Powerball Jackpot Reaches $468 Million
The Powerball jackpot for the upcoming drawing on December 9th, 2023, is estimated to be a whopping $468 million. This is the amount the winner could receive if they choose to receive their winnings as an annuity over 30 annual payments. For those who prefer a lump sum, the cash option for this jackpot is estimated to be $220.3 million.
In the recent drawing on December 6th, there were no jackpot winners in Pennsylvania. As a result, the jackpot for the next drawing has rolled over to this impressive amount. However, there were still several lucky winners in the state who matched some of the winning numbers.
In Pennsylvania, there were no players who matched all five numbers plus the Powerball. However, there were several players who matched 5 of 5, winning $1 million each. Additionally, there were players who matched 4 of 5 numbers along with the Powerball, winning $50,000 each.
For those who matched 4 of 5 numbers, there were 12 winners in Pennsylvania, each receiving $100. There were also 32 winners who matched 3 of 5 numbers plus the Powerball, winning $100 each. And for those who matched just 3 of 5 numbers, there were 850 winners, each receiving $7.
There were also smaller prizes awarded to players who matched 2 of 5 numbers along with the Powerball ($7 each), players who matched 1 of 5 numbers and the Powerball ($4 each), and players who matched only the Powerball ($4 each).
In addition to the main Powerball game, there is also a Power Play option available. This multiplies non-jackpot prizes by up to 10 times. Unfortunately, there were no Power Play winners in Pennsylvania in the recent drawing.
Finally, there was also a Double Play drawing, with a top prize of $10 million. However, there were no winners in Pennsylvania who matched all five numbers plus the Powerball for this drawing.
So, if you’re feeling lucky, don’t forget to purchase your tickets for the next Powerball drawing on December 9th. With a jackpot of $468 million up for grabs, you could become an instant millionaire!
Closing Summary
The Powerball jackpot for the upcoming drawing on December 9th, 2023, is estimated to be $468 million. There were no jackpot winners in Pennsylvania in the recent drawing, but there were several winners who matched some of the winning numbers and received smaller prizes. Don’t forget about the Power Play and Double Play options, which can multiply your winnings. If you’re feeling lucky, be sure to get your tickets for the next drawing!
