Powerball Results: March 26, 2025 Drawing
The eagerly awaited Powerball drawing on March 26, 2025, has resulted in a staggering jackpot of $483 million, continuing to excite players across the United States and beyond. This popular lottery, which is available in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, captivates millions with its thrice-weekly drawings held on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
For just $2 per ticket, participants gain a chance at transformational wealth. Additionally, players can opt for Power Play or Double Play for an extra dollar, enhancing their potential winnings. With daunting odds of 1 in 292 million for winning the jackpot, participants feel a surge of anticipation with each drawing.
Winning Numbers and Draw Details
Shortly after 11 p.m. ET, the winning numbers were released: 5, 20, 29, 39, 53 with the Powerball being 6. The Power Play multiplier was set to 3X. Despite the excitement, no ticket matched all the drawn numbers, resulting in a rollover of the jackpot. The projected one-time cash option stands at $228.1 million.
Even though no one won the jackpot, many players across the nation still walked away with significant prizes. In Ohio alone, thousands of winning tickets were reported, including one for $50,000. Additionally, three lucky players from California, New York, and Washington, D.C. each won $1 million.
Next Powerball Drawing
With the jackpot now rising to an estimated $515 million, the next drawing is scheduled for Saturday, March 29, 2025. This increase continues the recent trend of rollovers, which only adds to the excitement surrounding upcoming draws.
Detailed Winning Breakdown
The March 26 drawing also yielded a variety of significant secondary winners. In Florida and New Jersey, players who matched five numbers walked away with a $2 million prize. Notably, over 17,000 winners were reported in Ohio, with one player claiming a $50,000 reward. Furthermore, numerous players across different states won amounts ranging from $4 to $21, showcasing that Powerball offers meaningful rewards even without hitting the jackpot.
About Powerball
Powerball is operated by the Multi-State Lottery Association and has gained fame for its enormous jackpots and thrilling gameplay. Each entry costs $2, requiring players to select five white balls and one red Powerball. Players can enhance their potential winnings by opting for Power Play or Double Play for an additional dollar.
Drawings occur three times per week in Tallahassee, Florida, at 10:59 p.m. ET, although ticket sales closures may vary by state. Powerball jackpots start at $20 million and can continue to grow until a winner is determined. Players have the option to receive their winnings as a lump-sum payment or as an annuity paid over 29 years in escalating installments.
Powerball has a history of creating record-breaking jackpots, such as the $842.4 million prize won in Michigan in January 2024 and the incredible $2.1 billion payout claimed in California in 2022. Despite the low odds of winning the jackpot, secondary prizes remain an enticing option, with significantly better odds. For example, the chance of winning $1 million by matching five numbers, excluding the Powerball, is approximately 1 in 11.7 million.
Stay tuned for more updates on Powerball as the year progresses and the jackpots continue to grow!