Powerball winning numbers for April 22 revealed: Did anyone win $100 million jackpot on Wednesday night?

The Powerball jackpot has climbed to an estimated $100 million for the April 22 drawing, drawing renewed attention from hopeful players nationwide. As of Wednesday night, no ticket had matched all six numbers, leaving the grand prize unclaimed. If no winner emerges, the jackpot will continue to grow heading into the next draw.

Lottery officials are reminding participants to carefully check their tickets. Even without hitting the jackpot, players can still win across several prize tiers, with rewards ranging from modest amounts to significant payouts based on the number of matches.

Winners have two payment options. The annuity plan offers the full $100 million, distributed over 30 years with annual increases of about 5 percent. The alternative is a one-time cash payout estimated at around $45.6 million before taxes.


Despite steep odds - roughly 1 in 292.2 million - Powerball remains hugely popular. Tickets are available in 45 states, as well as Washington, DC, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands.

Recent jackpots have kept excitement levels high. Earlier this month, a winning ticket in Delaware landed a $231 million prize, while another jackpot worth $250.8 million was claimed in Arkansas in March, adding to the ongoing lottery buzz.

Powerball winning numbers for April 22

The winning numbers for April 22 (Wednesday): 24-29-32-49-63 and the Powerball is: 11. The Powerplay was 2X.

When is the next Powerball drawing?

The next drawing will take place April 25, 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.