Powerball Jackpot Updates, Recent Winners, and Drawing Results as of Jan. 31, 2026
The Powerball lottery jackpot has experienced significant rollovers, with recent notable wins including a $1.817 billion jackpot claimed by a player in Arkansas on December 24, 2025. The current jackpot stands at $57 million for the Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, drawing, with a cash option of $25.8 million. The winning numbers for Jan. 31 were 2, 8, 14, 40, 63, with a Powerball of 23, and a 3x Power Play multiplier. On Saturday, Jan. 31, a ticket sold in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, matched all five numbers plus the Powerball, winning $209.3 million, with the ticket purchased from West 10th Mart. The previous jackpot was won on Jan. 21, 2026, by a player in North Carolina, who claimed $209 million. The Powerball jackpot has been rolling over since Jan. 24, after a $209 million win, and has increased over time, with the top 10 jackpots in U.S. history reaching over $2 billion. The next drawing is scheduled for Feb. 3, 2026. In addition to Powerball, Mega Millions' jackpot is at $323 million, with recent winning numbers being 11, 34, 36, 43, 63, and Mega Ball 13. The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are 1 in 292.2 million, with tickets costing $2 each. Players can buy tickets at authorized retailers in 45 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or online via apps like Jackpocket. Recent winners include a Florida Publix store that sold a $1 million winning ticket on Jan. 12, and the largest jackpots in history include over $2 billion won in 2022. Powerball drawings occur three times weekly, and winners in some states, such as New Jersey, can choose to remain anonymous. The lottery provides various payout options, including lump sums and annuities, and offers odds and prize structures detailed on official sites. The lottery continues to attract players with the potential for life-changing wins, though the odds remain extremely slim.
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