Powerball results for January 28 drawing revealed: Did anyone win $43 million jackpot on Wednesday night?

The Powerball jackpot climbed to an estimated $43 million for the January 28 drawing, drawing widespread attention across the country. As of Wednesday night, officials had not confirmed if any ticket matched all six winning numbers. If no top prize winner emerges, the jackpot will roll over and increase for the next drawing on Saturday.

Players are encouraged to check their tickets, as numerous secondary prizes - from thousands to millions of dollars - remain available. The jackpot can be claimed as a 30-year annuity worth roughly $43 million, with annual 5% increases, or as a lump-sum cash option of about $19.4 million before taxes.

With odds of 1 in 292.2 million, Powerball jackpots often grow quickly. The game is offered across 45 states, Washington, DC, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands.


This jackpot follows a reset after a North Carolina ticket claimed the estimated $209 million prize on January 21, matching all five white balls and the red Powerball. The game last reached historic levels in December 2025, when an Arkansas man won a record $1.817 billion Powerball jackpot on Christmas Eve - the second-largest lottery prize in US history.

Powerball winning numbers for January 28

The winning numbers for January 28 (Wednesday): 21-35-40-46-68 and the Powerball is: 11. The Powerplay was 10X.

When is the next Powerball drawing?

The next drawing will take place on Wednesday, January 31. 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.