Powerball Jackpot Soars to $240 Million: Winning Numbers Revealed!

Excitement is in the air as the Powerball jackpot has surged to an impressive $240 million following a drawing that saw no major winners. If luck is on your side and you match all six winning numbers, you could opt for a one-time cash payment totaling a staggering $107.4 million!

The latest drawing, held on January 8, 2025, continued a thrilling year for Powerball, which has already seen nine jackpot winners in 2024 alone. The biggest win of the year came in April when three players from Oregon split a life-changing $1.3 billion jackpot, including one incredible woman who is a cancer survivor. Last month, a lucky ticket sold in New York cashed in on a massive $256 million jackpot.

Powerball Winning Numbers for January 8, 2025

The winning numbers from last night's Powerball drawing are: **1, 20, 36, 38, 43, Powerball: 24** with a Powerplay multiplier of 2X.

As for whether anyone hit the jackpot, stay tuned—official winner announcements will be published shortly. Additionally, Powerball drawings take place three times a week, on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays, at 11 p.m. ET. So, if your numbers didn’t come up this round, there’s always another chance on Saturday, January 11.

How to Play Powerball

Playing Powerball is simple! For just $2, you can buy a ticket at various locations, including convenience stores, gas stations, and grocery outlets. Some states even allow online ticket purchases.

To play, select six numbers: five from the white balls (numbered 1 to 69) and one red Powerball (numbered 1 to 26). You can enhance your winnings with the “Power Play” option for an additional $1, which can multiply your non-jackpot prizes by 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X, or even 10X if you’re extremely lucky!

If picking numbers stresses you out, try the “Quick Pick” option, where a computer generates random selections for your ticket. Remember, you must match all five white balls in any order and the Powerball to win the jackpot.

Buying Tickets Made Easy

Powerball tickets can be easily obtained at gas stations, convenience stores, grocery outlets, and even some airport terminals. For those who prefer digital, the Jackpocket app allows residents in several states to order their tickets online—bringing convenience right to your fingertips.

States participating in this digital ordering include Arizona, New Jersey, New York, and more! With Jackpocket, you can choose your numbers, place your order, and track your ticket all from your phone.

Don’t Miss Out!

With the jackpot climbing, now is the perfect time to try your luck. Get your ticket before the next drawing, and who knows? You might just be the next Powerball millionaire! Stay updated for the announcement of winners and keep dreaming big—your ticket to success could be just a number away!