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NC Powerball (Mon, Wed, Sat) - Wednesday, 23 September 2026
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US State DrawRecent Powerball History
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| 23-09-2026 |
Upcoming North Carolina Draw Countdown
📅 Next Draw: Wed, 23 Sep 2026
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| 21-09-2026 |
📍 Main Draw 02 07 09 17 58 20Powerball 🔥 Double play Draw 03 09 16 26 32 02Powerball |
| 19-09-2026 |
📍 Main Draw 18 30 41 45 68 10Powerball 🔥 Double play Draw 13 30 33 49 53 07Powerball |
| 17-09-2026 | No Draw Scheduled |
| 16-09-2026 |
📍 Main Draw 02 21 24 25 64 07Powerball 🔥 Double play Draw 16 30 44 64 67 03Powerball |
| 14-09-2026 |
📍 Main Draw 19 20 57 61 67 22Powerball 🔥 Double play Draw 12 23 48 61 67 08Powerball |
| 13-09-2026 | No Draw Scheduled |
| 12-09-2026 |
📍 Main Draw 14 16 23 58 69 03Powerball 🔥 Double play Draw 21 24 32 48 51 12Powerball |
| 09-09-2026 |
📍 Main Draw 09 40 42 55 65 23Powerball 🔥 Double play Draw 32 33 58 62 69 18Powerball |
| 07-09-2026 |
📍 Main Draw 15 19 28 39 56 03Powerball 🔥 Double play Draw 20 26 49 56 65 05Powerball |
| 06-09-2026 | No Draw Scheduled |
| 05-09-2026 |
📍 Main Draw 15 40 47 53 59 09Powerball 🔥 Double play Draw 21 24 30 47 60 05Powerball |
| 04-09-2026 | No Draw Scheduled |
| 03-09-2026 | No Draw Scheduled |
| 02-09-2026 |
📍 Main Draw 03 10 29 58 64 14Powerball 🔥 Double play Draw 05 06 15 26 33 20Powerball |
North Carolina Powerball: Winning Numbers, Double Play & Comprehensive Player Guide
Welcome to the live winning numbers portal and official player guide for North Carolina Powerball. Powerball is drawn three nights every week on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 PM Eastern Time (ET), with ticket sales closing promptly at 9:59 PM ET on draw nights. Featuring a minimum starting jackpot of $20 million that rolls over and increases with every drawing until a winning ticket matches all six numbers, Powerball is America’s premier multi-state lottery and holds the all-time world record jackpot of $2.04 billion.
The North Carolina Education Lottery (NCEL) officially joined the multi-state Powerball alliance on May 30, 2006, just months after the state lottery began retail operations. Over the subsequent two decades, North Carolina ticket holders have celebrated monumental, life-changing jackpot wins. Notable North Carolina Powerball jackpot winners include Marie Holmes of Shallotte, who claimed a staggering $188 million share in February 2015, and Charles W. Jackson Jr. of Cumberland County, who secured an astounding $344.6 million top prize in June 2019. Beyond these record-breaking jackpots, hundreds of Tar Heel State players have secured $1 million and $2 million Match 5 prizes across Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro, Durham, Winston-Salem, Fayetteville, and surrounding communities.
Operating on a dual-drum format, players select 5 white balls from 1 to 69 and 1 red Powerball from 1 to 26. The odds of matching all six balls to win the rolling jackpot are 1 in 292,201,338, while the overall odds of securing any cash prize tier stand at an achievable 1 in 24.87. North Carolina players can enhance their tickets with two dynamic features: adding Power Play for $1.00 extra multiplies non-jackpot prizes by 2x, 3x, 4x, 5x, or 10x (when jackpots are under $150M) and boosts Match 5 to a fixed $2,000,000 in cash. Additionally, the Double Play add-on ($1.00 extra) enters your numbers into a second drawing immediately following the main draw for a chance to win up to $10,000,000 in cash!
Every Powerball ticket purchased in the Tar Heel State directly benefits North Carolina public education. By legislative mandate, 100% of net NCEL proceeds fund local school construction and repairs in all 100 counties, statewide Pre-K programs for at-risk four-year-olds, classroom teacher salaries, and college scholarships across the University of North Carolina system. Under North Carolina law (NCGS § 18C-132), lottery winners’ names, cities of residence, and prize amounts are matters of public record, though players may claim their winnings through a legally established Trust or LLC. Winnings over $5,000 are subject to a 24% federal tax and a 4.5% North Carolina state income tax withholding. All draw game tickets remain valid for 180 days from the official draw date.
How North Carolina Powerball Works & Game Rules
Participating in North Carolina Powerball is simple and convenient both in retail stores and via NCEL Online Play:
- Pick 5 Numbers: Select 5 numbers from 1 to 69 (white balls) or choose Quick Pick for computer-generated numbers.
- Pick 1 Powerball: Choose 1 number from 1 to 26 (red ball).
- Ticket Cost: Base ticket costs $2.00 per play.
- Power Play ($1 Extra): Multiplies non-jackpot cash tiers up to 10x and doubles Match 5 to a guaranteed $2,000,000.
- Double Play ($1 Extra): Enters your numbers into a separate second drawing for a top cash prize of up to $10,000,000.
- Multi-Draw: Play your chosen numbers for up to 26 consecutive drawings on a single ticket.
North Carolina Powerball Prize Divisions & Odds Table
| Division | Winning Match | Base Payout | Power Play (10x Max) | Odds of Winning |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackpot | 5 White + PB | $20,000,000+ (Rolling) | N/A | 1 in 292,201,338 |
| Match 5 | 5 White | $1,000,000 | $2,000,000 | 1 in 11,688,054 |
| Match 4 + PB | 4 White + PB | $50,000 | $500,000 | 1 in 913,129 |
| Match 4 | 4 White | $100 | $1,000 | 1 in 36,525 |
| Match 3 + PB | 3 White + PB | $100 | $1,000 | 1 in 14,494 |
| Match 3 | 3 White | $7 | $70 | 1 in 580 |
| Match 2 + PB | 2 White + PB | $7 | $70 | 1 in 701 |
| Match 1 + PB | 1 White + PB | $4 | $40 | 1 in 92 |
| Match 0 + PB | 0 White + PB | $4 | $40 | 1 in 38 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - North Carolina Powerball
What days and times are North Carolina Powerball drawings held?
Powerball drawings are held three times weekly on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday nights at 10:59 PM ET. Ticket sales close at 9:59 PM ET on drawing nights.
Can I buy North Carolina Powerball tickets online?
Yes! Registered North Carolina players aged 18 and older can purchase official Powerball tickets directly via the NCEL Online Play website (nclottery.com) or the official NC Lottery Mobile App.
What taxes are deducted from Powerball winnings in North Carolina?
For prizes exceeding $5,000, the NCEL automatically withholds 24% for federal income tax and 4.5% for North Carolina state income tax before disbursing net prize funds.
How does Double Play work in North Carolina Powerball?
For an extra $1 per play, Double Play enters your exact Powerball numbers into a second separate drawing held shortly after the main drawing, offering a top cash prize of $10,000,000.
Can Powerball winners in North Carolina remain anonymous?
Under North Carolina public records statutes, winner identities are public record. However, players may consult legal counsel to establish a Trust or LLC to claim the prize through a designated trustee.