How many numbers do you have to match on the Powerball to win any money?
According to the official Powerball website, anyone who matches three or more numbers, or just the Powerball, walks away with a prize. Match at least one number and the Powerball, and you’re a winner.
Do you win anything with 2 matching numbers on Powerball?
If you match two numbers, you’ll win $4, but ONLY if one of those numbers is the red Powerball. If you match two white Powerball numbers, then unfortunately you won’t walk away with any money, according to Powerball’s rules. If you match a white ball and the red Powerball, then you’ll walk away with $4.
Do I win if I matched 1 number on the Powerball?
Unfortunately, it’s not very much. If you only matched one white number on the Powerball, you did NOT win any money. If you only matched one number and it was the red Powerball Number itself, then you’ll win $4.
What is the payout structure for Powerball?
Powerball Prize Structure and Probability
| Match # of White Balls | Power Ball | Prize* with 10x*** POWER PLAY® |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | Yes | $1,000 |
| 3 | No | $70 |
| 2 | Yes | $70 |
| 1 | Yes | $40 |
What is the payout for Powerball plus one number?
The prize structure of Powerball below can help you calculate the odds of winning the lottery:
| Numbers Matched | Prize | Odds of Winning |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | $7 | 1 in 579.76 |
| 2 + Powerball | $7 | 1 in 701.33 |
| 1 + Powerball | $4 | 1 in 91.98 |
| Powerball only | $4 | 1 in 38.32 |
How much would you get if you win the Powerball?
It works out something like this if you take the lump sum for the $930 million jackpot: $930 million, less 25% withheld = $232,500,000. Less an additional $111,600,000 (to meet 37% tax rate) Total prize after federal income tax = $585,900,000.
Do you have to match Powerball numbers in order?
The numbers can be in any order – you just need to have them all to win. You just have to match at least 2 main numbers plus the Powerball number, and you could win a share in the Division 9 prize.
What happens if you get the Mega Ball number only?
What happens if you match the Mega Ball only? If you match only the Mega Ball (and don’t match any of the 5 regular numbers), you win a $2 prize and break even on the $2 cost of your Mega Millions ticket.