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Powerball Jackpot Climbs to $498 Million for Wednesday Drawing

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The Powerball jackpot has climbed to an estimated $498 million ahead of the Wednesday, July 16, 2026, drawing after no one matched all six numbers in Monday night’s drawing. More Tennessee Lottery Results!

Recent Winning Numbers

The Powerball numbers drawn Monday, July 14, 2026, were 5, 25, 36, 40, 48 and Powerball 3. The Power Play multiplier was 2x.

Current Jackpot

The Powerball jackpot stands at an estimated $498 million for the Wednesday, July 16, 2026, drawing. Players who prefer a one-time payment can take the cash option, valued at approximately $221 million before taxes.

Next Drawing

The next Powerball drawing is Wednesday, July 16, 2026, at 10:59 p.m. ET. Tickets must be purchased before 10 p.m. ET on the night of the drawing.

How to Play Powerball

Powerball tickets cost $2 per play. Choose five numbers from 1 to 69 and one Powerball number from 1 to 26. Drawings are held every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Add the Power Play option for $1 more per play to multiply non-jackpot prizes by 2x, 3x, 4x, 5x or 10x. Matching all six numbers wins the jackpot.

Jackpot at a Glance

  • Jackpot: $498 million (annuity)
  • Cash option: $221 million
  • Next drawing: Wednesday, July 16, 2026
  • Drawing time: 10:59 p.m. ET
  • Ticket cost: $2 per play

Source: Powerball.com

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