A single ticket claimed the $217 million Powerball jackpot in the Saturday draw, resetting the top prize to an estimated $20 million for the next drawing on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. The winning numbers were 7, 24, 37, 42, 57, with red Powerball 05 and a 2X Power Play multiplier. This reset offers a fresh start for players across 45 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, where tickets cost $2 each and require participants to meet local age minimums, typically 18.
Breakdown of Saturday's Prizes and Winners
The jackpot winner stood alone in matching all five white balls from 1 to 69 and the red Powerball from 1 to 26. Lower-tier prizes distributed widely, with hundreds of thousands claiming smaller amounts.
| Match Category | Winners | Prize |
|---|---|---|
| 5 of 5 + Powerball | 1 | $217 Million |
| 5 of 5 | 0 | $1 Million |
| 4 of 5 + Powerball | 12 | $50,000 |
| 4 of 5 | 322 | $100 |
| 3 of 5 + Powerball | 714 | $100 |
| 3 of 5 | 21,783 | $7 |
| 2 of 5 + Powerball | 16,841 | $7 |
| 1 of 5 + Powerball | 125,949 | $4 |
| Powerball Only | 292,503 | $4 |
| 5 of 5 with Power Play | 0 | $2 Million |
| 4 of 5 + Powerball with Power Play | 4 | $150,000 |
| 4 of 5 with Power Play | 89 | $300 |
| 3 of 5 + Powerball with Power Play | 240 | $300 |
| 3 of 5 with Power Play | 6,904 | $21 |
| 2 of 5 + Powerball with Power Play | 5,232 | $21 |
| 1 of 5 + Powerball with Power Play | 39,740 | $12 |
| Powerball Only with Power Play | 91,236 | $12 |
Power Play, added for $1 extra, boosted non-jackpot wins up to 10 times, aiding thousands in smaller payouts.
How Powerball Works and Entry Options
Players select five white balls from 1 to 69 and one red Powerball from 1 to 26, or use Quick Pick for random generation. Drawings occur Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. Eastern Time. No U.S. citizenship required; visitors can purchase tickets in eligible areas, subject to state rules on online sales.
Jackpot Growth, Payout Choices, and Taxes
Without a jackpot winner, funds roll over, swelling the prize for subsequent draws. Winners elect annuity payments over 30 years or a lump-sum cash option at a reduced value. Federal taxes withhold 24 percent immediately, with further amounts based on income; states like California and Texas impose no additional tax. This structure balances immediate windfalls against long-term security amid widespread participation.
