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April 7, 2026, 7:51 a.m. ET
Ladies and gentlemen, we have a winner! One lucky lottery player became a millionaire overnight after winning the Powerball jackpot worth $231 million.
A lucky Powerball player from Delaware purchased a winning ticket that matched all five numbers, plus the Powerball, drawn on Monday, April 6, winning the $231 million grand prize, according to Powerball’s website.
Once the winner claims their prize, they can choose to receive annuitized payments or a one-time lump-sum amount of $104.9 million. At this time, no one has claimed the jackpot.
Since the jackpot was won, it has since reset back to $20 million ahead of the drawing on Wednesday, April 8.
The win marks the third time a player beat the odds and won the Powerball jackpot in 2026. The first occurred on Jan. 21, when a player from North Carolina won the $209.3 million prize, according to Powerball. The second 2026 grand prize, a $250.8 million jackpot, was won in Arkansas on March 2.
Here’s what to know about Monday night’s jackpot win.
What are the winning numbers for the April 6 Powerball?
The winning numbers for the Monday, April 6, Powerball drawing are 7, 24, 37, 42, 57, and the Powerball is 5. The “Power Play” multiplier is 2x.
Did anyone win the other top Powerball prizes?
While no one won the $1 million Match 5 prize, a player from Texas won the $2 million Match 5 + Power Play prize.
Which states have the most Powerball wins?
The top five states with the most winners include Indiana, Missouri, Minnesota, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin, according to USA TODAY’s previous reporting.
As of today, the Powerball can be played in 45 states, as well as Washington D.C., Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, according to Powerball.
The following states do not offer it, according to USA TODAY’s previous reporting:
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Hawaii
- Nevada
- Utah
Top 10 Powerball Jackpots
- $2.040 billion on Nov. 7, 2022, in California
- $1.817 billion on Dec. 24, 2025, in Arkansas
- $1.787 billion on Sept. 6, 2025, in Missouri and Texas
- $1.765 billion on Oct. 11, 2023, in California
- $1.586 billion on Jan. 13, 2016, in California, Florida, and Tennessee
- $1.326 billion on April 6, 2024, in Oregon
- $1.080 billion on July 19, 2023, in California
- $842.4 million on Jan. 1, 2024, in Michigan
- $768.4 million on Mar. 27, 2019, in Wisconsin
- $758.7 million on Aug. 23, 2017, in Massachusetts
How to play Powerball
Powerball tickets are $2 per play and are sold in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. You can do this at a variety of locations, including a local convenience store, gas station, or even grocery store.
In some states, Powerball tickets can be bought online depending on local jurisdiction.
Once you have your ticket, you need to pick six numbers. Five of them will be white balls numbered 1 to 69. The red Powerball ranges from 1 to 26. People can also add a “Power Play” for $1, which increases the winning for all non-jackpot prizes.
The “Power Play” multiplier can multiply winnings by: 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X, or 10X.
If you want the computer to select the numbers, the “Quick Pick” option is also available. To win the jackpot, players must match all five white balls in any order and the red Powerball.
Powerball drawings are held on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday nights. If no one wins the jackpot, the cash prize will keep ticking up.
Do you have to be a US citizen or resident to play Powerball?
The short answer is no.
You do not have to be a U.S. citizen or U.S. resident to play Powerball. When visiting one of the 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, anyone, regardless of nationality, can purchase lottery tickets from an authorized and licensed retailer, if they meet the legal age requirement at the point of purchase — usually 18 years old.
Julia Gomez is a Trending reporter for USA TODAY and covers popular toys, space phenomena, scientific studies, natural disasters, holidays, and trending news. Connect with her on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and TikTok: @juliamariegz, or email her at [email protected].
Fernando Cervantes Jr. is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY. Reach him at [email protected] and follow him on X @fern_cerv_.
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