Powerball Results: Winning Numbers for January 19, 2026
The Powerball drawing on January 19, 2026, features an impressive jackpot of $193 million. If won, this grand prize has a cash value of approximately $87.9 million. This increase follows the January 17 drawing, where no winner matched all six numbers required to claim the last jackpot of $179 million.
Recent Jackpot History
The spotlight is also on the slice of luck from the previous month. An Arkansas ticket won a whopping $1.8 billion jackpot on Christmas Eve, marking it as the second-largest ever recorded in Powerball history. Sold in Cabot, about 30 miles from Little Rock, this massive prize is still unclaimed. Under Arkansas law, the winner has until June 22, 2026, to claim their prize in person.
Winning Numbers for January 19, 2026
The winning numbers for the upcoming Powerball drawing are:
- White Balls: 05, 55, 34, 28, 37
- Powerball: 17
How to Play Powerball
Playing Powerball is straightforward. A ticket costs $2, and they are available across 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Tickets can be purchased at various locations, including convenience stores and gas stations. In some states, online purchases are also permitted, depending on local regulations.
How to Select Your Numbers
Players must choose six numbers to play. This includes five white balls numbered from 1 to 69 and one red Powerball numbered between 1 and 26. For an additional fee of $1, players can opt for “Power Play,” which increases non-jackpot winnings. Multipliers for this option can be 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X, or even 10X. The “Quick Pick” option allows for random number selection if preferred.
Powerball Drawing Schedule
Drawings are conducted on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday nights. If no one wins the jackpot, the cash prize continues to grow, potentially reaching life-changing amounts for the next drawing.
Eligibility for Playing Powerball
Interestingly, players do not need to be U.S. citizens or residents to participate in the Powerball. Anyone, satisfying the minimum age requirement of usually 18 years, can purchase tickets at authorized retailers in participating locations.
Top Powerball Jackpots
| Date | Jackpot Amount | State |
|---|---|---|
| November 7, 2022 | $2.040 billion | California |
| December 24, 2025 | $1.817 billion | Arkansas |
| September 6, 2025 | $1.787 billion | Missouri, Texas |
| October 11, 2023 | $1.765 billion | California |
| January 13, 2016 | $1.586 billion | California, Florida, Tennessee |
For anyone looking to participate in the exciting Powerball drawing, remember to purchase your ticket before the drawing times. Stay alert for updates on the winning numbers and keep dreaming big!
