Historic Powerball Jackpot: $1.8B Up for Grabs This Saturday

Powerball Jackpot Soars to $1.8 Billion—Second-Largest in U.S. History

The Powerball jackpot is climbing fast, now sitting at a staggering $1.80 billion—making it the second-largest lottery jackpot ever in the U.S. This weekend’s drawing on Saturday, Sept. 6, could turn one lucky player into an instant billionaire. Winners can choose a one-time cash payout of $770.3 million.

This massive jackpot is the biggest since April 2024, when a Californian scooped up $1.326 billion. The only time Powerball has ever hit $2 billion was back in November 2022, a historic milestone.

A Quick Look at the Top 10 U.S. Lottery Jackpots of All Time
Interestingly, eight of the top ten jackpots have happened this decade, showing just how high lottery stakes have climbed. The list features both Powerball and Mega Millions hits:

1. $2.04B – Powerball, Nov. 7, 2022, California

2. $1.80B – Powerball, TBD

3. $1.765B – Powerball, Oct. 11, 2023, California

4. $1.602B – Mega Millions, Aug. 8, 2023, Florida

5. $1.6B – Powerball, Jan. 13, 2016, California, Florida & Tennessee

6. $1.537B – Mega Millions, Oct. 23, 2018, South Carolina

7. $1.350B – Mega Millions, Jan. 13, 2023, Maine

8. $1.337B – Mega Millions, Jul. 29, 2022, Illinois

9. $1.326B – Powerball, Apr. 7, 2024, Oregon

10. $1.269B – Mega Millions, Dec. 27, 2024, California

How to Play
Powerball tickets are easy to get. You can grab one at gas stations, convenience stores, grocery stores, and even some airport terminals.