Powerball Jackpot winning numbers announced as the grand prize hits $1.10 billion, plan your next move

No one claimed the $1 billion prize on Saturday’s drawing of the Powerball jackpot, pushing the grand prize to an astonishing $1.10 billion. The winning numbers for the drawing were 3, 18, 22, 27, 33, and Powerball 17. Several players still walked away with significant winnings. Three ticket holders matched five numbers plus the Power Play, each winning $2 million, while nine others matched five numbers to win $1 million apiece. The next Powerball drawing is scheduled for Monday(1 September), coinciding with Labor Day.

Jackpots increase when no one wins the top prize, rolling over to the next drawing and compounding with interest and ticket sales. According to lottery analysts, the larger the jackpot, the higher the ticket sales, creating a cycle that can push the prize into the billion-dollar range.

If a lucky winner claims the jackpot, they could opt for a lump-sum payment of over $498.4 million before taxes, or take the full $1.10 billion annuity, starting at $4.5 million per year and rising by 5 percent annually to $18.7 million over the next 30 years.


Powerball has not produced a jackpot winner in nearly three months, with the last winning ticket, a $204.5 million prize, sold in California on May 31.

What is Powerball?

Powerball is a multi-state lottery in the United States that offers huge jackpots, often reaching hundreds of millions of dollars or more. Players select numbers for a chance to win cash prizes, including the jackpot. A standard ticket costs $2 with an additional $1 for power play option. Players can buy tickets online in states where online lottery sales are available.

The winning amount is subject to federal and state taxes. Players must be at least 18 years old (age may vary by state) and located in the United States or participating jurisdictions. International players must comply with state laws.