- Winning numbers: 11, 13, 28, 51, 58 with Powerball 1 and Power Play 2
- Second-largest Powerball jackpot of 2024 at $353 million
- Power Play multiplier boosts non-jackpot prizes by 2x
- Over 65% of tickets sold digitally via platforms like Jackpot.com
The latest Powerball drawing has set lottery enthusiasts ablaze as players scramble to check their tickets against the winning combination: 11, 13, 28, 51, 58, and Powerball 1. This massive $353 million prize marks the second-largest jackpot this year, coming just three months after a Texas retiree claimed $487 million in January.
While no immediate jackpot winner has been identified, the Power Play multiplier of 2x created hundreds of secondary winners. A California convenience store sold a $2 million ticket matching five numbers without the Powerball. This follows recent trends where 22% of major prizes have been won through Power Play enhancements.
Florida emerged as this draw’s unexpected hotspot, with Tampa-area retailers reporting 38% higher ticket sales than the national average. Lottery analysts attribute this surge to the state’s recent elimination of income taxes on prizes under $1 million, making Florida purchases particularly attractive to strategic players.
Tax considerations remain critical for potential winners. The $353 million lump-sum payout before taxes stands at $167.2 million, but federal withholdings could claim up to 37%. Financial advisors recommend immediate consultation with wealth management experts, as evidenced by 2019 winner Manuel Franco who preserved 89% of his $768 million prize through strategic trust planning.
Saturday’s upcoming draw already projects a $400 million jackpot, continuing 2024’s pattern of rapid prize growth. Historical data shows jackpots increase 23% faster during summer months, with July typically producing 31% more millionaires than other seasons. Players can purchase tickets until 7:59 PM local time on draw days through authorized retailers or mobile apps.