Powerball Results: No Jackpot Winner in May 6 Drawing as Prize Rolls Over
The Powerball jackpot remains up for grabs after no ticket matched all six numbers in the Wednesday, May 6, 2026 drawing. The estimated jackpot for the draw had reached $30 million, with a cash value of $13.5 million, but the top prize went unclaimed.
- The Latest Powerball Results
- What Happens After No One Wins?
- How Much Did the Jackpot Reach?
- Powerball Prize Tiers Explained
- What Is Power Play?
- What Is Powerball Double Play?
- How Much Does It Cost to Play Powerball?
- What Are the Odds of Winning the Jackpot?
- Michigan’s Powerball Context
- State Lottery Results Beyond Powerball
- How to Check Powerball Winning Numbers
- How Late Can You Buy a Ticket?
- How Winners Claim Prizes
- Why Powerball Results Matter Beyond the Jackpot
The winning Powerball numbers were:
18, 27, 51, 65 and 68
Powerball: 5
Power Play: 3x
For players across participating states, the result means the jackpot will roll into the next drawing, keeping attention fixed on one of America’s most closely watched lottery games.
The Latest Powerball Results
The Wednesday, May 6 Powerball drawing produced the following official combination:
| Draw Date | White Balls | Powerball | Power Play |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, May 6, 2026 | 18, 27, 51, 65, 68 | 5 | 3x |
No player won the jackpot by matching all five white balls plus the red Powerball.
The same Powerball result appeared across state lottery reports, including Nebraska, Washington and Louisiana. In Nebraska, the May 6 Powerball Double Play numbers were 04, 21, 36, 48 and 69, with Powerball 05.
What Happens After No One Wins?
When there is no jackpot winner, the Powerball jackpot rolls over to the next scheduled drawing. That rollover is part of what allows Powerball jackpots to grow from modest multimillion-dollar prizes into headline-making sums.
The next Powerball drawing is scheduled for Saturday, May 9.
Powerball drawings are held every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. The national drawing time is 10:59 p.m. ET, while local listed times vary by state. For example, Nebraska and Louisiana list Powerball drawings at 9:59 p.m. CT, while Washington lists them at 7:59 p.m. PT.
How Much Did the Jackpot Reach?
The May 6 jackpot was estimated at $30 million, with a $13.5 million cash value.
The advertised jackpot usually refers to the annuity value, while the cash value represents the lump-sum option before taxes. Winners typically choose between receiving the full advertised jackpot as an annuity paid over time or taking the smaller cash option upfront.
Powerball Prize Tiers Explained
Even when no one wins the jackpot, Powerball still offers several lower-tier prizes. Players win by matching different combinations of white balls and the red Powerball.
Here is the standard prize structure provided:
| Match | Prize |
|---|---|
| 5 White Balls + Powerball | Jackpot |
| 5 White Balls | $1 million |
| 4 White Balls + Powerball | $50,000 |
| 4 White Balls | $100 |
| 3 White Balls + Powerball | $100 |
| 3 White Balls | $7 |
| 2 White Balls + Powerball | $7 |
| 1 White Ball + Powerball | $4 |
| Powerball only | $4 |
With the Power Play option, some non-jackpot prizes can increase significantly:
| Match With Power Play | Prize |
|---|---|
| 5 White Balls | $2 million |
| 4 White Balls + Powerball | $200,000 |
| 4 White Balls | $400 |
| 3 White Balls + Powerball | $400 |
| 3 White Balls | $28 |
| 2 White Balls + Powerball | $28 |
| 1 White Ball + Powerball | $16 |
| Powerball only | $16 |
What Is Power Play?
Power Play is an optional feature that costs an additional $1 per play. It can multiply most non-jackpot prizes by 2, 3, 4, 5 or 10 times.
For the May 6 drawing, the Power Play multiplier was 3x.
The multiplier is randomly selected before each drawing. The 10x multiplier is only available when the advertised jackpot annuity is $150 million or less.
Power Play does not apply to the jackpot, and it also does not apply to prizes won in the Double Play drawing.
What Is Powerball Double Play?
Powerball Double Play gives in-store ticket buyers another chance to win using the same numbers in a second drawing held after the regular Powerball draw.
Players can add Double Play for an additional $1 per play. The feature offers a chance to win additional prizes of up to $10 million.
