Best $1 Scratchers in California
All 3 active $1 scratchers in California, ranked by current return rate and remaining prize availability.
There are 3 $1 scratchers in California at the moment, 3 of them winding down. On 2 of these 3, more than half the top prizes are reported claimed. How we count prizes
Updated August 5, 2026
| # | Game | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rockin' Riches#1727 | #1 | |
| 2 | Straight 8's#1674 | #3 | |
| 3 | The Lucky Spot!#1555 | #4 |
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 methodology