The Powerball jackpot has climbed to an estimated $478 million for the Monday, July 13 drawing after no ticket matched all six numbers in the previous draw. If the jackpot goes unclaimed again, the top prize will roll over and continue to grow for the next drawing. While the jackpot attracts the most attention, Powerball offers multiple ways to win. Players can collect cash prizes by matching fewer numbers, with every drawing producing winners across several prize tiers. Those prizes range from a few dollars to significant payouts, depending on the number of matching balls.

A jackpot winner must choose how to receive the prize. The advertised $478 million jackpot is paid as an annuity over 30 years through annual installments. Alternatively, winners can opt for a one-time lump-sum cash payment, currently estimated at $212.2 million before federal taxes and any applicable state taxes. Winning the grand prize remains extremely unlikely. According to Powerball, the odds of matching all five white balls plus the red Powerball are about 1 in 292.2 million, making it one of the toughest jackpots to win in the United States.

Even with the long odds, millions of players continue to purchase tickets in hopes of becoming instant millionaires. Powerball is available in 45 states, as well as Washington, DC, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands, making it one of the most widely played lottery games in the country.

With excitement building ahead of the next drawing, players across the nation will be watching to see whether someone claims the massive jackpot. If no ticket matches all six numbers, the prize will roll over once again, potentially setting up an even larger jackpot for the following drawing.

Powerball winning numbers for July 13

The winning numbers for July 13 (Monday): 05-25-36-40-48 and the Powerball is: 03. The Powerplay was 2X.

When is the next Powerball drawing?

The next drawing will take place July 15, Wednesday. Drawings are held three times per week at approximately 10:59 PM ET every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.

What is the Powerball payout?

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

Deadline to buy Powerball tickets

The Powerball ticket purchase deadline varies by state, so one shouldn’t wait until the last minute. In New Jersey, sales close at 9:59PM on the day of the drawing, while in New York, the cutoff is 10PM.

How to play Powerball?

Powerball tickets cost $2 each, with an optional Power Play for an additional $1, which can multiply non-jackpot prizes by up to 5x (except for the jackpot and Match 5), and up to 10x if the jackpot is under $150 million.

Each player chooses five numbers from 1 to 69 for the white balls and one number from 1 to 26 for the red Powerball. A quick pick option is also available by the lottery machine which randomly generates numbers.

Prizes range from $4 for matching only the Powerball to $1 million for matching all five white balls (except in California), and the jackpot for matching all six numbers.

How many states have Powerball?

Powerball is available in 45 states, along with Washington, DC, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands, making it one of the most widely played lottery games in the United States.

How to buy Powerball tickets?

Powerball tickets can be bought in person at gas stations, convenience stores, grocery stores, and some airport terminals.

Alternatively, tickets can be purchased online through the Jackpocket app in select states: Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Texas, Washington DC, and West Virginia.

The Jackpocket app lets players choose their game and numbers, place orders, view tickets, and collect winnings directly from their phone or home computer, providing a convenient digital alternative to in-person purchases.