Powerball jackpot goes past $200 million for September 9 drawing - Here's what Wednesday night's winner could take home

The Powerball jackpot has climbed to an estimated $207 million for Wednesday night’s drawing after no ticket matched all six winning numbers in Monday’s drawing. The advertised jackpot reflects the annuity option, which would provide the winner with payments spread over 30 years. Those who prefer a one-time payout can choose the estimated $89.3 million cash option instead. However, neither figure represents the amount a winner would necessarily take home. Powerball winnings are subject to federal income taxes, while state and local taxes could further reduce the payout, depending on where the winning ticket was purchased. After taxes, the winner’s actual proceeds could be substantially lower than the advertised annuity value or cash option.

POWERBALL'S MASSIVE JACKPOTS CONTINUE IN 2026

Winning the Powerball jackpot remains one of the most difficult feats in the lottery world. Players must match all five white balls and the red Powerball to claim the grand prize. The odds of hitting all six numbers are roughly 1 in 292.2 million, making a jackpot win an exceptionally rare event. Despite those daunting odds, 2026 has already produced several massive Powerball jackpots. The biggest came on August 12, when a ticket sold in Illinois matched all six numbers to win an estimated $1.04 billion. The jackpot had rolled over for 44 consecutive drawings before the Illinois ticket ended the streak. The prize ranks as the eighth-largest jackpot in Powerball history.


The winner can receive the advertised $1.04 billion through a 30-year annuity or choose an estimated $450.5 million cash option. Taxes apply to both choices, so the winner’s final take-home amount will be lower. Other states have also recorded major Powerball wins this year. A North Carolina ticket won an estimated $209.3 million jackpot in January. In March, an Arkansas player claimed approximately $250.8 million, while a Delaware ticket won about $231 million in April.

HOW HIGH CAN THE POWERBALL JACKPOT GO?

Powerball jackpots can grow quickly when no player matches all six winning numbers. Each drawing without a jackpot winner pushes the top prize into the next drawing, allowing the amount to increase by millions of dollars. The largest Powerball jackpot ever won was $2.04 billion in 2022. Two other jackpots topped $1.7 billion, reaching $1.817 billion and $1.787 billion in 2025. Players can also win substantial prizes without claiming the jackpot. Matching all five white balls while missing the red Powerball is worth $1 million before taxes. Those who add the optional Power Play feature can have certain non-jackpot prizes multiplied, potentially boosting their winnings.

Powerball tickets are sold in 45 states, Washington, DC, Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands. Its wide availability and the possibility of jackpots reaching hundreds of millions or even billions of dollars keep millions of players interested. As jackpots roll over from one drawing to the next, excitement typically builds among hopeful players chasing a life-changing prize.

Powerball winning numbers for September 7

The winning numbers for September 7 (Wednesday): 15-19-28-39-56 and the Powerball is: 03. The Powerplay was 3X.

When is the next Powerball drawing?

The next drawing will take place on September 9, Wednesday. 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.