The Powerball jackpot rose to an estimated $283 million for the June 17 drawing after no player matched all six numbers in the previous game. As lottery officials had not immediately confirmed a jackpot winner following the latest drawing, the prize amount could continue to grow if no winning ticket is identified. While the massive jackpot remains the biggest attraction, officials encourage players to review their tickets carefully. Every Powerball drawing produces thousands of winners, with players able to claim cash prizes even without matching all six numbers.The current grand prize gives winners two payout choices. The first is the advertised $283 million annuity option, distributed through annual payments over 30 years. The second is a one-time cash payout currently estimated at $126.8 million before taxes. Although the odds of hitting the jackpot remain extremely slim - around 1 in 292.2 million - millions of players continue trying their luck for the chance to win a life-changing prize.Powerball is available in 45 states as well as Washington, DC, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands. Throughout 2026, jackpot-winning tickets have already been sold in multiple states, while some drawings have also resulted in shared prizes.As anticipation builds for the next drawing, players nationwide remain hopeful of becoming Powerball’s next big winner.Powerball winning numbers for June 17The winning numbers for June 17 (Wednesday): 03-26-49-53-61 and the Powerball is: 12. The Powerplay was 2X.When is the next Powerball drawing?The next drawing will take place June 20, Saturday. 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: JackpotMatch 5 White Balls: $1 millionMatch 4 White Balls + Powerball: $50,000Match 4 White Balls: $100Match 3 White Balls + Powerball: $100Match 3 White Balls: $7Match 2 White Balls + Powerball: $7Match 1 White Ball + Powerball: $4Match Powerball: $4Match 5 White Balls with Power Play: $2 millionMatch 4 White Balls + Powerball with Power Play: $200,000Match 4 White Balls with Power Play: $400Match 3 White Balls + Powerball with Power Play: $400Match 3 White Balls with Power Play: $28Match 2 White Balls + Powerball with Power Play: $28Match 1 White Ball + Powerball with Power Play: $16Match Powerball with Power Play: $16Deadline to buy Powerball ticketsThe 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.