California, August 25, 2025
News Summary
The Powerball lottery has reached an estimated $750 million, the 10th largest jackpot in the game’s history. The next drawing is on August 25, 2025, after no jackpot winners in the last draw. While the jackpot remains untouched, there were significant prizes for multiple winners across the country, including two $1 million winners in Maine and New York. Players have a chance at a lump sum of approximately $338.6 million or an increasing annuity payment option.
California—The Powerball lottery jackpot has surged to an estimated $750 million, marking it as the 10th largest jackpot in the game’s history. The next drawing is set for Monday evening, August 25, 2025. No jackpot winner was declared in the last drawing on Saturday, which featured the numbers 11, 14, 34, 47, 51, and Powerball 18.
During the Saturday drawing, despite no one claiming the jackpot, there were several significant prize winners. Two tickets sold in Maine and New York matched all five white ball numbers, each earning a reward of $1 million. Additionally, a ticket sold in South Dakota matched the same five numbers but won $2 million due to the utilization of the Power Play option. Overall, more than 30 tickets across the nation fetched prizes ranging between $50,000 and $100,000.
In California, the excitement was palpable as over 230,000 winning tickets were sold, with the highest single prize amounting to $21,448. The upcoming drawing will be the 37th since a jackpot-winning ticket was sold on May 31, 2025, which brought in a winning total of $204.5 million.
Those dreaming of hitting the $750 million jackpot will have two options for claiming their prize once a winner emerges: a lump sum payment of approximately $338.6 million or an annuity option that consists of one immediate payment followed by 29 annual payments that increase by 5% each year. It’s noteworthy that the cost of Powerball tickets is $2, available in 45 states, along with the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Drawings are conducted every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 8 p.m. PDT on the West Coast.
The odds of clinching the Powerball jackpot currently stand at 1 in 292.2 million, underscoring the challenges lottery participants face. The largest Powerball jackpot in the game’s history was an astounding $2.04 billion, which was won by a single ticket sold in Altadena, California, in 2022.
Powerball Details at a Glance
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Current Jackpot Amount | $750 million |
| Next Drawing Date | August 25, 2025 |
| Odds of Winning | 1 in 292.2 million |
| Ticket Cost | $2 |
| Powerball Drawing Schedule | Every Monday, Wednesday, Saturday at 8 p.m. PDT |
| Largest Jackpot in History | $2.04 billion (2022) |
FAQs
What is the current Powerball jackpot?
The current Powerball jackpot is estimated at $750 million.
When is the next drawing?
The next Powerball drawing is scheduled for August 25, 2025.
What are the odds of winning the jackpot?
The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are 1 in 292.2 million.
How much does a Powerball ticket cost?
A Powerball ticket costs $2.
What are the options for claiming the jackpot?
Winners can choose between a lump sum payment of approximately $338.6 million or an annuity option consisting of one immediate payment followed by 29 annual payments that increase by 5% each year.
Deeper Dive: News & Info About This Topic
- ABC News: Powerball Jackpot Reaches $700 Million
- Wikipedia: Powerball
- KTLA: 750M Powerball Jackpot
- Google Search: Powerball Jackpot
- CBS News: Powerball Winning Numbers
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery
- IndyStar: Powerball Winning Numbers
- Google News: Powerball News
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