KEY POINTS
- No jackpot winner in the Jan. 26 Powerball drawing.
- Winning numbers were 21, 31, 51, 60, 63 with Powerball 18 and Power Play 2×.
- Next drawing on Jan. 28 features an estimated $43 million jackpot.
MIAMI — The Powerball jackpot went unclaimed in Monday night’s drawing, leaving the prize pool to increase ahead of Wednesday’s scheduled draw.
The winning numbers for Jan. 26 were 21, 31, 51, 60, 63 and the Powerball was 18, with the Power Play multiplier set at 2×, according to the official Powerball website.
No ticket matched all six numbers in the Monday drawing, meaning the top prize of $29 million annuitized remains unclaimed.
The next drawing is set for Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026, with an estimated jackpot of $43 million, equivalent to a cash value of approximately $19.4 million.
The Powerball lottery, a multi-state game known for generating record-breaking jackpots, held its Monday drawing with no top prize winner.
The result continues a series of rollovers, a common occurrence given the odds of winning the jackpot roughly one in 292 million. Players can watch the live drawing online or check results through state lottery websites.
Powerball tickets are sold in 45 states, Washington DC, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
The game is administered by the Multi-State Lottery Association (MUSL). Drawings take place Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
Historically, large jackpots encourage higher ticket sales, often driving participation spikes during consecutive rollovers.
Previous notable wins include a $209 million jackpot claimed in North Carolina on Jan. 21, 2026, and the record $2.04 billion jackpot in 2022.
According to Dr. John Holden, senior statistics lecturer at Louisiana State University, “The probability of winning a Powerball jackpot is extremely low, which is why consecutive rollovers occur frequently.”
Victoria Griffith, director of responsible gaming at the National Council on Problem Gambling, noted that escalating jackpots can increase ticket purchases but may also encourage risky gambling behavior.
She advised players to treat the lottery as entertainment rather than a financial strategy.
Frank M. Suarez, spokesperson for the Florida Lottery Commission, urged players to verify their tickets through official channels.
“Even without a jackpot winner, thousands of lower tier prizes are claimed each draw. Checking results ensures all prizes are collected,” he said.
The next Powerball drawing on Jan. 28 is expected to draw significant attention as the jackpot climbs. Continued rollovers could push the prize higher, influencing ticket sales and state lottery revenues.
Monday’s Powerball drawing produced no jackpot winner, leaving the prize to grow for the Wednesday drawing.
The event highlights both the excitement and low probability inherent in large scale lottery games and underscores the economic and social impact of multi-state lotteries in the US.
Powerball Jan. 26, 2026 FAQs
Q: What were the winning Powerball numbers on Jan. 26, 2026?
A: The winning numbers were 21, 31, 51, 60, 63 and the Powerball 18, with Power Play 2×.
Q: Did anyone win the Powerball jackpot on Jan. 26?
A: No, there were no jackpot winners, so the prize rolled over.
Q: When is the next Powerball drawing?
A: The next drawing is on Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026, at 10:59 PM ET.
Q: How much is the next Powerball jackpot?
A: The estimated jackpot for Jan. 28 is $43 million annuitized, with a cash value of $19.4 million.
Author’s perspective
In my analysis, consecutive Powerball rollovers reflect both the game’s structural odds and heightened public engagement during large jackpots.
I predict digital lottery platforms will integrate AI driven prize prediction tools to boost participation. For the average player, this means more informed ticket choices. Track state level jackpot trends to optimize your lottery strategy.
NOTE! This report was compiled from multiple reliable sources, including official statements, press releases, and verified media coverage.
