Powerball reaches $1.25 billion in jackpot for Wednesday’s drawing
The jackpot ofPowerballaccumulated to an estimated value of US$1.25 billion after no ticket matched all six numbers in the draw held on Monday, December 15, 2025. The numbers drawn were 23, 35, 59, 63, 68 and the red Powerball 2, with an Power Play multiplier of 4x.
The next contest takes place on Wednesday, December 17th at 10:59 pm Eastern Time. The immediate cash prize is approximately $572.1 million before taxes. Essa accumulation represents the sixth largest jackpot in lottery history.
Two tickets sold at Arizona and Califórnia matched the five white balls and won US$1 million each. Outros smaller prizes were awarded in several categories during Monday’s drawing.
Recently drawn numbers
The rollover streak began after the last winning jackpot on September 6, 2025, when a prize of US$1.787 billion was split between Missouri and Texas tickets. Desde then, Powerball registered 43 draws without a main winner until the December 15th contest.
The previous draw, held on December 13, also had no winner for the main prize, contributing to the rapid growth in the accumulated value.
Rules for participation in Powerball
Powerball tickets cost $2 each and are available in 45 U.S. states, as well as Washington D.C., Porto Rico and Ilhas Virgens. Players select five white numbers from 1 to 69 and one red number Powerball from 1 to 26.
- Option Power Play for an extra $1 multiplies non-jackpot prizes up to 10 times.
- Odds of winning the main jackpot are 1 in 292.2 million.
- Drawings take place on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays at 10:59 pm ET.
- Live streams available on the official Powerball website.
This structure allows smaller prizes to be distributed frequently, even in draws without a big jackpot winner.
Grand prize history
Powerball has recorded historic jackpots exceeding US$2 billion in previous years. The absolute record remains at US$2.04 billion, won in November 2022 for a ticket on Califórnia.
In 2025, the September prize marked the second largest in history to date. The current cumulative total of US$1.25 billion ranks as the sixth largest, reflecting accelerated growth after long streaks without winners.
Other recent billion-dollar jackpots include amounts distributed across multiple states, expanding the lottery’s national reach.
Other winners from the last draw
Although the jackpot was not claimed, the December 15th drawing awarded prizes to several entrants in secondary categories. Além of the two million dollars worth of $1 million prizes, 43 tickets won $50,000 and 14 won $200,000 with Power Play activated.
These values demonstrate that Powerball distributes millions in prizes even without a main winner. The lottery maintains fixed odds for all ranges, encouraging regular participation.
Payment options for winners
Jackpot winners choose between annual payments in 30 increasing annual installments or a single cash payment. Ambas the modalities include federal and state tax deductions, varying according to the jurisdiction.
The announced value of US$1.25 billion refers to the pre-tax annuity option. Choosing lump sum reduces the final amount, but allows immediate access to resources.
Secondary prize distribution
Powerball offers nine prize tiers in addition to the jackpot. Acertar just the red Powerball guarantees $4, while partial combinations reach hundreds of thousands with multipliers.
In Monday’s draw, thousands of smaller tickets were awarded throughout the participating territory. Essa structure guarantees frequent returns for players, regardless of the main rollover.
Current jackpot growth
The prize began its current sequence at low values after the September draw. Rolagens in a row gradually increased the amount until it surpassed the billion-dollar mark for the second time in 2025.
Factors such as high sales in periods of large accruals accelerate this process. The current value attracts national attention in the Estados Unidos, with queues at points of sale recorded in several states.
Next draw and expectations
The December 17th contest maintains the standard time of 10:59 pm ET. Bilhetes remain on sale until minutes before closing, depending on local rules.
Lottery experts highlight the rarity of such long streaks without major winners. The jackpot continues to grow until all numbers are matched by at least one valid ticket.
Biggest jackpots in Powerball history
The lottery has racked up record prizes over the years, with values adjusted by changes to odds rules in 2015.
- US$2.04 billion in 2022.
- US$1.787 billion in September 2025.
- US$1.586 billion in 2016.
- Others above US$1 billion complete the top ranking.
The current prize joins this exclusive list, reinforcing Powerball’s position as one of the most awarded lotteries in the world.
Participation and ticket sales
Points of sale in 48 American jurisdictions register significant increase during billion-dollar accumulations. Official online Opções facilitate betting in authorized states.
Revenues from Powerball fund educational and public programs in participating territories. Parte of unclaimed funds returns to these initiatives after expiration dates.
