnings significantly with multipliers of 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X, or 10X.

For those who prefer convenience or are unsure of their number selections, the “Quick Pick” option allows a computer to generate random numbers for players.

Powerball drawings occur three times a week — on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. If no one claims the jackpot, the prize amount increases for the next drawing, making it even more appealing for hopeful players.

Tickets for Powerball can be purchased at various retail outlets, including gas stations and grocery stores, and in some states, players can buy tickets online. The Jackpocket app offers a digital option for purchasing tickets, tracking numbers, and collecting winnings.

For more information, including responsible gambling resources, residents can seek assistance through gambling hotlines like 1-877-8-HOPE-NY or the national gambling helpline 1-800-GAMBLER.