California, August 25, 2025
News Summary
The Powerball lottery jackpot has reached an estimated $750 million, making it the 10th largest jackpot in history. This comes after no winning ticket was sold in the last drawing. The next drawing is scheduled for August 25, 2025. Several significant winning tickets were sold in the last draw, including two that won $1 million each in Maine and New York, and another that won $2 million in South Dakota. With odds of 1 in 292.2 million, players are encouraged to buy their tickets ahead of the drawing.
California – The Powerball lottery jackpot has surged to an estimated $750 million, marking it as the 10th largest jackpot in the game’s history. This comes after no winning ticket was sold in the previous drawing held on Saturday. The next drawing is scheduled for Monday evening, August 25, 2025.
The winning numbers for the last drawing were 11, 14, 34, 47, 51, and Powerball 18. Although no one won the jackpot, there were several significant winning tickets sold. Two tickets sold in Maine and New York matched all five white ball numbers, awarding each ticket holder $1 million. Additionally, a ticket sold in South Dakota matched all five white ball numbers and won $2 million thanks to the Power Play option.
Across the nation, over 30 tickets were sold that won between $50,000 and $100,000. In California, more than 230,000 winning tickets were sold, with the highest individual prize reaching $21,448.
This upcoming drawing will be the 37th since a jackpot winning ticket was last sold on May 31, 2025, in California for a $204.5 million prize. Players have the option to choose between a lump sum payment of roughly $338.6 million or an annuity option consisting of one immediate payment followed by 29 annual payments that increase by 5% each year.
Powerball tickets cost $2 each and are available in 45 states, as well as the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Drawings occur every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 8 p.m. PDT. The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot stand at 1 in 292.2 million.
The largest Powerball jackpot to date was an astounding $2.04 billion, won by a single ticket sold in Altadena, California, in 2022. As excitement builds around the current jackpot, players are urged to get their tickets in time for the upcoming drawing.
FAQ
What is the estimated amount of the Powerball jackpot currently?
The Powerball jackpot is currently estimated at $750 million.
When is the next Powerball drawing?
The next Powerball drawing is scheduled for Monday, August 25, 2025.
What were the winning numbers in the last drawing?
The winning numbers in the last drawing were 11, 14, 34, 47, 51, and Powerball 18.
What are the prize options for the jackpot winners?
Winners can choose a lump sum payment of approximately $338.6 million or an annuity option of one immediate payment followed by 29 annual payments that increase by 5% each year.
How much do Powerball tickets cost?
Powerball tickets cost $2 each.
What are the odds of winning the Powerball jackpot?
The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are 1 in 292.2 million.
Powerball Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Current Jackpot | $750 million |
| Next Drawing Date | August 25, 2025 |
| Last Winning Numbers | 11, 14, 34, 47, 51, Powerball 18 |
| Lump Sum Payment | Approx. $338.6 million |
| Annuity Payments | 1 payment followed by 29 payments increasing by 5% annually |
| Ticket Price | $2 |
| Odds of Winning Jackpot | 1 in 292.2 million |
Deeper Dive: News & Info About This Topic
- ABC News: Powerball Jackpot Reaches $700 Million
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- KTLA: 750M Powerball Jackpot in California
- IndyStar: Powerball Winning Numbers for August 23, 2025
- Desert Sun: California Lottery Results
- Wikipedia: Powerball
- Google Search: Powerball
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery
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