Winning $50K Powerball Ticket Sold in Atlantic City

The lucky ticket was purchased at a local market in the New Jersey city.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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A $50,000 Powerball winning ticket was recently sold at the Hometown Market in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The ticket matched 4 out of 5 winning numbers plus the Powerball number from the February 21st drawing. While not the jackpot, the $50,000 prize is still a significant payout for the lucky winner.

Why it matters

Atlantic City has faced economic challenges in recent years, so a major lottery win in the city is an uplifting story for the community. Powerball and other lottery games provide entertainment and the chance for life-changing payouts, though the odds of winning big are extremely low.

The details

The winning Powerball numbers for the February 21st drawing were 27, 28, 36, 48, and 49, with a Powerball number of 21. The $50,000 winning ticket matched 4 of those numbers plus the Powerball. It was sold at the Hometown Market on Arctic Avenue in Atlantic City.

  • The winning Powerball drawing was held on February 21, 2026.

The players

Hometown Market

A local convenience store in Atlantic City, New Jersey where the $50,000 Powerball winning ticket was sold.

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What’s next

The winner of the $50,000 Powerball prize has not yet come forward to claim their winnings. They have up to one year from the drawing date to claim the prize.

The takeaway

This Powerball win provides a welcome dose of good news for the Atlantic City community, which has faced economic challenges in recent years. While a $50,000 prize is not life-changing wealth, it can make a meaningful difference in someone's life and is an exciting win for the lucky ticket holder.