Powerball winning numbers for August 5 revealed - Did someone win the $786 million jackpot on Wednesday night?

The Powerball jackpot soared to an estimated $786 million for the Wednesday, August 5, drawing after no ticket matched all six winning numbers in the previous draw. If no one claims the top prize again, the jackpot will roll over and grow even larger for the next drawing. While the jackpot grabs most of the spotlight, Powerball offers several other ways to win. Players can still take home cash prizes by matching fewer numbers, with payouts ranging from a few dollars to substantial amounts depending on the prize tier.

The advertised $786 million jackpot is paid as an annuity over 30 years in annual installments. Winners may also choose a one-time lump-sum cash option, currently estimated at $341.6 million, before federal taxes and any applicable state taxes. According to Powerball, the odds of winning the jackpot are about 1 in 292.2 million.

Even with those long odds, the chance to win a life-changing prize continues to attract millions of players. Powerball tickets are sold in 45 states, along with Washington, DC, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands, making it one of the most popular lottery games in the United States.


With anticipation running high ahead of Wednesday night's drawing, players across the country are waiting to see if someone will finally hit the jackpot. If no ticket matches all six winning numbers, the prize will roll over once again, creating an even bigger jackpot for the next Powerball drawing.

Powerball winning numbers for August 5

The winning numbers for August 5 (Wednesday): 14-20-59-60-61 and the Powerball is: 25. The Powerplay was 2X.

When is the next Powerball drawing?

The next drawing will take place August 8, Saturday. 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.