The May 6 Double Play numbers reported in Nebraska and Washington were:
04, 21, 36, 48 and 69
Powerball: 05
The Double Play drawing takes place between 11:30 and 11:40 p.m.
How Much Does It Cost to Play Powerball?
A standard Powerball ticket costs $2.
Players can add:
Power Play: Additional $1 per play
Double Play: Additional $1 per play where available
That means a basic Powerball ticket is $2, while adding optional features increases the total cost.
What Are the Odds of Winning the Jackpot?
The overall odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are 1 in 292.2 million.
That extremely long probability is why jackpots frequently roll over. While smaller prizes are more common, matching all five white balls plus the red Powerball remains exceptionally rare.
Michigan’s Powerball Context
Michigan has a notable place in recent Powerball history. The largest winning Powerball jackpot ticket sold in Michigan was worth $842.4 million and was sold in January 2024 at Food Castle in Grand Blanc.
That record illustrates why even smaller rollover jackpots continue to attract attention. Every drawing carries the possibility of a life-changing win, even though the odds remain steep.
State Lottery Results Beyond Powerball
Several state lottery reports for May 6 included Powerball alongside other draw games.
In Nebraska, the reported results included:
| Game | Winning Numbers |
|---|---|
| Pick 3 | 8-6-8 |
| Pick 5 | 01-05-15-23-36 |
| 2 By 2 | Red Balls: 02-03; White Balls: 03-04 |
| MyDay | Month: 11; Day: 28; Year: 67 |
| Millionaire for Life | 06-18-30-32-43; Bonus: 01 |
In Washington, May 6 results included:
| Game | Winning Numbers |
|---|---|
| Cash Pop | 06 |
| Pick 3 | 1-0-4 |
| Match 4 | 03-13-14-19 |
| Hit 5 | 10-16-21-27-37 |
| Lotto | 01-06-11-15-16-17 |
Washington also reported Daily Keno numbers:
04-13-16-21-29-30-39-41-42-47-51-55-60-63-66-69-71-72-75-79
In Louisiana, May 6 results included:
| Game | Winning Numbers |
|---|---|
| Pick 3 | 9-9-5 |
| Pick 4 | 7-9-5-5 |
| Pick 5 | 7-2-3-7-0 |
| Easy 5 | 11-17-21-23-28 |
| Lotto | 06-10-11-26-32-33 |
How to Check Powerball Winning Numbers
Powerball winning numbers are made available after each drawing. Drawings are broadcast live every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. ET from the Florida Lottery draw studio in Tallahassee.
Winning numbers are also posted on official Powerball and state lottery platforms. Players should always verify tickets through official lottery channels, especially before discarding any ticket.
How Late Can You Buy a Ticket?
Ticket purchase deadlines vary by state.
In Michigan, in-store and online Powerball ticket sales are available until 9:45 p.m. on the night of the draw.
Players in other states should check their local lottery rules because cut-off times may differ.
How Winners Claim Prizes
Prize-claim rules also vary by state.
In Washington, lottery retailers can redeem prizes up to $600. For prizes over $600, winners can submit a claim by mail or in person at a Washington Lottery regional office. In-person claimants are instructed to bring a winning ticket, photo ID, Social Security card and a voided check, if available.
In Louisiana, retailers redeem prizes up to $600. Prizes over $600 can be claimed by mail or in person at Louisiana Lottery offices, while prizes over $5,000 must be claimed at a Lottery office.
The common rule across states is simple: sign the back of the ticket, protect it, and verify claim requirements through the relevant state lottery office.
Why Powerball Results Matter Beyond the Jackpot
Powerball results are more than a nightly list of numbers. They drive public interest, retailer traffic, state lottery engagement and recurring media attention.
Every rollover creates anticipation. Every jackpot winner becomes part of lottery history. Even when the top prize goes unclaimed, millions of players check their tickets for lower-tier prizes, Power Play boosts and Double Play opportunities.
The May 6, 2026 drawing did not produce a jackpot winner, but it did reset attention toward the next opportunity: Saturday, May 9. For players, the numbers to remember are 18, 27, 51, 65, 68 and Powerball 5. For the broader lottery audience, the bigger story is the continuing cycle of hope, probability and rollover excitement that keeps Powerball at the center of America’s lottery culture.
