Powerball has been a household name in U.S. lotteries since it launched in 1992. What began as a multi-state game with modest prizes has grown into a nationwide phenomenon known for its massive, record-breaking jackpots. With drawings held twice a week, Powerball offers lottery fans a chance at grand prizes that frequently soar into the hundreds of millions, and sometimes even billions.
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Powerball States with the Most Jackpot Wins*
We compiled a list of states with the MOST Powerball jackpot winners in the history of the game. The top of the list? Indiana, with 39 Powerball grand prize wins since the game began. Read on to see how your state stacks up!
| State | Number of Jackpots Won |
|---|---|
| Indiana | 39 |
| Missouri | 31 |
| Minnesota* | 22 |
| Pennsylvania | 20 |
| Wisconsin | 19 |
| Kentucky | 19 |
| Louisiana | 17 |
| Florida | 17 |
| Arizona* | 16 |
| California | 14 |
| New York* | 13 |
| Kansas | 12 |
| New Hampshire* | 11 |
| New Jersey* | 12 |
| Washington, D.C.* | 11 |
| Delaware | 10 |
| Nebraska* | 10 |
| Connecticut | 9 |
| Iowa | 9 |
| West Virginia* | 9 |
| Rhode Island | 8 |
| Tennessee | 7 |
| Georgia | 7 |
| Oregon* | 7 |
| Massachusetts* | 6 |
| Michigan | 6 |
| North Carolina | 6 |
| South Carolina | 6 |
| Idaho* | 5 |
| New Mexico | 5 |
| Ohio* | 5 |
| Montana* | 4 |
| Oklahoma | 4 |
| Colorado* | 3 |
| Maryland | 3 |
| South Dakota | 3 |
| Illinois | 2 |
| Puerto Rico* | 2 |
| Texas | 2 |
| Washington | 2 |
| Virginia | 2 |
| Arkansas* | 1 |
| Vermont | 1 |
| Maine | 0 |
| Mississippi | 0 |
| North Dakota | 0 |
| U.S. Virgin Islands | 0 |
| Wyoming | 0 |
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Alabama, Alaska, Hawaii, Nevada, and Utah do not have state lotteries and are therefore not included in the count of Powerball wins.
Which states have never won Powerball?
There are 5 jurisdictions that have yet to win a Powerball jackpot:
- Maine
- Mississippi
- North Dakota
- U.S. Virgin Islands
- Wyoming
Several factors can account for this, including the number of players in these states and how long each state has participated in the Powerball lottery game. For example, Mississippi just joined the Powerball lottery game in 2020, whereas Indiana, the state with the most Powerball jackpot winners, has been offering Powerball since the game's inception in 1992.
Where Have the Biggest Powerball Wins Happened?
Here are some headline-making wins:
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California: $2.04 billion on November 8, 2022
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California: $1.765 billion on October 11, 2023
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Tennessee, Florida, and California: $1.586 billion in January 2016 (split three ways)
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Oregon: $1.326 billion in April 2024 to a single winner*
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Michigan: $842.4 million in January 2024, won by a group known as “The Breakfast Club”
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South Dakota: $232 million in 2006—the state's first major win
What Influences Powerball Wins by State?
Powerball outcomes are based on random chance, not geography. However, states with larger populations and higher participation may naturally see more wins simply due to more tickets being ordered. States like California, New York, and Florida often lead in sales.
Could Your State Be Next for a Powerball Win?
There’s no way to predict which state will produce the next jackpot winner. That’s the thrill of it! What you can do is make your ticket order experience easier and more secure with the Jackpocket app. From ordering to receiving results and win notifications, Jackpocket offers a seamless way to take part in Powerball draws.
Whether you’re in a state with a strong track record or hoping to help put your state on the map, Jackpocket lets you order your official Powerball ticket without leaving your couch.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which state has produced the most Powerball jackpot winners?
Indiana holds the record with 39 winners. Missouri and Minnesota follow with 31 and 22, respectively.
Does ordering a Powerball ticket in a specific state increase your odds?
No. All tickets have the same odds regardless of where they are ordered. States with more winners simply tend to have higher sales volumes.
How do I order Powerball tickets on Jackpocket?
Download the Jackpocket app or visit our website. Once you sign up and verify your location, you can browse available games, place your order, and view a scan of your ticket all from your phone.
What happens if I win a Powerball prize using Jackpocket?
If your Powerball ticket wins a prize under the in-store redemption threshold (typically $600), the winnings are automatically credited to your Jackpocket account. For larger wins, Jackpocket coordinates the secure transfer of your ticket so you can claim the prize directly from the official state lottery.*
Is there a state where Powerball is most often won?
Indiana currently has the most Powerball jackpot wins. However, winning is purely based on chance. States with more wins typically have higher ticket sales, which increases the likelihood of producing a winner.
Do Powerball odds change depending on the state?
No, Powerball odds are the same nationwide. The odds of winning the jackpot are always 1 in 292,201,338, regardless of where your ticket is ordered.
Can I check past Powerball winners by state?
Yes. Official lottery websites and resources like the Jackpocket blog often publish winner statistics and jackpot histories by state, helping fans see where the big wins have occurred.
What’s the easiest way to track Powerball jackpot updates?
Use the Jackpocket app to get real-time notifications on draw results, jackpot amounts, and alerts when prizes roll over. You can also follow along on the Jackpocket blog for deeper insights.
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