Powerball jackpot numbers for August 12 revealed - Did someone win the $1 billion top prize on Wednesday night?

The Powerball jackpot rose to an estimated $1 billion for the Wednesday, August 12, drawing after no ticket matched all six winning numbers in the previous draw. If no player wins the jackpot again, the massive prize will roll over to the next drawing and continue to grow. However, the jackpot is not the only way to win. Powerball players can also claim smaller cash prizes by matching fewer numbers, with payouts depending on the combination matched.

The advertised $1 billion prize is based on the annuity option, which is paid in annual installments over 30 years. Winners can instead choose a lump-sum cash option estimated at $433.1 million, before federal and applicable state taxes. According to Powerball, the odds of hitting the jackpot are about 1 in 292.2 million. Even with those extremely low odds, the chance to win a life-changing fortune continues to draw millions of players.

Powerball tickets are available in 45 states, Washington, DC, Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands, making it one of the most widely played lottery games in the country.


With the next drawing approaching, players are hoping their numbers will deliver the jackpot. If no ticket matches all six numbers, the prize will roll over once again, potentially creating an even bigger jackpot for the following drawing.

Powerball winning numbers for August 12

The winning numbers for August 12 (Wednesday): 04-26-66-67-69 and the Powerball is: 09. The Powerplay was 2X.

When is the next Powerball drawing?

The next drawing will take place August 15, 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.