As of November 19, 2025, the Powerball jackpot has reached an impressive $593 million. This surge in prize money follows a recent Mega Millions win of $980 million, creating a heightened sense of excitement among players. With just a $2 ticket, participants have the chance to become multimillionaires, highlighting the allure of the lottery.
Current Lottery Landscape
The current Powerball jackpot escalated after no ticket matched the winning numbers in the previous drawing for a $570 million prize on November 17. This latest draw marks the thirty-first increase since the jackpot reset to $20 million on September 8, 2025, after two tickets from Texas and Missouri won a historic Powerball drawing worth $1.787 billion on September 6, 2025.
Recent Winning Tickets
- Powerball Jackpot: $593 million as of November 19, 2025.
- Last Powerball Draw: November 17, 2025 – winning numbers: 7-33-50-57-66 (Powerball: 23).
- Historical Win: $1.787 billion Powerball drawing won by tickets sold in Fredericksburg, Texas, and St. Louis, Missouri.
- Mega Millions Win: A ticket from a Georgia Publix won $980 million on November 14, 2025.
Upcoming Drawings and Odds
The next Powerball drawing is slated for Saturday, November 22, 2025, with drawings taking place three times a week at 11 p.m. ET. Players have a daunting 1 in 292.2 million chance of matching all six numbers and winning the jackpot. The prize pool varies, with amounts starting at $2 for matching the basic requirements.
Jackpot History
The Powerball jackpot has experienced a significant rolling pattern since early September. Here’s a brief overview of recent jackpot amounts:
| Date | Jackpot Amount |
|---|---|
| November 19, 2025 | $593 million |
| November 17, 2025 | $570 million |
| November 15, 2025 | $546 million |
| November 12, 2025 | $512 million |
| November 10, 2025 | $490 million |
Claiming Your Prize
Winners in Florida must claim their prizes within 180 days. However, to opt for a single-payment cash option, winners must take action within 60 days of the draw date. It’s crucial for players to understand their state’s specific lottery rules, including claiming procedures and potential anonymity.
The excitement surrounding the Powerball and Mega Millions demonstrates the ongoing appeal of lottery games in the United States. With the opportunity for life-changing sums of money, many continue to participate, hoping to strike gold with a simple $2 ticket.
