On October 7, 2024, lottery enthusiasts from across Colorado eagerly awaited the results of the latest Powerball and Double Play drawings. With a staggering jackpot on the line and the anticipation building, let’s dive into the details of the winning numbers, prize breakdowns, and whether Colorado made any millionaires last night!
Powerball Results for October 7, 2024
The Powerball jackpot for this drawing was an eye-popping $315 million, with a cash value of approximately $154.9 million. Despite the excitement, no one claimed the jackpot, which will now roll over for the next drawing.
Here are the winning Powerball numbers for October 7, 2024:
- Winning Numbers: 18, 30, 31, 52, 63
- Powerball (PB): 22
- Power Play (PP): 2
Despite no one hitting the jackpot, there were still plenty of winners across various prize tiers. Let’s break down how many Colorado players took home cash:
| Prize Tier | Winners in Colorado | Prize Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 5 + Powerball | 0 | Jackpot |
| 5 (without Powerball) | 0 | $1,000,000 |
| 4 + Powerball | 0 | $50,000 |
| 4 (without Powerball) | 2 | $100 |
| 3 + Powerball | 7 | $100 |
| 3 (without Powerball) | 173 | $7 |
| 2 + Powerball | 145 | $7 |
| 1 + Powerball | 1,016 | $4 |
| Powerball Only | 2,451 | $4 |
Power Play Results
For those who opted into the Power Play feature (which multiplies non-jackpot prizes by a set number), the multiplier for October 7 was 2x. Here’s how Power Play boosted winnings in Colorado:
| Prize Tier with Power Play | Winners in Colorado | Prize Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 5 (without Powerball) | 0 | $2,000,000 |
| 4 + Powerball | 0 | $100,000 |
| 4 (without Powerball) | 0 | $200 |
| 3 + Powerball | 4 | $200 |
| 3 (without Powerball) | 123 | $14 |
| 2 + Powerball | 122 | $14 |
| 1 + Powerball | 908 | $8 |
| Powerball Only | 2,072 | $8 |
Double Play Results for October 7, 2024
For those who participated in the Double Play option, there was another chance to win, with a top prize of $10 million. Although no one hit the top prize, several Coloradans still walked away with prizes.
The Double Play numbers for October 7 were:
- Winning Numbers: 24, 27, 47, 49, 55
- Powerball (PB): 11
Here’s how Colorado Double Play winners fared:
| Prize Tier | Winners in Colorado | Prize Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 5 + Powerball | 0 | $10,000,000 |
| 5 (without Powerball) | 0 | $500,000 |
| 4 + Powerball | 0 | $50,000 |
| 4 (without Powerball) | 4 | $500 |
| 3 + Powerball | 1 | $500 |
| 3 (without Powerball) | 68 | $20 |
| 2 + Powerball | 56 | $20 |
| 1 + Powerball | 441 | $10 |
| Powerball Only | 1,131 | $7 |
Key Takeaways
- No jackpot winners in the Powerball drawing for October 7, 2024, which means the jackpot will continue to grow for the next drawing. The new estimated jackpot stands at $336 million!
- In Colorado, a total of 2,451 players won the $4 prize for matching only the Powerball number, and 1,016 players won $4 for matching 1 number plus the Powerball.
- Although no one hit the $10 million prize in the Double Play, several players took home smaller amounts, with four players matching four numbers for a $500 prize.
The next Powerball drawing promises an even bigger jackpot, so don’t forget to grab your ticket and tune in for the chance to win big!
Good luck to all the players, and remember to always play responsibly!
