West Virginia Powerball Results, Winners & Payout
Latest winning numbers, every jackpot and Match 5 winner from West Virginia since 2015, and what you would really take home after West Virginia taxes.
Next jackpot · Wednesday, October 28
$716 Million
≈ $178.7 Million cash after federal & West Virginia taxes
West Virginia tax on lottery winnings: 4.82%
Jackpots won in West Virginia
1
since Oct 2015
Jackpot money won
$136 Million
advertised value, shared jackpots split
Powerball jackpot winners in West Virginia
| Date | Jackpot | Cash value | Shared with |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 3, 2020 | $136 Million | $108.1 Million | — |
West Virginia Powerball payout calculator
Lump sum (cash option)
$178,728,960
after taxes
- Cash value
- $307,200,000
- Federal tax (37%)
- −$113,664,000
- West Virginia tax (4.82%)
- −$14,807,040
Annuity (30 payments over 29 years)
$416,568,800
total after taxes
- First payment (after tax)
- $6,269,958
- Last payment (after tax)
- $25,807,998
- Yearly increase
- +5%
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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West Virginia Powerball FAQ
Can you play Powerball in West Virginia?+
Yes. West Virginia 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 West Virginia?+
West Virginia taxes lottery winnings at about 4.82% (approximate 2026 top rate), 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 West Virginia winner taking the cash option would keep about $178.7 Million.
Has anyone won the Powerball jackpot in West Virginia?+
Yes — 1 Powerball jackpot has been won with a ticket sold in West Virginia since October 2015, most recently $136 Million on Jun 3, 2020.
When is the next Powerball drawing in West Virginia?+
The next Powerball drawing is Wednesday, October 28 at 10:59 PM ET. Sales close shortly before the drawing — check the West Virginia Lottery for the exact cut-off time.
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Winner locations come from official Multi-State Lottery Association results. Tax figures are estimates — confirm with the West Virginia Lottery or a tax professional. Powerball AI is independent and not affiliated with any lottery. Play responsibly — 1-800-GAMBLER.