Powerball jackpot climbs to $57 million for May 11 drawing - Here's what the winner could actually pocket on Monday night

The Powerball jackpot has climbed to an estimated $57 million for the May 11 drawing after no player matched all six numbers in Saturday night’s draw. With the top prize rolling over once again, excitement is building among lottery fans across the United States hoping to land a massive payday.

Winners of the jackpot can choose between two payout options. The first is the annuity plan, which distributes the full $57 million over 30 years through annual payments that increase gradually. The second option is a one-time cash payout, currently estimated at about $25.7 million before taxes.

Even though the odds of winning the grand prize remain extremely slim - around 1 in 292 million - Powerball continues to attract millions of players nationwide. Tickets are available in most US states along with Washington, DC, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands.


Interest in the game has remained high following a string of major jackpot wins in recent months. In January, a lucky ticket holder in North Carolina won $209.3 million. Another massive prize worth $250.8 million was claimed in Arkansas in March, while a Delaware player secured a $231 million jackpot in April.

More recently, two winners shared a $143 million jackpot on April 29, followed by another shared prize worth $20 million during the May 2 drawing.

Since no one claimed the grand prize in the latest draw, the jackpot continues to grow, adding even more anticipation ahead of the next Powerball drawing as players wait to see if someone will finally hit the winning numbers.

Powerball winning numbers for May 9

The winning numbers for May 9 (Saturday): 15-41-46-47-56 and the Powerball is: 22. The Powerplay was 2X.

When is the next Powerball drawing?

The next drawing will take place May 11, 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.