Powerball jackpot climbs to $141 million for May 25 drawing – Here’s what the winner could actually pocket on Monday night

The Powerball jackpot for the May 25 drawing has surged to an estimated $141 million after no player matched all six winning numbers in Saturday night’s draw. The rising prize pool is drawing renewed attention from lottery fans across the United States, with many eager for a shot at a huge windfall. The jackpot winner can choose between two payment options. One option is the annuity plan, which distributes the full $141 million in annual payments over 30 years with gradually increasing amounts. The other option is a lump-sum cash payout estimated at approximately $62 million before taxes.

Although the odds of hitting the Powerball jackpot are about 1 in 292 million, ticket sales continue to climb as players dream of a life-changing win. Tickets are sold in most US states, as well as Washington, DC, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands.

Several major winners this year have kept excitement around the lottery high. A North Carolina player captured a $209.3 million jackpot in January, while a ticket sold in Arkansas landed a $250.8 million prize in March. Another winning ticket in Delaware claimed a $231 million jackpot in April, while shared prizes in recent weeks have added even more buzz to the game.
Since no one claimed the grand prize in the latest drawing, the jackpot rolls over again, setting the stage for even bigger anticipation ahead of the next Powerball draw.

Powerball winning numbers for May 23

The winning numbers for May 23 (Saturday): 04-16-41-48-66 and the Powerball is: 26. The Powerplay was 2X.
When is the next Powerball drawing?The next drawing will take place May 25, Monday. Drawings are held three times per week at approximately 10:59 PM ET every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.

What is the Powerball payout?

• Match 5 White Balls + Powerball: Jackpot
• Match 5 White Balls: $1 million
• Match 4 White Balls + Powerball: $50,000
• Match 4 White Balls: $100
• Match 3 White Balls + Powerball: $100
• Match 3 White Balls: $7
• Match 2 White Balls + Powerball: $7
• Match 1 White Ball + Powerball: $4
• Match Powerball: $4
• Match 5 White Balls with Power Play: $2 million
• Match 4 White Balls + Powerball with Power Play: $200,000
• Match 4 White Balls with Power Play: $400
• Match 3 White Balls + Powerball with Power Play: $400
• Match 3 White Balls with Power Play: $28
• Match 2 White Balls + Powerball with Power Play: $28
• Match 1 White Ball + Powerball with Power Play: $16
• Match Powerball with Power Play: $16

Deadline to buy Powerball tickets

The Powerball ticket purchase deadline varies by state, so one shouldn’t wait until the last minute. In New Jersey, sales close at 9:59PM on the day of the drawing, while in New York, the cutoff is 10PM.

How to play Powerball?

Powerball tickets cost $2 each, with an optional Power Play for an additional $1, which can multiply non-jackpot prizes by up to 5x (except for the jackpot and Match 5), and up to 10x if the jackpot is under $150 million.

Each player chooses five numbers from 1 to 69 for the white balls and one number from 1 to 26 for the red Powerball. A quick pick option is also available by the lottery machine which randomly generates numbers.

Prizes range from $4 for matching only the Powerball to $1 million for matching all five white balls (except in California), and the jackpot for matching all six numbers.

How many states have Powerball?

Powerball is available in 45 states, along with Washington, DC, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands, making it one of the most widely played lottery games in the United States.

How to buy Powerball tickets?

Powerball tickets can be bought in person at gas stations, convenience stores, grocery stores, and some airport terminals.

Alternatively, tickets can be purchased online through the Jackpocket app in select states: Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Texas, Washington DC, and West Virginia.

The Jackpocket app lets players choose their game and numbers, place orders, view tickets, and collect winnings directly from their phone or home computer, providing a convenient digital alternative to in-person purchases.