NJ Lottery: Powerball Results and Latest Draws Revealed
The New Jersey Lottery has long been a staple for residents seeking excitement and potential windfalls, offering a mix of state-specific games and multi-state jackpots like Powerball and Mega Millions. As of February 9, 2026, lottery enthusiasts in the Garden State are buzzing over the latest Powerball drawing, which saw no jackpot winner but delivered a significant $1 million prize elsewhere. This article dives into the recent results, how to play in NJ, upcoming jackpots, and tips to maximize your chances.
Powerball Drawing Results: February 9, 2026
The Powerball drawing on Monday, February 9, 2026, offered an estimated jackpot of $113 million, drawing thousands of New Jersey players hoping to strike it rich. Unfortunately, no one matched all six numbers to claim the grand prize. The winning numbers were 6, 19, 22, 28, 48, with the Powerball 24 and a Power Play multiplier of 5x.
While the jackpot eluded everyone, excitement was high with one lucky ticket in North Carolina matching five white balls for a $1 million prize. In New Jersey, several smaller prizes were likely claimed, though official NJ-specific winner details are pending from the state lottery commission. The Double Play feature, available for an extra $1 per ticket, drew numbers 2, 33, 49, 51, 64 with Powerball 26, but no top prizes were reported there either.
For NJ players, this means the jackpot rolls over to the next drawing on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, now estimated at $126 million with a cash option of $57.8 million. Drawings occur every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at approximately 10:59 p.m. ET, broadcast live and viewable via the official NJ Lottery website or app.
How to Check Your NJ Powerball Tickets
New Jersey residents can verify their tickets quickly through the NJ Lottery app, website (njlottery.com), or at authorized retailers. Prizes under $599 can be claimed at any lottery retailer, while larger amounts require a visit to a regional claim center or the Trenton headquarters. Remember, all prizes over $500 are subject to state and federal taxes, with NJ withholding 3% for residents on winnings above that threshold.
Other NJ Lottery Games to Watch
Beyond Powerball, the NJ Lottery offers a diverse portfolio of games tailored to different play styles and budgets. Daily draws like Pick-3 and Pick-4 provide frequent opportunities, with recent Pick-3 evening numbers on February 9 being 4-7-2 (straight play worth up to $500). Cash4Life, another NJ favorite, guarantees $1,000 a day for life to jackpot winners and runs daily with a top prize of $7 million cash alternative.
Don't overlook scratch-off tickets, which account for a significant portion of NJ Lottery revenue—over $1.2 billion in sales annually, funding education and seniors' programs. Popular series like "$1,000,000 Ultimate Spectacul" offer instant $1 million top prizes, with odds improving as tickets are sold out.
For multi-state action, Mega Millions also rolled over after the February 6 drawing, with winning numbers 13, 21, 25, 52, 62 and Mega Ball 19. The jackpot now stands at an estimated $366 million for Tuesday, February 10, with a cash option of $165.6 million. NJ players have historically fared well in these games, including a $209.3 million Powerball win in North Carolina earlier in 2026—but Garden State luck is always just a ticket away.
Playing the NJ Lottery: Tips and Strategies
A standard Powerball ticket costs $2 in New Jersey, with options to add Power Play for $1 (multiplying non-jackpot prizes by 2x to 10x) or Double Play for another $1, entering your numbers into a second drawing for up to $10 million. Tickets are available at over 7,000 NJ retailers, including convenience stores, supermarkets, and gas stations. Online play isn't yet available for draw games, but the NJ Lottery app provides results and second-chance entries for non-winning tickets.
To boost your odds, consider these insights: The most commonly drawn Powerball numbers historically include 61, 32, 21, 63, and 69 for white balls, and 18, 24, 4, 10, and 6 for the red Powerball. However, every draw is random, so play responsibly. The overall odds of winning any Powerball prize are 1 in 24.9, but matching just the Powerball nets $4.
New Jersey's lottery contributes massively to public good—over $1.5 billion in fiscal year 2025 went to education, transportation, and state aid. Since its inception in 1970, the NJ Lottery has paid out billions in prizes while generating funds without raising taxes.
2026 Powerball Highlights and Historical Context
This year's Powerball has seen one major jackpot win: $209.3 million on January 21 in North Carolina. Looking back, Powerball's all-time top prizes include the record $2.04 billion in California on November 7, 2022. Combined with Mega Millions, the U.S. lottery landscape boasts jackpots exceeding $1 billion multiple times, with NJ claiming shares in several, like the $1.586 billion split in 2016.
As the NJ Lottery evolves, expect more digital integrations and promotions. For now, with rolling jackpots in both Powerball and Mega Millions, February 2026 is shaping up as a thrilling month for New Jersey players. Grab your ticket, check those numbers, and dream big—but always gamble within your means.
Stay tuned to Everythiiing.com for ongoing NJ Lottery updates, winner stories, and expert analysis.
