The Powerball jackpot reached $120 million for the drawing on Saturday, March 21, 2026, with a cash option of $54.4 million, according to the Powerball website. While the grand prize remains unclaimed, Saturday’s drawing did produce winning numbers, offering players a chance at substantial prizes. The last Powerball jackpot was won on March 2, 2026, with a single winning ticket in Arkansas claiming $251 million.
The winning numbers for the March 21, 2026 Powerball drawing are 12-59-36-28-41, with a Powerball of 2. The Power Play was 2x. Players hoping to test their luck again will have another opportunity on Monday, March 23, as Powerball drawings are held three times a week – Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. ET.
Powerball Prizes and Odds
The Powerball offers a range of prizes, from matching the Powerball alone for a $4 reward to hitting the jackpot by matching all five white balls and the Powerball. Here’s a breakdown of the potential winnings:
- 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
The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are a daunting 1 in 292.2 million, according to the Powerball website. Despite the long odds, the allure of a life-changing prize continues to draw millions of players.
Ticket Sales and Deadlines
Powerball tickets cost $2 each. For those in New York, in-store and online ticket sales are available until 10 p.m. On the night of the draw. Players in New Jersey have until 9:45 p.m. To purchase tickets, while Connecticut residents have until 10 p.m.
The Mega Millions jackpot currently stands at $60 million, offering another opportunity for lottery enthusiasts to try their luck.
Historical Powerball Jackpots
The Powerball has a history of generating massive jackpots. Here are the top 10 largest Powerball jackpots since the lottery began in 1992:
- $2.04 billion, Nov. 7, 2022: Won in California
- $1.817 billion, Dec. 24, 2025: Won in Arkansas
- $1.787 billion, Sept. 6, 2025: Won in Missouri and Texas
- $1.765 billion, Oct. 11, 2023: Won in California
- $1.586 billion, Jan. 13, 2016: Three winners in California, Florida, Tennessee
- $1.326 billion, April 6, 2024: Won in Oregon
- $1.08 billion, July 19, 2023: Won in California
- $842.4 million, Jan. 1, 2024: Won in Michigan
- $768.4 million, March 27, 2019: Won in Wisconsin
- $758.7 million, Aug. 23, 2017: Won in Massachusetts
The next Powerball drawing is scheduled for Monday, March 23, offering another chance to win substantial. As the jackpot rolls over, anticipation builds for the next opportunity to claim a life-altering prize.
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