Powerball jackpot hits $143 million for Wednesday night drawing: What the April 29 winner could actually take home

The Powerball jackpot has climbed to an estimated $143 million for the April 29 drawing after no one matched all six numbers in the previous round. With the prize rolling over once again, anticipation is growing as players across the United States get ready for another chance at a massive win.

Those lucky enough to hit the jackpot will face two payout choices. The annuity plan offers the full advertised amount, distributed over 30 years with increasing annual payments. The second option is a one-time cash payout, currently estimated at about $65 million before taxes, allowing winners to access a large portion of the prize immediately.

Despite the extremely slim odds - roughly 1 in 292 million - Powerball continues to attract millions of participants nationwide. Tickets are available in most parts of the country, including 45 states, along with Washington, DC, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands, making it one of the most popular lottery games in the US


Recent big wins have kept excitement levels high. A winning ticket sold in Delaware recently claimed a $231 million jackpot, while another player in Arkansas landed a $250.8 million prize in March. These high-profile victories continue to fuel hopes that the next draw could produce yet another life-changing winner.

Powerball winning numbers for April 27

The winning numbers for April 27 (Monday): 18-31-33-36-62 and the Powerball is: 03. The Powerplay was 3X.

When is the next Powerball drawing?

The next drawing will take place April 29, 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.