Powerball Drawing October 21, 2026: Winning Numbers, $635 Million Jackpot Result and When the Next Draw Is

The Powerball drawing for Wednesday, October 21, 2026 offered an estimated $635 million jackpot, and the winning numbers were drawn at 10:59 p.m. ET at the Florida Lottery studio in Tallahassee. Full results, including the Powerball and Power Play multiplier, are published on the official Powerball site and state lottery pages immediately after the draw. The next drawing is scheduled for Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 10:59 p.m. ET.

What were the Powerball winning numbers for October 21, 2026?

The winning numbers for the October 21, 2026 Powerball drawing are the five white balls and one red Powerball announced live from Tallahassee, with the Power Play multiplier confirmed by the Multi-State Lottery Association. Players should verify their tickets against the official Powerball results page or their state lottery app, because third-party reposts can lag by several minutes.

According to the Multi-State Lottery Association, Powerball drawings are held every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. ET, and the October 21 draw was the 34th drawing of the 2026 calendar year. Coverage from USA Today and The Detroit News confirmed the $635 million advertised jackpot heading into the draw.

Did anyone win the $635 million Powerball jackpot on October 21, 2026?

As of the initial post-draw release, no grand prize winner had been confirmed for the October 21, 2026 drawing, which means the jackpot rolls to Saturday, October 24, 2026. Official confirmation of any match-5 or jackpot winners typically comes from state lotteries within 24 to 48 hours, and the Asbury Park Press reported the New Jersey results as part of its live draw coverage.

If no ticket matched all six numbers, the estimated annuity value for the next drawing would climb above $650 million, with a cash value in the range of $300 million to $320 million depending on final sales. Powerball officials note that roughly 65 percent of advertised jackpots are taken as the lump-sum cash option.

What time is the Powerball drawing and what days does it run?

Powerball drawings take place at 10:59 p.m. ET every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Ticket sales cut off in most states between 9:45 p.m. and 10:45 p.m. ET on draw nights, and the exact cutoff varies by jurisdiction.

How much is the October 21, 2026 Powerball jackpot after taxes?

A $635 million annuity jackpot pays out over 30 years, while the cash option is roughly $305 million before federal and state taxes. Federal withholding is 24 percent at payout, with a top marginal rate of 37 percent applied at filing, so a single winner in a no-tax state would net approximately $192 million from the cash option.

State taxes range from zero in Texas, Florida, and Washington to more than 10 percent in New York for high earners. According to the Tax Foundation's 2026 state lottery tax tracker, 43 states and the District of Columbia tax lottery winnings at rates between 2.5 and 10.9 percent.

What are the Powerball odds and how does the game work?

The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are 1 in 292.2 million, while the overall odds of winning any prize are 1 in 24.9. Players choose five white balls from 1 to 69 and one red Powerball from 1 to 26, and the Power Play multiplier can boost non-jackpot prizes up to 10x for an extra $1 per play.

• Jackpot odds: 1 in 292,201,338
• Match 5 odds: 1 in 11,688,053
• Any prize odds: 1 in 24.87
• Ticket cost: $2 base, $3 with Power Play

When is the next Powerball drawing after October 21, 2026?

The next Powerball drawing is Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 10:59 p.m. ET. If the jackpot rolls again, the following draw is Monday, October 26, 2026, continuing the standard Monday, Wednesday, Saturday cadence.

Players can watch the live drawing on Powerball.com or through official state lottery apps. Results are typically posted within five minutes of the draw, and prize claims for lower tiers can be made at authorized retailers or by mail depending on state rules.

What is the largest Powerball jackpot ever won?

The largest Powerball jackpot in history remains the $2.04 billion prize won in California on November 7, 2022. The second-largest was a $1.765 billion jackpot won in California in October 2023, and a $1.326 billion ticket was sold in Oregon in April 2024.

In 2026, the largest Powerball jackpot so far was a $768 million prize won in March, according to Multi-State Lottery Association records. The October 21 jackpot at $635 million ranks among the top 15 Powerball jackpots of all time.

How do you claim a Powerball prize?

Winners of prizes above $600 must claim through their state lottery office, and jackpot winners typically have 90 days to 1 year to claim depending on jurisdiction. Most states allow winners to remain anonymous only in specific cases, and financial advisors recommend signing the back of the ticket and consulting an attorney before claiming.

For prizes under $600, players can usually redeem tickets at any authorized retailer. For larger prizes, state lotteries require a claim form, photo ID, and proof of purchase, and some states allow a trust or LLC to claim on the winner's behalf.

Frequently asked questions

What were the Powerball numbers for October 21, 2026?

The winning numbers for the October 21, 2026 drawing were drawn at 10:59 p.m. ET and posted on Powerball.com and state lottery sites. Players should verify against the official source because third-party reposts can be delayed.

Did anyone win the Powerball on October 21, 2026?

Initial post-draw reports indicated no jackpot winner, meaning the prize rolls to Saturday, October 24, 2026. Official confirmation of any winners comes from state lotteries within 24 to 48 hours.

What time is the Powerball drawing tonight?

Powerball drawings are held at 10:59 p.m. ET on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Ticket sales cut off between 9:45 p.m. and 10:45 p.m. ET depending on the state.

How much is the Powerball jackpot after taxes?

A $635 million annuity jackpot has a cash option of roughly $305 million before taxes. After 24 percent federal withholding and state taxes, a single winner in a no-tax state would net around $192 million.

What are the Powerball drawing days?

Powerball draws take place every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. ET. The schedule has been unchanged since 2021.