The Powerball jackpot for Wednesday’s drawing is an estimated $69 million, with a cash value of $32.2 million after taxes. This comes after several significant wins earlier this year, including jackpots in New York, Georgia, California, and Pennsylvania.
Hereโs what you need to know about playing Powerball, winning numbers, and more.
Powerball Winning Numbers for Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2024
The winning numbers for the Powerball drawing on Wednesday, Dec. 18 will be updated here once the results are released. Keep your tickets close and check back to see if youโre a lucky winner!
Recent Powerball Jackpot Wins
Powerball has seen some exciting wins in recent months:
- Dec. 7, 2024: A $256 million jackpot-winning ticket was sold in New York, resetting the prize to $20 million.
- October 2024: A player in Georgia struck it big with a $478 million jackpot.
- August 2024: A California player won $44.3 million, and a week earlier, a Pennsylvania player claimed a $213.8 million prize.
How to Play Powerball
Playing Powerball is easy and costs just $2 per ticket. Hereโs how:
- Choose Six Numbers:
- Select five white ball numbers ranging from 1 to 69.
- Pick one red Powerball number between 1 and 26.
- Power Play Option (Optional):
- For an additional $1 per ticket, add the “Power Play” feature.
- Power Play multiplies non-jackpot prizes by 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X, or 10X, increasing your overall winnings.
- Quick Pick:
- Let the computer randomly generate numbers for you by asking for a “Quick Pick” at the register.
- Drawings:
- Powerball drawings take place every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday night.
- If no one wins the jackpot, the prize rolls over and grows for the next drawing.
Where to Buy Powerball Tickets
- Tickets can be purchased at gas stations, convenience stores, grocery stores, and select airport terminals.
- In some states, tickets are also available for purchase online through official lottery websites or apps.
Checking Powerball Results
Once the drawing occurs, you can check the winning numbers on:
- The official Powerball website.
- Local news outlets.
- Lottery retailer terminals where you purchased the ticket.
If you win, youโll need to sign the back of your ticket and follow your stateโs guidelines for claiming the prize.
