Two lucky Powerball players in California woke up significantly richer after matching enough numbers in the November 15 drawing to secure prizes worth more than $600,000 each. While no ticket matched all six numbers needed to claim the massive jackpot, the California Lottery confirmed that two tickets sold in the state hit major winnings.
Where the Winning Tickets Were Sold
According to the California Lottery, one of the winning tickets worth $609,497 was sold at a Rotten Robbie in San Jose. The second ticket, also valued at $609,497, was sold at One Stop Liquor in Pacheco.
Both ticket holders matched five numbers but missed the Powerball, giving them substantial payouts ahead of the next drawing.
Winning Numbers for the November 15 Drawing
The drawing for what was then a $546 million jackpot produced the following numbers:
6, 7, 12, 47, 53
Powerball: 21
Since no one matched the full combination, the jackpot has now climbed to an estimated $570 million. The next drawing is scheduled for Monday, November 17 at 8 p.m. PT.
What Jackpot Winners Take Home After Taxes
While the headline numbers often spark excitement, lottery winners must consider tax obligations before calculating their final prize amount. Winnings are subject to federal taxes, and state taxes also apply depending on where the winner resides.
Payout options also play a major role. Winners can choose the annuity option, paid out over 30 years, or the lump sum, which provides a reduced but immediate payment. Powerball and Mega Millions follow similar schedules for distributing winnings under the annuity structure.
California’s Latest Powerball Surge
California has had a series of notable lottery wins in recent months, including multiple tickets that matched five numbers for substantial secondary prizes. Although no Californian claimed the full jackpot in the November 15 drawing, the two six-figure wins ensure the state remains a strong contributor to national lottery excitement.
As the jackpot rises again, millions of players nationwide are preparing for another chance at life-changing winnings.
