Next Powerball Drawing: Time, Live Results & Tips to Boost Your Winning Odds Tonight

The clock is ticking toward the next Powerball drawing, and lottery fans across the United States are watching what could become one of the game’s biggest payouts ever. With no grand-prize winner since May 31, the jackpot has surged to an estimated $1.10 billion—about $498.4 million for the lump-sum cash option. The drawing is set for Monday, September 1 at 10:59 p.m. ET; ticket sales cut off one to two hours earlier in most jurisdictions. When is the next Powerball drawing? • Date: Monday, Sept. 1, 2025 • Time: 10:59 p.m. ET • Broadcast: Live on most local lottery stations, the Powerball website and YouTube channel • Streaming: Powerball.com and the official Powerball app provide real-time results How big is the jackpot—and why? At $1.10 billion, Monday’s top prize ranks as the fifth-largest Powerball jackpot ever and the ninth-largest lottery jackpot in U.S. history, according to game officials. The pot has been growing for three full months—38 consecutive drawings—after a single ticket sold in California claimed the $187 million prize on May 31. Cash or annuity? • Cash value (one-time payment): $498.4 million before taxes • Annuity option: 30 graduated payments over 29 years, totaling the advertised $1.10 billion Odds, tickets and deadlines • Odds of winning the jackpot: 1 in 292.2 million • Ticket price: $2 per play; $1 extra for Power Play to multiply non-jackpot prizes • Purchase deadlines: Generally 9:45-10:00 p.m. ET on drawing nights; check local lottery rules Where to buy tickets Powerball tickets are sold in 45 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Many states now offer official online sales or subscriptions; visit your state lottery’s website for eligibility and verification requirements. How to watch the drawing live • Television: Check your local ABC, CBS, NBC or Fox affiliate • Online: Live stream on Powerball.com, the Powerball YouTube channel and select lottery apps • In-store: Many retailers display the drawing on in-house monitors What happens if no one wins? If no ticket matches all six numbers on Monday, the jackpot will roll over again for Wednesday night’s draw, likely topping $1.25 billion. Every rollover also increases secondary prizes that can reach $2 million when the Power Play option is added. Tax considerations Federal taxes of 24 % are withheld automatically on prizes over $5,000; the top marginal federal rate is 37 %. State taxes range from 0 % in Florida and Texas to more than 10 % in New York. Consult a certified financial planner or tax attorney before claiming any large prize. Tips for players • Sign the back of your ticket immediately—it’s a bearer instrument. • Store tickets in a secure place and set a reminder for the drawing time. • Verify numbers through multiple sources—official website, app, or televised draw. • Remember: gambling should be fun; play responsibly and within your budget. Key take-away Labor Day could bring a life-changing windfall for one—or more—lucky ticket holders. Whether you stick to your favorite numbers or let the machine pick for you, all eyes will be on the next Powerball drawing Monday night.