The Powerball winning numbers for the drawing held on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, have been announced, and the jackpot has now risen to an impressive $65 million. This increase follows a previous drawing on Monday, May 5, where no one managed to hit the jackpot. The winning numbers for this latest drawing are 14, 15, 30, 40, and 59, with the Powerball number being 20. The Power Play multiplier for this drawing was 3x, offering players the chance to multiply their non-jackpot winnings.
For those interested in participating, Powerball tickets can be purchased for $2 at various locations, including convenience stores, gas stations, and grocery stores. In some states, players can also buy tickets online through platforms like Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network. The next Powerball drawing is scheduled for Saturday, May 10, at approximately 11 p.m. ET.
In 2025, there have been three Powerball jackpot winners so far. The most recent was on April 26, when a lucky individual from Kentucky won a staggering $167.3 million. Earlier in the year, a player in Oregon claimed the first jackpot of 2025, winning an astonishing $328.5 million on January 18. Additionally, another winner matched all six Powerball numbers on March 29, taking home $527 million.
Players looking to increase their chances of winning can opt for the Power Play feature for an additional $1. This option allows players to multiply their non-jackpot prizes by factors of 2, 3, 4, 5, or even 10 times. The complete guide to Powerball winnings includes a variety of prize levels:
- Match 5 White Balls + Powerball: Jackpot
- Match 5 White Balls: $1 million
- Match 4 White Balls + Powerball: $50,000
- Match 4 White Balls: $100
- Match 3 White Balls + Powerball: $100
- Match 3 White Balls: $7
- Match 2 White Balls + Powerball: $7
- Match 1 White Ball + Powerball: $4
- Match Powerball: $4
- Match 5 White Balls with Power Play: $2 million
- Match 4 White Balls + Powerball with Power Play: $200,000
- Match 4 White Balls with Power Play: $400
- Match 3 White Balls + Powerball with Power Play: $400
- Match 3 White Balls with Power Play: $28
- Match 2 White Balls + Powerball with Power Play: $28
- Match 1 White Ball + Powerball with Power Play: $16
- Match Powerball with Power Play: $16
The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot stand at a staggering 1 in 292.2 million. However, many players remain undeterred, drawn by the prospect of life-changing sums of money. For those feeling lucky, the Powerball drawings occur every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday nights at 10:59 p.m. ET.
In addition to Powerball, many states also offer a variety of other lottery games, each with its own set of numbers and winning combinations. For instance, on the same day, May 7, 2025, other lottery games such as the Daily 3 and Daily 4 also had draws, with results including:
- Daily 3 Midday: 4-1-8
- Daily 3 Evening: 0-5-3
- Daily 4: 8-9-7-6
Players can check their lottery tickets and see if they’ve won by visiting the official lottery websites or through various lottery apps. In states like Delaware, winners can remain anonymous, which is a significant draw for many players.
For those who win prizes up to $599, claims can be made at any Delaware Lottery Retailer, in person at the Delaware Lottery Office, or via mail. For prizes up to $2,500, players can claim their winnings at designated claim centers, while prizes of $5,001 or more must be claimed in person at the lottery office with proper identification.
As the excitement builds for the next drawing, players are reminded to play responsibly. With the allure of substantial jackpots, the Powerball continues to capture the imagination of millions across the nation. As always, the best of luck to all participants!
