Powerball Jackpot Hits $1.1B for Sept 1, 2025 Draw

The Powerball jackpot has been pushed to $1.1 billion for the Monday, September 1, 2025 drawing following Saturday night's game, where no one won the grand prize. This is the fifth-largest jackpot in Powerball history, and millions of people across the United States are standing in line at convenience stores, gas stations, and online to buy tickets.

Winning Numbers Saturday August 30, 2025 

The numbers drawn on Saturday include: 

•  White balls: 3, 18, 22, 27, 33 
•  Red Powerball 17
• Power Play Multiplier: 3

While there was nobody who matched all six numbers there was nine happy people who matched five white balls and won the highest prize of $1 million each. Of the nine $1 million winning tickets, three of those tickets also included the Power Play option and if you have this option it doubles your prize of $1 million to $2 million. 

The Powerball jackpot has swelled to $1.1 billion after no ticket matched all six numbers in Saturday's drawing, becoming the fifth-largest jackpot in the game's history. https://t.co/rj9OWMMdfF pic.twitter.com/u67mHkg3st

— ABC News (@ABC) August 31, 2025

Sept 1, 2025 Powerball Prize: How Much the Winner Can Get

The winner of the draw on September 1 would have two very exciting options with regard to payout:

• Annuity Option - The full $1.1 billion will be paid over 30 years.

• Cash Option - A one-time payment of approximately $498.4 million, before taxes.

Of course, both U.S federal and state taxes will be deducted from the winnings, however, even after taxes, the winner will still be eligible to take home one of the largest lottery prizes ever awarded.

Where to Purchase Powerball Tickets

You can purchase Powerball tickets from authorized retailers in:

• 45 U.S. states
• Washington, D.C.
• Puerto Rico
• U.S. Virgin Islands

In some states you can also buy tickets online from official lottery websites or apps, which can make playing more convenient from home.

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How to Purchase Tickets

Purchasing a Powerball ticket is easy:

• Select 5 white ball numbers between 1–69.
• Select 1 red Powerball number between 1–26.
• You can choose to add the Power Play option for an additional $1 to increase non-jackpot prizes.
• Pay $2 for each ticket (plus $1 for the Power Play if it is selected).
• Keep your ticket safe because you need it to claim any prize.

 Steps to Follow After Winning

• If you win a Powerball prize, especially the jackpot, follow these steps:
• Immediately sign your ticket, which establishes ownership. 
• Make sure to keep the ticket secure in a safe place until you claim your prize. 
• Follow the instructions from the lottery authority in your state to claim your prize. 
• Choose between receiving a lump sum payment or the annuity option. 
• Consider obtaining financial and legal advisors who can help you navigate taxes, investments, and long-term financial planning. 
• Claim your prize according to the particular rules and deadlines of the state lottery. 

The information in this guidance is presented in a way that allows for safe participation in the draw and a safe way to manage a winnings prize for the hypothetical situation, we have become a jackpot winner. 

Big Powerball Wins Across the U.S. on August 30, 2025

Even if there is not a jackpot winner each drawing, it still produces thousands of new winners.

• Two tickets in California won $1.16 million each after going through California’s pari-mutuel system.
• In California alone, over 696,000 winning tickets were sold.
• Across the country, millions of players won prizes such as $4 or $2 million.

These smaller winnings help add to the excitement while the jackpot continues to grow.

When and where to watch the September 1, 2023 drawing

The next drawing will happen today, September 1, 2025, at 10:59 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on local TV stations and streamed on the official Powerball website.Powerball drawings take place three days a week—Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday nights—so it's no wonder it is one of the most followed lottery games in the world.

Why This Jackpot Is Creating Excitement Nationwide

What distinguishes this draw is simply the amount of money being offered as well as timing. With the long Labor Day weekend, the excitement is even higher with millions of people traveling, hanging out, and purchasing their tickets on the chance of ringing in September with a life changing win.

For many people, playing is not just about winning - it is also about the experience of playing with family and friends, watching the live draw, and thinking about what life could be like with that kind of money.