Powerball Jackpot Surges to $570 Million Ahead of November 17 Drawing

As of November 17, 2025, the Powerball jackpot has reached an estimated $570 million, sparking nationwide excitement after the previous drawing on November 15 failed to produce a grand-prize winner. According to Powerball.com, the eventual winner can choose between a 30-year annuity valued at $570 million, with payments increasing 5% annually, or a lump-sum cash option of $266.9 million before taxes.

Lottery officials continue to urge players to gamble responsibly, emphasizing the steep odds of 1 in 292.2 million for hitting the jackpot. Despite these long odds, Powerball remains widely popular, available in 45 states, Washington, DC, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands. The growing buzz around the current jackpot comes on the heels of September's record-setting $1.787 billion prize, which was shared by winners from Missouri and Texas.

The next Powerball drawing is scheduled for November 17, 2025, with drawings held three times per week at approximately 10:59 PM ET every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Ticket purchase deadlines vary by state, with New Jersey's sales closing at 9:59 PM on the day of the drawing and New York's cutoff at 10 PM.