New Jersey Ticket Wins $847 Million Powerball Jackpot
A ticket purchased in New Jersey has won the $847 million Powerball jackpot.
South Bend Elkhart, IN, November 5, 2026 —
A single lottery ticket purchased in New Jersey has claimed the massive $847 million Powerball jackpot. The winning numbers were drawn recently, making one lucky ticket holder in the state the sole winner of the substantial prize.
Details regarding the specific location where the ticket was sold are not immediately available. The identity of the winner has also not been disclosed, which is typical for large lottery wins as winners often have a period to consider their options and claim their prize. Lottery officials typically provide a timeframe for claiming the prize, usually 180 days, though this can vary by jurisdiction.
The jackpot amount, standing at $847 million, is one of the largest in Powerball history. This sum represents the annuity value of the jackpot, paid out over 30 years. Winners typically have the option to take a lump sum payment, which is a significantly lower amount than the advertised jackpot but is paid out immediately. The cash value for this particular jackpot was not provided in the available information.
The Powerball lottery is played in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Winning the jackpot requires matching all five white balls and the red Powerball. The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are approximately 1 in 292.2 million.
This win marks a significant event for New Jersey, bringing a substantial amount of money into the state through lottery sales and the eventual prize payout. Further details are expected to be released by lottery officials once the winner comes forward and claims their prize, including the location of the selling retailer and the final payout option chosen by the winner.
Story summarized from the original created by ALEXX ALTMAN-DEVILBISS | The National News Desk on wsbt.com, see more information here.
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