The New Mexico Lottery offers the Powerball game, a popular multi-state lottery with substantial jackpots. Players can purchase tickets for the Powerball game at authorized lottery retailers throughout New Mexico.
Key Facts
- Powerball Double Play®: The New Mexico Lottery offers a new multi-state add-on feature called Powerball Double Play®. For an additional $1 per play, players have a chance to match their Powerball numbers in a second drawing for a chance to win up to $10,000,000. The Double Play® drawing occurs after the Powerball draw on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
Game Details
- DrawingsPowerball drawings are held every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 8:59 PM Mountain Time.
- Ticket SalesTickets can be purchased until 8:00 PM Mountain Time for that night’s drawing. Sales for the next draw resume at 8:10 PM.
- Ticket CostEach Powerball ticket costs $2 per play.
- Powerball Double Play®For an additional $1 per play, players can participate in the Powerball Double Play® add-on feature. This feature offers a second drawing with a chance to win up to $10,000,000.
Winning Numbers
Winning Powerball numbers are announced after each drawing and are available on the New Mexico Lottery website (https://www.nmlottery.com/drawings/drawing-results/). Players can also check winning numbers at lottery retailers or by calling the player hotline at (505) 342-PLAY (7529).
Prizes
The Powerball jackpot starts at $20 million and grows until it is won. The jackpot is paid out as an annuity over 29 years or as a lump sum. In addition to the jackpot, there are eight other prize tiers with prizes ranging from $4 to $1 million.
How to Play
To play Powerball, players select five numbers from 1 to 69 and one Powerball number from 1 to 26. Players can choose their own numbers or use the Quick Pick option to have the numbers randomly generated.
Sources
FAQs
When are the New Mexico Powerball drawings held?
Powerball drawings are held every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 8:59 PM Mountain Time.
Where can I find the winning Powerball numbers?
Winning Powerball numbers are announced after each drawing and are available on the New Mexico Lottery website, at lottery retailers, or by calling the player hotline at (505) 342-PLAY (7529).
How much does it cost to play Powerball in New Mexico?
Each Powerball ticket costs $2 per play. Players can also add the Powerball Double Play® feature for an additional $1 per play.
What is the Powerball Double Play® feature?
Powerball Double Play® is a multi-state add-on feature that gives players a chance to match their Powerball numbers in a second drawing for a chance to win up to $10,000,000. The Double Play® drawing occurs after the Powerball draw on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
What are the odds of winning the Powerball jackpot?
The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are 1 in 292,201,338.
What are the other prize tiers in Powerball?
In addition to the jackpot, there are eight other prize tiers with prizes ranging from $4 to $1 million.
How do I claim a Powerball prize?
To claim a Powerball prize, you must present your winning ticket at a New Mexico Lottery claim center. Prizes of $600 or less can be claimed at any authorized lottery retailer.
What is the deadline to claim a Powerball prize?
Powerball prizes must be claimed within 90 days of the drawing date.