Washington Powerball
Latest Powerball results and how much you keep after Washington taxes.
Latest Powerball Drawing
Monday, May 25Jackpot: $154M
Drawings every Mon, Wed & Sat at 10:59 PM ET · Power Play optional +$1
Washington Powerball — Take-Home After Taxes
Based on $154M jackpot · Estimated
Cash Lump Sum
Annuity (30 Payments)
Washington Lottery Information
State tax on winnings
0% — No state tax
Draw days
Mon, Wed, Sat at 10:59 PM ET
Ticket price
$2 per play (+$1 Power Play)
Jackpot odds
1 in 292,201,338
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the Powerball jackpot in Washington?
The current Powerball jackpot is $154M. Powerball is played in Washington along with 44 other states. Drawings are held Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 PM ET.
How much do you keep from Powerball in Washington?
Washington does not tax lottery winnings at the state level. For the lump sum option on a $154M jackpot, you'd receive approximately $85M cash value and keep around $53M after the 37% federal tax. This makes Washington one of the most favorable states for lottery winners.
Where do I buy Powerball tickets in Washington?
Powerball tickets are sold at most convenience stores, gas stations, grocery stores, and other licensed lottery retailers throughout Washington. Tickets cost $2 per play, with an optional $1 Power Play add-on.
How do I claim a Powerball prize in Washington?
Prizes under $600 can typically be claimed at any Washington lottery retailer. Prizes $600 and above must be claimed at a Washington Lottery district office or headquarters. Jackpot winners must contact the Washington Lottery directly. Keep your ticket safe — it is the only proof of your win.
Does Washington tax Powerball winnings?
No. Washington does not have a state income tax on lottery winnings. You will still owe federal income tax (up to 37%), but Washington winners keep significantly more than winners in high-tax states.
Powerball in Washington
Washington residents can purchase Powerball tickets at licensed lottery retailers statewide. Powerball is a multi-state lottery operated by the Multi-State Lottery Association (MUSL), with drawings every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 PM Eastern Time.
If you win the Powerball jackpot in Washington, you have 60 days from the drawing date to choose between the lump-sum cash option and the annuity. The lump sum pays approximately 55-60% of the advertised jackpot immediately, while the annuity pays the full amount over 29 years in 30 graduated payments.
Washington is one of the best states to win the lottery because it does not impose a state income tax on lottery winnings. Winners in Washington only owe federal income tax, which can reach 37% at the top bracket. This makes the Washington take-home significantly higher than states like New York (10.9% state tax) or Maryland (8.75%).