Best Maryland Scratch Off Tickets: Odds, Remaining Prizes & More
Discover the top Maryland scratch-off tickets with daily data updates on odds, remaining prizes, and ROI. Whether you're hunting for the best Maryland lottery scratchers or checking Maryland instant win games and remaining prizes, we've got you covered with automated updates straight from official sources.
Best Value
Mega Money
$100,000 Ca$h
$5,000,000 CASH
Best Odds
$5,000,000 Fortune
$5,000 Large
Ace of Spades
Top Prizes Claimed
MONOPOLY™ X20
Lucky 13
$5,000,000 Fortune
$50
$5,000 Large
$30
Ace of Spades
$30
$100,000 Ca$h
$30
MONOPOLY™ X200
$30
$1,000,000 Crossword
$25
$500,000 Crossword
$20
200X the Cash
$30
Mega Money
$30
Fire
$30
Bonus Bingo X20
$20
THE GAME OF LIFE™
$20
$50,000 Cash
$20
$1 Million Royale
$20
$5,000,000 CASH
$50
$100,000 Crossword
$10
Lucky 777
$20
MONOPOLY™ X100
$20
100X the Cash
$20
Bingo X10
$10
Bingo X10
$10
MONOPOLY™ X50
$10
50X the Cash
$10
Silver Bell Bucks
$10
$2,000 Large
$10
Money
$10
Mega Bucks
$10
Lucky 7s Multiplier
$10
Ice
$10
Ravens X10
$10
Red 5's Doubler
$10
Scratch & Match
$10
Deluxe Crossword
$5
All About Cash
$20
Deluxe Crossword
$5
Money Bags
$10
More Money
$10
Money Rush
$10
GAME OF THRONES™
$5
JURASSIC PARK
$5
Bonus Crossword
$3
Bonus Crossword
$3
Double Your Money
$10
Gold Bar Bingo
$5
20X the Cash
$5
Mosaic Money
$5
MONOPOLY™ X20
$5
Break the Bank
$5
Diamond Bingo
$3
Winning Streak
$5
Ravens X2
$2
Big Money
$5
Money Maker
$5
Cash Scratch Fever
$5
Snow Much Fun
$2
10X the Cash
$2
Ca$h Plu$
$5
THE BIG SPIN
$5
Festive Fortune
$5
Money Money Money
$5
Lucky 7s Tripler
$5
Candy Cane Cash
$3
Let's Make a Deal®
$5
Cash to Go
$5
Cash Blast
$5
PRESS YOUR LUCK®
$3
Lucky 7s Doubler
$2
SKEE-BALL®
$3
MAGIC 8 BALL™
$2
MONOPOLY™ X10
$2
Back to the Future™
$2
Lucky 13
$1
Lucky 13
$1
Lucky 7s
$1
Cash Tripler
$1
5X the Cash
$1
MONOPOLY™ X5
$1
Win $50, $100 or $200
$10Smart Combo Strategies by Price Tier
Our analysis found that some Maryland scratch-off tickets can be beaten by buying a combination of cheaper tickets with higher total expected value. Here's a breakdown by price tier.
| Price Tier | Games Improved | Avg EV Improvement | Best Combo Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| $2 | 3 of 7 games (42.9%) | +4.9% | 2x 5X the Cash ($1) |
| $5 | 1 of 21 games (4.8%) | +14.0% | 1x Bonus Crossword ($3) + 1x Ravens X2 ($2) |
| $10 | 1 of 19 games (5.3%) | +2.1% | 2x Lucky 7s Tripler ($5) |
| $20 | 7 of 9 games (77.8%) | +2.8% | 2x Money Bags ($10) |
| $25 | 1 of 1 games (100.0%) | +0.7% | 1x THE GAME OF LIFE™ ($20) + 1x Lucky 7s Tripler ($5) |
| $30 | 2 of 7 games (28.6%) | +1.9% | 1x THE GAME OF LIFE™ ($20) + 1x Money Bags ($10) |
| $50 | 2 of 2 games (100.0%) | +3.6% | 1x Mega Money ($30) + 1x THE GAME OF LIFE™ ($20) |
Expected value improvement is calculated from current remaining prizes. Combo strategies use the best-performing game at each cheaper price tier.
Games With Better Alternatives
These games have a cheaper ticket combination that delivers more expected value for the same price.
How We Calculate Value & ROI
We use real-time remaining prizes data to figure out the Return on Investment (ROI) for every active scratchers game.
Expected Value (EV) = total dollar amount you can expect to win back per ticket, based on:
- Every remaining prize tier
- Current probability of hitting each prize (remaining count ÷ estimated tickets left)
ROI = (EV − ticket price) ÷ ticket price × 100%
- Positive ROI (e.g., +12%) → the scratchers game is currently profitable on average
- Negative ROI → expected loss per dollar spent (most games fall here)
This situation changes frequently as players claim prizes and the Maryland Lottery updates official data. We recommend checking back regularly, as new games and updated prize data can create fresh opportunities.
Odds vs ROI – What Actually Matters?
Odds tell you the chance of winning any prize on a single lottery ticket. For example, 1 in 4 odds means you have about a 25% chance of winning something (any amount) on average. It's based on the total prizes and tickets printed by the Maryland Lottery, and it doesn't change much as prizes are claimed.
ROI (Return on Investment) measures how much money you can expect to get back per dollar spent on scratchers, after accounting for the current remaining prizes and their values. It's basically expected value minus ticket price.
In short:
- Odds = probability of winning something
- ROI = actual money value of the game based on what's left to win
Smart Tips for Playing Maryland Scratchers
- Focus on Maryland scratchers with the highest ROI and expected value to maximize your wins.
- Check Best Value and Best Odds tabs above for the current top performers.
- New releases (see Newest tab) start with all prizes intact and typically give you the best chance of winning a big prize.
- Games approaching their end date can sometimes offer interesting opportunities if significant prizes remain unclaimed (see Ending Soon tab when available).
- Avoid games where all top prizes have been claimed — their ROI drops significantly.
- Check back often — ticket data changes daily!
- Never play more than you can afford to lose. Even with our data, it is still a game of chance.
Current Maryland Scratch-Off Insights
There are currently 2 games with all top prizes claimed.
24 games are approaching their end dates.
Why play new releases? Recently launched games start with all prizes intact and often give you the best mathematical edge.
When top prizes are gone, the expected value of remaining tickets drops — focus instead on games still showing strong ROI in the table above.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best scratch-off tickets to buy in Maryland?
Our data shows that lottery scratchers with the highest ROI give you the best chance among Maryland instant win games. Use the Best Value tab above to see the current top performers.
Why Play Maryland Scratch Offs?
The Maryland Lottery offers a variety of scratch-off tickets and instant games, with jackpots up to millions of dollars. Check remaining prizes on these lottery tickets to avoid duds.
What is the difference between odds and ROI?
Odds tell you the chance of winning any prize on a single lottery ticket. ROI (Return on Investment) measures how much money you can expect to get back per dollar spent, after accounting for remaining prizes. In short: Odds = probability of winning something; ROI = actual money value of the game based on what's left to win.
Are there any Maryland scratchers with positive ROI right now?
Currently no games show positive ROI, but this changes frequently. Check back soon!
Should I play ending-soon games?
Sometimes yes — when significant prizes remain, these can offer great value. See the Ending Soon tab (when data is available for Maryland).
Disclaimer: This information is provided for educational purposes only. All data is sourced from the official Maryland lottery website and is updated regularly, but we cannot guarantee 100% accuracy. Lottery games are games of chance, and past performance does not guarantee future results. Please play responsibly and never spend more than you can afford to lose. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER.