Powerball winning numbers for December 6: 13-14-26-28-44, Powerball 7, eighth-largest jackpot in history vanishes unclaimed

Powerball winning numbers for December 6 were 13, 14, 26, 28, and 44 with the red Powerball of 7. The enormous $820 million jackpot went unclaimed after Saturday night’s drawing. This marks the eighth-largest prize in the game’s history as one lucky winner could have taken home serious cash.

Complete Winning Numbers From Saturday’s Drawing

The Powerball drawing on December 6, 2025 produced these official winning numbers: 13, 14, 26, 28, and 44. The red Powerball was 7. Players who matched all five white balls and the Powerball had the life-changing opportunity to claim the $820 million annuity prize. However, no one came forward with the grand prize ticket.

The Power Play multiplier was 2x for Saturday’s drawing. This means players who matched some numbers but not the full jackpot still won prizes worth double their normal amount. While the jackpot went unclaimed, smaller prize tiers rewarded numerous winners across all 50 states.

Jackpot Details and Payout Options

The $820 million jackpot represents an estimated amount before taxes. Winners must choose between two payment methods after winning the Powerball. The cash lump sum option was $378.2 million, providing immediate access to funds. Alternatively, the winner could select the full annuity amount of $820 million spread across 30 annual payments.

Annuity payments typically increase by about 5% each year on a graduated schedule. Many winners choose the lump sum for immediate access, while others prefer the annuity for guaranteed long-term income. Federal taxes will reduce whatever amount is chosen, and some states also impose additional lottery taxes.

Prize Tier	Match	Prize
Grand Prize	5 White + Powerball	Unclaimed
Second Prize	5 White	$1 Million
Third Prize	4 White + Powerball	$50,000
Fourth Prize	4 White	$100

This Was The Eighth-Largest Jackpot In Powerball History

The $820 million prize ranks among the most massive Powerball jackpots ever offered. The all-time record remains the $2.04 billion jackpot won by a single ticket from California in November 2022. More recently, the game saw a $1.787 billion jackpot won in September 2025 after drawing top prize winners in two states.

The December 6 drawing came after three consecutive drawings with no grand prize winners. The jackpot had been rolling since the previous winning ticket was claimed, allowing it to climb steadily higher. This aggressive growth pattern kept players excited as they watched the prize amount increase week after week.

How To Claim Your Powerball Prize And Deadlines

If you matched any winning numbers, you must claim your prize within your state’s deadline. Most states allow 90 days to one year to claim tickets after the drawing date. Winners should sign the back of their ticket immediately to prevent anyone else from claiming it. Store the ticket in a safe place until you’re ready to file your claim.

Prizes under $600 can typically be claimed at any authorized lottery retailer. Larger prizes require visiting your state lottery headquarters or submitting a claim by mail. You’ll need to bring your signed ticket, a valid ID, and a completed claim form. Many states require winners of $600 or more to meet with lottery officials before receiving payment, and some allow anonymity depending on state law.

“Most states offer a grace period ranging from 90 days to a full year, depending on the prize tier and local regulations.”

— Jackpot.com Lottery Tips, Prize Claim Information

Will You Try Your Luck In The Next Powerball Drawing?

The next Powerball drawing will grow the jackpot highest from this $820 million unclaimed prize. Every time no one wins the jackpot, the prize rolls over and continues building even higher. Players across all 45 participating states plus Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands can purchase tickets for upcoming drawings.

Powerball drawings happen three times weekly on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday nights. Tickets cost $2 each and players select five numbers from 1 to 69 plus one Powerball number from 1 to 26. The odds of matching all six numbers are approximately 1 in 293 million. But smaller prizes come with much better odds, so check your ticket to see if you won anything from the December 6 drawing.

Sources

• Powerball.com — Official lottery results and prize information
• USA Today — Comprehensive coverage of December 6 winning numbers
• ABC News — Reporting on the $820 million jackpot unclaimed