Powerball jackpot winning numbers for July 15 revealed - Check who won the $498 million jackpot on Wednesday night

The Powerball jackpot has surged to an estimated $498 million for the Wednesday, July 15 drawing after no ticket matched all six numbers in the previous draw. If no one claims the top prize this time, the jackpot will roll over again, pushing the grand prize even higher for the next drawing. Although the jackpot grabs most of the headlines, Powerball offers several ways to win. Players can earn cash prizes by matching fewer numbers, with every drawing producing winners across multiple prize tiers. Payouts range from a few dollars to substantial sums, depending on how many numbers are matched.

The advertised $498 million jackpot is paid as an annuity over 30 years through annual installments. Winners may instead choose a one-time lump-sum cash option, currently estimated at $221 million before federal taxes and any applicable state taxes. Despite the enormous prize, the odds of hitting the jackpot remain slim. According to Powerball, the chance of matching all five white balls plus the red Powerball is about 1 in 292.2 million, making it one of the most difficult lottery jackpots to win in the United States.

Still, the life-changing payout continues to attract millions of hopeful players. Powerball tickets are sold in 45 states, along with Washington, DC, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands, making it one of the country's most popular lottery games.


With anticipation building ahead of Wednesday's drawing, players nationwide will be watching to see whether someone wins the $498 million prize. If no ticket matches all six numbers, the jackpot will roll over once again, setting the stage for an even bigger prize in the next drawing.

Powerball winning numbers for July 15

The winning numbers for July 15 (Wednesday): 02-07-18-29-38 and the Powerball is: 16. The Powerplay was 2X.

When is the next Powerball drawing?

The next drawing will take place July 18, 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.