Powerball Jackpot Climbs to $1.7 Billion After No Winner in December 22 Drawing

Key Points

• Monday’s winning numbers were 3, 18, 36, 41, 54 with Powerball 7.
• The $1.59 billion jackpot went unclaimed, marking the 46th consecutive drawing without a grand prize winner.
• The jackpot now surges to an estimated $1.7 billion for the Christmas Eve drawing.
• The cash option for December 24 stands at $781.3 million.
• Several players across multiple states won $1 million secondary prizes.

No Winner in December 22 Drawing

The Powerball drawing held on Monday, December 22, 2025, produced winning numbers 3, 18, 36, 41, 54 with the red Powerball 7. Despite nationwide anticipation, no ticket matched all six numbers to claim the $1.59 billion jackpot.

This marks the 46th straight drawing without a grand prize winner since September 6, when tickets from Texas and Missouri split a record-breaking $1.8 billion prize.

Secondary Winners Across States

While the jackpot remained untouched, multiple players secured significant prizes. Tickets matching all five white balls but missing the Powerball won $1 million in states including Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Wisconsin, and New York (two winners).

The Power Play multiplier for Monday’s draw was set at 2X, boosting non-jackpot winnings for eligible tickets.

Historic Jackpot Growth

The extended streak without a winner has allowed the jackpot to grow to historic levels. The next drawing on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, now offers an estimated $1.7 billion, with a $781.3 million cash option.

The odds of winning the jackpot remain daunting at 1 in 292.2 million, though the overall odds of winning any prize are 1 in 24.9.

Holiday Frenzy for Tickets

Retailers across participating states report surging ticket sales as players hope to strike it rich on Christmas Eve. The timing of the drawing has amplified excitement, with millions of Americans purchasing tickets in the final days before the holiday.

What Happens Next?

The Christmas Eve drawing at 10:59 PM ET is expected to be one of the most watched in Powerball history. Tickets must be purchased before 10 PM ET to qualify.

Winners will have the choice between annual installment payments totaling the full $1.7 billion or the $781.3 million lump sum cash option—both life-changing amounts.