California Powerball Results, Winners & Payout
Latest winning numbers, every jackpot and Match 5 winner from California since 2015, and what you would really take home after California taxes.
Next jackpot · Wednesday, October 28
$716 Million
≈ $193.5 Million cash after federal & California taxes
California tax on lottery winnings: 0% — California does not tax lottery winnings.
Jackpots won in California
11
since Oct 2015
Jackpot money won
$7.8 Billion
advertised value, shared jackpots split
Powerball jackpot winners in California
| Date | Jackpot | Cash value | Shared with |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 31, 2025 | $205 Million | $91.6 Million | — |
| Mar 29, 2025 | $527 Million | $243.8 Million | — |
| Aug 19, 2024 | $44 Million | $21.9 Million | — |
| Oct 11, 2023 | $1.76 Billion | $774.1 Million | — |
| Jul 19, 2023 | $1.08 Billion | $558.1 Million | — |
| Nov 7, 2022 | $2.04 Billion | $997.6 Million | — |
| Jan 5, 2022 | $633 Million | $450.2 Million | WI |
| Oct 4, 2021 | $700 Million | $496 Million | — |
| Nov 2, 2019 | $150 Million | $104.8 Million | — |
| Jun 10, 2017 | $448 Million | $279.2 Million | — |
| Jan 13, 2016 | $1.59 Billion | $983.5 Million | FL, TN |
California Powerball payout calculator
Lump sum (cash option)
$193,536,000
after taxes
- Cash value
- $307,200,000
- Federal tax (37%)
- −$113,664,000
- California tax (0%)
- −$0
Annuity (30 payments over 29 years)
$451,080,000
total after taxes
- First payment (after tax)
- $6,789,401
- Last payment (after tax)
- $27,946,097
- Yearly increase
- +5%
California does not tax lottery winnings.
Estimates only: federal tax computed at the top 37% bracket (24% is withheld at payout, the rest is due when you file), state rates are approximate 2026 top rates. Local taxes, deductions and your personal situation can change the result — talk to a tax professional before claiming a prize.
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California Powerball FAQ
Can you play Powerball in California?+
Yes. California is one of the 48 Powerball jurisdictions (45 states, Washington DC, Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands). Tickets cost $2 ($3 with Power Play) and drawings are held Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 10:59 PM Eastern Time.
How much tax do you pay on Powerball winnings in California?+
California does not tax lottery winnings., on top of federal income tax of up to 37% (24% is withheld when the prize is paid). On the current $716 Million jackpot, a California winner taking the cash option would keep about $193.5 Million.
Has anyone won the Powerball jackpot in California?+
Yes — 11 Powerball jackpots have been won with a ticket sold in California since October 2015, most recently $205 Million on May 31, 2025.
When is the next Powerball drawing in California?+
The next Powerball drawing is Wednesday, October 28 at 10:59 PM ET. Sales close shortly before the drawing — check the California Lottery for the exact cut-off time.
Powerball in other states
Winner locations come from official Multi-State Lottery Association results. Tax figures are estimates — confirm with the California Lottery or a tax professional. Powerball AI is independent and not affiliated with any lottery. Play responsibly — 1-800-GAMBLER.