The Powerball drawing on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, featured a massive jackpot of $176.3 million. This drawing brought excitement to millions of hopeful participants across the United States. While no one hit the grand prize, there were still plenty of winners who walked away with substantial prizes. Let’s break down the details, winning numbers, and everything you need to know about this drawing.
Winning Numbers for 9/18/2024
The winning numbers for the Powerball draw on September 18, 2024, were:
- Main Numbers: 1, 11, 22, 47, 68
- Powerball: 7
- Power Play: 4x
For those who opted for the Double Play feature, the additional numbers drawn were:
- Double Play Numbers: 16, 23, 50, 53, 66
- Double Play Powerball: 14
Prize Breakdown
Although there were no jackpot winners, a total of 494,621 players won prizes across various tiers, ranging from $4 to $2 million. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the prize payouts:
| Match | Prize | Winners | Prize Fund |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match 5 + Powerball | $176,300,000 | 0 | $0 |
| Match 5 | $1,000,000 | 1 | $1,000,000 |
| Match 4 + Powerball | $50,000 | 7 | $350,000 |
| Match 4 | $100 | 201 | $20,100 |
| Match 3 + Powerball | $100 | 738 | $73,800 |
| Match 3 | $7 | 14,735 | $103,145 |
| Match 2 + Powerball | $7 | 14,287 | $100,009 |
| Match 1 + Powerball | $4 | 102,620 | $410,480 |
| Match 0 + Powerball | $4 | 232,185 | $928,740 |
For those who opted for the Power Play, the multiplier increased their winnings as follows:
| Match (Power Play) | Prize | Winners | Prize Fund |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match 5 | $2,000,000 | 0 | $0 |
| Match 4 + Powerball | $200,000 | 5 | $1,000,000 |
| Match 4 | $400 | 80 | $32,000 |
| Match 3 + Powerball | $400 | 294 | $117,600 |
| Match 3 | $28 | 5,416 | $151,648 |
| Match 2 + Powerball | $28 | 5,334 | $149,352 |
| Match 1 + Powerball | $16 | 37,089 | $593,424 |
| Match 0 + Powerball | $16 | 81,629 | $1,306,064 |
No Jackpot Winner
Despite the excitement, there were no jackpot winners for this drawing. This means that the jackpot will roll over to the next drawing, which will be an estimated $195 million.
Double Play Feature
The Double Play feature allows players to use their numbers in a second draw for an additional chance to win up to $10 million. In this draw, one lucky winner matched 4 numbers and the Powerball to win $50,000. Other players won smaller prizes in this secondary drawing.
How to Claim Your Prize
Winners can claim their prizes in the state where they purchased their tickets. For prizes above $600, you may need to visit a designated lottery office and provide proof of identity. Always double-check your numbers and keep your ticket safe until you claim your prize.
This exciting draw has left many players eager for the next one, with the jackpot continuing to grow. Make sure to get your tickets for the next Powerball drawing, and maybe the next big winner will be you!
FAQs
The winning numbers were 1, 11, 22, 47, 68, with the Powerball 7 and Power Play 4x.
The jackpot was an estimated $176.3 million, with a cash value option of $89.6 million.
No, there were no jackpot winners for this draw. The prize will roll over to the next drawing, increasing the jackpot to $195 million.
A total of 494,621 players won prizes across various tiers, from $4 to $1 million.
Double Play is an additional draw that allows players to use their numbers for a chance to win up to $10 million. It provides another opportunity to win with the same set of numbers.