In Arizona, Powerball tickets can be purchased up until 15 minutes before the draw on draw nights. The cut-off time to buy a Powerball ticket in Arizona is 9:45 p.m. Arizona time on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday nights.
When are the Powerball Draws in Arizona?
The Powerball drawings take place every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday night at 10:00 p.m. Eastern Time. This translates to the following draw times in Arizona:
- Monday drawings: 7:00 p.m. Arizona time
- Wednesday drawings: 7:00 p.m. Arizona time
- Saturday drawings: 7:00 p.m. Arizona time
So on draw nights in Arizona, the deadline to purchase Powerball tickets is 9:45 p.m. local time.
Where Can I Buy Powerball Tickets in Arizona?
Powerball tickets can be purchased at any of the following authorized retailers in Arizona:
- Convenience stores
- Gas stations
- Grocery stores
- Liquor stores
- Tobacco retailers
- Some large retail outlets like Walmart and Target
You can use the Arizona Lottery retailer locator to find a convenient retailer near you selling official Powerball tickets. Many retailers have self-service lottery vending machines available 24/7.
Can I Buy Powerball Tickets Online in Arizona?
Yes, Arizona residents and visitors can purchase official Powerball tickets online through the state lottery’s website azlottery.com. You must be at least 21 years old to play, and be physically located within Arizona state lines at the time of purchase.
Online ticket sales close at 9:45 p.m. Arizona time on draw nights. You can buy tickets on the website up until this deadline.
What Are the Powerball Ticket Options in Arizona?
When you buy a Powerball ticket in Arizona, you have a few different options:
- Quick Pick: Have the terminal randomly select your numbers
- Manual Play: Choose your own numbers
- Multi-Draw: Play the same numbers for multiple consecutive draws
- Power Play: Add Power Play for a chance to multiply non-jackpot prizes
You can mix and match these options. For example, you can choose a Quick Pick Power Play ticket, or manually select your numbers on a 3-draw ticket.
How Much Do Powerball Tickets Cost in Arizona?
Here are the Powerball ticket costs in Arizona:
| Ticket Type | Cost Per Play |
|---|---|
| Single play (one set of numbers for one draw) | $2 |
| Power Play add-on | $1 extra per play |
| Multi-Draw (one set of numbers for 2-8 consecutive draws) | $2 per play per draw |
For example, a 5-draw Powerball ticket with Power Play would cost $11 total (5 x $2 per play + 5 x $1 for Power Play add-on).
What Are the Powerball Jackpots and Prizes in Arizona?
Powerball has nine prize divisions in Arizona. The jackpot starts at $20 million and continues rolling over until there is a winner. Other Arizona Powerball prizes include:
- Match 5 + Power Play: $2 million
- Match 5: $1 million
- Match 4 + Power Play: $50,000
- Match 4: $100
- Match 3 + Power Play: $200
- Match 3: $7
- Match 2 + Power Play: $12
- Match 1 + Power Play: $6
- Match 0 + Power Play: $4
The jackpot cash value option is estimated to be about one-half the annuitized prize amount. All other prizes are paid in a lump sum.
What Are the Powerball Rules in Arizona?
Here are some key Powerball rules to know in Arizona:
- Must be 21 or older to play
- Ticket sales cut-off is 9:45 p.m. Arizona time on draw nights
- Tickets can be purchased in advance for up to 8 consecutive draws
- Power Play is available as a $1 add-on to multiply non-jackpot prizes
- Winning numbers are selected from 1-69 white balls and 1 red Powerball
- Matches must be in exact order to win the jackpot
Make sure to check any winning tickets at a retailer or lottery office as soon as possible after the drawing. Prizes expire one year from the draw date in Arizona.
What Are the Odds of Winning Powerball in Arizona?
The overall odds of winning a Powerball prize in Arizona are 1 in 24.9. The jackpot odds are much steeper at 1 in 292,201,338. Here are the odds breakdown by prize tier:
| Prize Level | Odds |
|---|---|
| Jackpot | 1 in 292,201,338 |
| Match 5 | 1 in 11,688,053.52 |
| Match 4 | 1 in 913,129.18 |
| Match 3 | 1 in 36,525.17 |
| Match 2 | 1 in 14,494.11 |
Adding Power Play will not improve your odds of winning a prize, but it does increase your non-jackpot prize amount if you do win.
Conclusion
In summary, Powerball tickets can be purchased in Arizona up until 9:45 p.m. local time on draw nights at retailers, lottery vending machines, or online. Tickets cost $2 per play plus $1 for the optional Power Play. The jackpot starts at $20 million and the overall odds of winning a prize are around 1 in 25. Be sure to buy your Powerball tickets early on draw days to avoid missing the 9:45 p.m. cut-off time in Arizona.
