$5$500 MAYHEM
Game #1623 · $5 ticket
About This Game
$500 MAYHEM is a $5 scratchers from the District of Columbia Lottery with overall odds of 1 in 4.
With a current return of 70¢ per dollar, this game offers solid value among District of Columbia scratchers. The return rate has held relatively steady since this game launched.
Only 164 of the original 433 top prizes of $500 remain — the biggest payouts are becoming scarce. Prizes are distributed across many tiers, giving players frequent smaller wins. Notably, you have a 1 in 4 chance of at least breaking even — better than most games at this price.
Ranked #28 among $5 games in District of Columbia, there are higher-rated options at this price point. Check our District of Columbia rankings for the current top picks.
Roughly 38% of printed tickets are still in circulation.