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About Powerball
Official Game Summary & Parameters
Powerball is a flagship multi-state lottery game coordinated by the Multi-State Lottery Association (MUSL). Available in 45 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, Powerball holds the record for the largest lottery jackpot ever won ($2.04 billion in 2022).
Current Game Matrix
Powerball utilizes a two-drum matrix designed to balance winnable intermediate tiers with rolling major jackpots:
⚪ Regular Numbers Pool
Pick 5 numbers from 1 to 69
⭐ Powerball Pool
Pick 1 number from 1 to 26
Historical Timeline
💡Data Tracking Context: AiLottoAnalyzer's statistical engine strictly analyzes draw data starting from October 2015, which ensures all calculations are based entirely on the modern 5/69 + 1/26 game matrix rules.
Apr 1992
Powerball launches, replacing Lotto*America. It is the first game to use two drums (one for white balls, one for red Powerball).
Nov 1997
Starting jackpot increases to $10 million, and the matrix changes to 5-of-49 white and 1-of-42 red.
Mar 2001
The optional Power Play multiplier feature is introduced, allowing players to multiply non-jackpot prizes.
Jan 2009
Florida joins the game, and drawings move to the Florida Lottery studio in Orlando.
Jan 2012
Ticket price increases from $1 to $2. Starting jackpot raises to $40 million. Red ball pool decreases to 35.
Oct 2015
Matrix adjustments to the current 5-of-69 / 1-of-26 format, creating larger rollover jackpots while improving overall prize odds.
Aug 2021
Monday drawings are added to the schedule, bringing the drawing frequency to three times a week (M/W/Sa).