Best $10 Scratch-Off Tickets
Cross-state comparison of $10 games ranked by current rate and prize availability.
$10 scratch-offs are the most popular price point in most states, and for good reason — they strike the best balance between ticket cost and prize potential. But popularity means more games competing for your dollar. We rank every active $10 game across 15 states by remaining prize availability and expected value, updated daily.
How We Rank These Games
Every game is scored using our Serious Score algorithm, which factors in current return rate, remaining prize availability, prize pool health, and ticket velocity. Games with more unclaimed top prizes and better return rates rank higher. Scores update daily as lotteries publish new prize data.
Learn more about our methodologyFrequently Asked Questions
Why are $10 scratch-offs so popular?
$10 tickets hit the sweet spot: they typically offer top prizes between $250,000 and $2 million, better overall odds than cheaper tickets, and the cost is still manageable for casual players. Most state lotteries have more $10 games in circulation than any other price point.
Which $10 scratch-off has the best odds right now?
Check the table above for the current #1 ranked $10 game in your state. Rankings change frequently as prizes are claimed, so a game that was #1 last week might have dropped. Our data updates daily to reflect the latest prize availability from each state lottery.
Are $10 scratch-offs worth the money?
The best $10 scratch-offs typically return 65-75 cents per dollar, which is comparable to or better than other price points. But the worst $10 games can return much less. By checking which games still have top prizes available, you can avoid games that are past their prime and stick with the highest-value options.
Compare Other Price Points
Scratch-off value varies across price tiers. Compare all four to find the best game for your budget.
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