Powerball winning numbers for April 15: Did anyone win $58 million jackpot on Wednesday night?

The Powerball jackpot climbed to an estimated $58 million for the April 13 drawing, sparking renewed interest among players nationwide. As of Wednesday night, officials had not reported any ticket matching all six numbers. If no winner emerges, the jackpot will continue to roll over and increase for the next drawing.

Players are being reminded to carefully check their tickets. Even without a jackpot winner, there are several lower-tier prizes available, with payouts ranging from modest amounts to significant sums depending on how many numbers are matched.

Winners have two payout choices. The annuity option, valued at about $58 million, is distributed over 30 years with annual increases of roughly 5 percent. The alternative is a one-time cash payment of approximately $26.4 million before taxes.


Although the odds of winning the jackpot remain extremely low - around 1 in 292.2 million - the game continues to draw strong participation. Tickets are available in 45 states, as well as Washington, DC, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands.

Recent large wins have helped maintain excitement. A ticket sold in Delaware won $231 million on April 6, and another player in Arkansas claimed $250.8 million on March 2, keeping enthusiasm for the game high.

Powerball winning numbers for April 15

The winning numbers for April 15 (Wednesday): 13-21-27-43-45 and the Powerball is: 26. The Powerplay was 5X.

When is the next Powerball drawing?

The next drawing will take place April 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.