Powerball jackpot rises to $47 million for May 9 drawing

The Powerball jackpot has risen to an estimated $47 million for the May 9 drawing after no ticket matched all the winning numbers in the last round. As the prize pool continues to grow, lottery players across the United States are once again hoping for a life-changing win.

The upcoming draw gives winners two ways to claim their prize. The first is the annuity option, which pays the full $47 million amount over 30 years through yearly installments that gradually increase over time. The second is a lump-sum cash option, currently estimated at nearly $21.1 million before taxes are deducted.

Despite the extremely low odds of winning the grand prize - roughly 1 in 292 million - Powerball remains one of the most popular lottery games in the country. Tickets are sold in most US states as well as Washington, DC, Puerto Rico, and the United States Virgin Islands.


Interest in the game has stayed strong thanks to several recent jackpot winners. Earlier this year, a player in North Carolina won a massive $209.3 million jackpot in January. Another winning ticket worth $250.8 million was sold in Arkansas in March. In April, a lucky player from Delaware claimed a $231 million prize. More recently, two ticket holders split a $143 million jackpot on April 29, while another drawing on May 2 produced a shared $20 million win.

With no grand prize winner in the latest drawing, excitement is continuing to build as millions prepare for the next Powerball numbers to be revealed.

Powerball winning numbers for May 6

The winning numbers for May 6 (Wednesday): 18-27-51-65-68 and the Powerball is: 05. The Powerplay was 3X.

When is the next Powerball drawing?

The next drawing will take place May 9, Saturday. 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.