The Powerball jackpot is heating up again—now sitting at $58 million with a $26.4 million cash option ahead of the Wednesday, April 15 drawing.
? Quick Highlights
- ? Jackpot: $58 million
- ? Cash option: $26.4 million
- ?? Ticket price: $2 per play
- ? Draw nights: Monday, Wednesday, Saturday
The last big win hit on April 6, when a lucky player in Delaware scored a massive $231 million prize. That jackpot still hasn’t been claimed yet—so yes, big money is definitely in play right now.
? How to Play (Super Simple)
Getting in on the action is easy:
- Pick 5 white ball numbers (1–69)
- Choose 1 red Powerball (1–26)
- Or go with Quick Pick and let the computer decide
Want to boost your non-jackpot winnings? Add Power Play for an extra $1 and multiply prizes up to 10X.
? Who Can Play?
You don’t have to be a U.S. citizen or resident. As long as you:
- Buy your ticket from an authorized retailer
- Meet the minimum age (usually 18)
—you’re good to go, even if you’re visiting.
? Where It’s Not Available
Powerball is played across most of the U.S., but a few states sit it out:
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Hawaii
- Nevada
- Utah
? Biggest Jackpots Ever (Wild Numbers)
Some of the all-time wins are jaw-dropping:
- $2.04 billion (California, November 2022)
- $1.817 billion (Arkansas, December 2025)
- $1.787 billion (Missouri & Texas, September 2025)
- $1.586 billion (California, Florida & Tennessee, January 2016)
? What Happens Next?
If nobody hits all six numbers, the jackpot keeps rolling and growing—which is exactly how these massive billion-dollar prizes happen.