Maryland LotteryScratch-OffsOverall Odds

The top remaining scratch off prizes, ranked from largest to smallest top prize, are as follows. For a complete list of remaining prizes for all games, visit our Maryland Lottery Remaining Prizes page.

Overall Odds refer to the odds of winning ANY prize, including breakeven prizes or free tickets. A game with Overall Odds such as 1 in 3.3, that does not mean that if you purchased four tickets that one of them will be a guaranteed win. The Overall Odds are the odds of winning any prize, on average, over the life of the entire game.

Playing the lottery is a game of chance and winning takes a combination of planning and luck. Playing with a strategy can improve your chances of bringing home a prize. We recommend players:

1. Have a Goal – Decide which prizes you are playing for today. Avoid being the player who wants to “win anything”. Have a goal in mind and remember the smaller your prize goal, the better the odds.
2. Set a Budget – Determine a budget and stick to it.
3. Focus on the Best Odds – Each game has differing odds to win each prize. Having a target prize in mind (e.g. $1,000) and a budget (e.g. $20), you can focus in on which games has the BEST odds of winning the prizes you are after.

Players ask this question often and are usually referring to which game has the best Overall Odds. That is because they don’t realize prize level data is available. The “BEST” game to play is going to vary player to player.

Each player has a different prize amount they would be thrilled to win as well as a budget they can spend. Smart players will target the smallest amount that will make a meaningful impact as the odds will be much better than always swinging for a grand prize.

When players ask which scratch-off ticket wins the most, their question can have different meanings. Let’s go through a couple common interpretations:

Overall Odds – The best overall odds suggest a game will win more often. However, these games often feature a lot of smaller, breakeven prizes. Players may find themselves winning more often, but those wins usually just return the money they spent on the ticket.

Prize Payout – A higher Prize Payout signifies that a greater percentage of ticket sales are given back to players as prizes. Usually, games with higher ticket prices offer more substantial prize payouts than cheaper games.

In Maryland, scratch off prizes must be claimed within 182 days of the announced end of the game. The specific end date can be found on the MD Lottery’s website.

Retailer – Prizes of $600 or less can be claimed at any authorized Lottery retailer.

Maryland Lottery Expanded Cashing Authority Program Retailer – Prizes Up to and Including $5,000 can be claimed at these specialty cashing retailers.

Maryland Casinos – Prizes Up to and Including $25,000 can be claimed at the cashiers’ window at Maryland Casinos.

Official Lottery Office – Any Prize can be claimed at the Official Lottery Offices but it is required for Prizes Over $25,000.

By Mail – Prizes of Any Amount can be claimed via mail

Scratch games released in the last 30 days are highlighted with a “NEW GAME!” tag on all our scratch off rankings.

We always respond to this question with another one: “Best odds to win what?”

The best odds to win can vary significantly based on your specific prize goals. Are you aiming for just enough to for a night out, or are you setting your sights on a life-changing jackpot? Each lottery game, whether it’s a scratch-off or a draw game, offers different prize odds, making some games more favorable for particular types of wins.

At LottoEdge, we recognize that every player has unique goals and playing styles. That’s why we provide detailed rankings for scratch-off games and include various price filters to help you identify which games have the best odds for your prize goals. Additionally, we offer draw game odds comparisons for all your favorite lottery games.

The number of tickets on a roll of scratch-offs can vary depending on the specific game and the ticket price. Typically, a roll can contain anywhere from 20 to 300 tickets, with the total cost of the roll ranging between $300 and $600.

For the most precise and up-to-date information, it is best to consult your local lottery retailer.