Check out the luckiest states in the lottery
USA TODAY’s Fernando Cervantes takes a look at the states with the most Powerball and Mega Millions jackpots.
On Saturday, July 25th, the $600 million Powerball jackpot will be at stake as lottery players try their luck for one of the year’s biggest prizes.
The draw also marks Powerball’s expansion into the UK, with more players joining the game and potentially setting the stage for even bigger jackpots in the future.
But nothing changes for US players. Ticket prices are still $2, drawings are held every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, and the odds of winning the jackpot are still 1 in 292.2 million. What is changing is the size of the player pool, which officials say could help the jackpot grow faster if no one wins.
Here’s what you need to know about Saturday night’s drawing.
What are the winning Powerball numbers for July 25th?
USA TODAY will publish the winning numbers immediately after the drawing at 10:59 p.m. ET.
How is playing Powerball different in the UK?
Although UK players compete for the same jackpot, there are some key differences.
A Powerball ticket costs 4 British Pounds (approximately $5.33 USD) in the United Kingdom, compared to $2 in the United States. UK ticket sales will contribute to a shared jackpot, but lower prizes will be paid out through a separate prize structure.
Unlike US jackpot winners, who can choose between a cash lump sum or a 30-year annuity, UK winners receive their prize through annual payments over 30 years, managed by the UK National Lottery.
Do I need to be a US citizen or resident to play Powerball in the US?
No, you do not have to be a US citizen or resident to play Powerball. Anyone who meets the legal age requirements (generally 18 years old) may purchase tickets from an authorized retailer when visiting any of the 45 participating states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Top 10 Powerball Jackpots
- $2.04 billion in California on November 7, 2022
- December 24, 2025, $1.817 billion in Arkansas.
- $1.787 billion in Missouri and Texas on September 6, 2025
- $1.765 billion in California on October 11, 2023
- January 13, 2016, $1.586 billion in California, Florida, and Tennessee
- April 6, 2024, $1.326 billion in Oregon.
- $1.08 billion in California on July 19, 2023
- $842.4 million in Michigan on January 1, 2024
- March 27, 2019, $768.4 million in Wisconsin
- August 23, 2017, $758.7 million in Massachusetts
How to play Powerball
Powerball tickets cost $2 and are sold in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Tickets can be purchased at authorized retailers such as convenience stores, gas stations, and grocery stores. Some states also allow online purchases.
To play, select five white ball numbers from 1 to 69 and one red Powerball number from 1 to 26. Players can also add a Power Play for an additional $1, which can multiply non-jackpot winnings up to 10x.
Don’t want to pick the numbers yourself? Select the (Quick Pick) option to have your computer do it automatically.
To win the jackpot, players must match all five white balls and the red Powerball in any order. The draw takes place every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. If no one wins, the jackpot rolls over and continues to increase.
This story has been updated with new information.
Contributor: Anthony Thompson of USA TODAY
Fernando Cervantes Jr. is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY. Contact us at fernando.cervantes@usatodayco.com and follow us at X @fern_cerv_.
