CLEVELAND — The excitement around the Powerball lottery continues to grow as the jackpot for the drawing on Saturday, January 4, 2025, rolled over without any winners for the massive prize. The jackpot, which was initially set at $205.9 million, now climbs to $220 million for the next drawing scheduled for Monday, January 6, at 10:59 p.m. EST. The winning numbers drawn on January 4 were 26, 32, 43, 54, 56, and the Powerball was 24. The Power Play multiplier for this drawing was 2x.
Although nobody matched all six numbers to win the jackpot, many players celebrated significant wins on smaller prizes throughout Ohio. According to the Ohio Lottery, the distribution of prizes included: one winner of $100,000, fourteen winners of $200, twenty-eight winners of $100, and so forth.
Below is the complete breakdown of the prizes won:
- $100,000 prize: 1 winner
- $200 prize: 14 winners
- $100 prize: 28 winners
- $14 prize: 478 winners
- $8 prize: 5,687 winners
- $7 prize: 877 winners
- $4 prize: 10,616 winners
For those wondering about their chances of winning, the odds of hitting the jackpot are set at approximately one in 292,201,338—not significantly different from the Mega Millions odds of one in 302,575,350. For players optimistic about winning $1 million, the odds improve to one in 11,688,053.52.
The anticipation around the Powerball lottery consistently excites players, especially when numbers climb to substantial amounts like those recently seen. The Powerball lottery has generated millionaires across the Midwest and beyond, with notable wins occurring regularly. For example, earlier in 2023, one lucky ticket purchased at GetGo in Macedonia, Ohio, led to the winner pocketing $252.6 million during the April 19 draw.
Looking back at past winners, 2024 also saw substantial payouts with two $1 million winners from Mega Millions on December 3 and several other high-stake wins throughout the year. Notable prizes from the past include:
- $19.4 million Classic Lotto winner from Reynoldsburg on November 27.
- A $2 million winning ticket sold on July 9 through the Powerball.
- A $1 million Mega Millions ticket bought in Brook Park on July 18.
- And the crowning achievement of 2023 from the Powerball where $252.6 million was awarded.
With each drawing, the common phrase associated with lotteries rings loud and clear: “Are you feeling lucky?” This statement reminds countless hopeful participants of the thrill involved—every ticket holds the potential to change lives dramatically. Tickets for Powerball are affordably priced at $2 each, and the excitement it brings makes it easy to dream big.
To put it all together, players across Ohio and beyond are thanking their stars and crossing their fingers as the next draw approaches. With the jackpot reaching new heights, individuals are reminded to claim their prizes quickly, as unclaimed winnings often vanish after the designated claim periods set by state lottery guidelines.
Ohio, with its lively lottery scene, continues to witness booming participation, particularly with substantial amounts being at stake. The thrill of potentially bursting through financial barriers with just one ticket generates excitement and community engagement.
Whether you’re strategizing how to pick numbers or simply indulging in the experience for entertainment, the anticipation leading up to the draw keeps players coming back. While jackpots may come and go, the stories and the community spirit within this culture remain strong.
So as the countdown to the next Powerball drawing begins, make sure to grab your tickets and join the chase for dream-worthy payouts. Everyone has their favorite method of selecting winning numbers—some swear by lucky charms, others by family birthdays or random games. Regardless of the method, one fact remains: someone’s luck can change just when they least expect it, with the chance of turning a $2 ticket purchase to multimillionaire status still alive.