After the Powerball jackpot drawing on Monday, September 1, 2025, the game reached an estimated advantage of $1.3 billion. None of the six numbers were perfect to win the grand prize. This is an extended run of unclaimed jackpots which began May 31, 2025. The latest jackpot has become the fifth-largest in Powerball history, and it is drawing the attention of lottery players both in the United States and beyond.
Powerball Winning Numbers and Minor Prize Winners
Monday’s drawn winning lottery numbers were 8, 23, 25, 40 and 53, and the Powerball number was 5 with a Power Play of 3x. Two Montana and North Carolina players won a lottery of $2 million matching five numbers plus powerball with the Power Play option. Also, there were ten Powerball-free matches of five numbers that won the players one million dollars each. These winning tickets each worth $1 million, were sold in various states, such as California, Florida, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey (two tickets), New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia.
Upcoming Powerball Jackpot and Drawing Options
The Powerball drawing on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, will have an estimated jackpot of $1.3 billion once again. The winners will have the option to receive an annuity in 30 years with graduated payments or a lump-sum payout in the form of cash, which is estimated to be now worth about $589 million before taxes. The annuity option is composed of 30 annual payments that will grow by 5% each year, whereas the lump sum is a single payment that is diminished by the present value of money.
Total estimated jackpot and next drawing
Game Mechanics and Odds
Players pick five numbers from 1 to 69 for the white balls and one number from 1 to 26 for the red Powerball. Each ticket costs $2, with an optional $1 add-on for Power Play. The Power Play can multiply non-jackpot winnings by 2, 3, 4, 5, or 10 times, depending on the jackpot size. The odds of winning the jackpot stand at roughly 1 in 292.2 million, making the grand prize extremely difficult to win.
Ticket Availability and Participation
In the US, Powerballs are sold in convenience stores, at gas stations, at grocery stores, and in certain airports. Chosen states allow buying through official websites such as the Jackpocket app, where players can choose the numbers and control tickets online. The game is operational in 45 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The popularity of tickets during record jackpot runs such as this is not unusual.
Historical Context and Records
The biggest Powerball jackpot was $2.04 billion which was won in California in November 2022. The overall total number of consecutive draws without a major winner is 40, and this represents the 2nd-longest streak in the history of the game, as the record stands at 42 in April 2024. This long period without a big winner has resulted in larger ticket sales and has had the effect of growing the jackpot amounts to historic levels.
A number of significant Powerball jackpots were claimed in 2025. Examples include Oregon, $328.5 million given away to the winners in January, California, $526.5 million in March and California, $204.5 million in June. The present prize of one point three billion dollars is among the top five largest jackpots in the history of the game.
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Prize Payment and Taxation
At the time of payment, jackpot pays are subject to automatic federal withholding of 24%. There are further taxes when the winners submit their 2025 tax returns. Not all states are equal in regard to state taxes and some states such as California and Florida, do not impose state tax on lottery winnings. Rates in other states are between about 2.9% and 10.9%.
Impact on Players and Lottery Interest
The national and international attention is drawn to the jackpot of more than $1 billion. Most of the players choose Quick Pick, where the system picks the numbers randomly. The Power Play option increases non-jackpot wins, which gives players further incentive. The game continues to be highly active with three weekly draws on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
The prolonged streak of jackpots, in which no one wins the grand prize, has triggered higher ticket sales and publicity. Competitors can hardly wait till the next drawing, when they will be the next multi-millionaire or a billionaire.
Conclusion: Another Chance Ahead
The Powerball jackpot is one of the biggest lottery jackpots in the world. Another chance to win the huge prize is in the next drawing on September 3, following weeks of no grand prize winner. This has been an exciting event with players all over the US and even in other countries awaiting the outcome. Combining regular draws, easy access to tickets, and huge rewards, the Powerball game has guaranteed itself to remain popular among people who love lottery games.
