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Game #1087 · $5 ticket · Data as of 8/5/2026
Serious Score 42Overall odds: 1 in 8Medium Confidence
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$25, $50 or $250 is a $5 scratch-offs from the Ohio Lottery with overall odds of 1 in 8.
With a current return of 73¢ per dollar, this game offers solid value among Ohio scratch-offs. The return rate has held relatively steady since this game launched.
Only 1465 of the original 3719 top prizes of $250 remain. The biggest payouts are becoming scarce. This is a top-heavy game where most of the prize value is concentrated in a few large payouts. Your odds of at least breaking even on this ticket are 1 in 8.
Ranked #9 among $5 games in Ohio, there are higher-rated options at this price point. Check our Ohio rankings for the current top picks.
Roughly 40% of printed tickets are still in circulation.
Key Metrics
60dSerious Score42
Current Rate73¢Original: 73¢ · Shift: 0¢
Overall RankN/Aall US games
Tickets Remaining (Estimated)
2.4Mof 6.1M printed
~108 days left
Win Probabilities
60dTop Prize$250
1465 of 3719 leftTop-heavy
P(Breakeven)1 in 8(12.0627%)
Any Prize
1 in 8
Common Questions
What are the odds of winning $25, $50 or $250?
The overall odds of winning any prize on $25, $50 or $250 are 1 in 8.
How much does a $25, $50 or $250 ticket cost?
A $25, $50 or $250 ticket costs $5.
What is the top prize for $25, $50 or $250?
The top prize for $25, $50 or $250 is $250, with 1465 prizes still remaining.
How many $25, $50 or $250 tickets are left?
An estimated 2.4M tickets remain, approximately 40% of the total printed.