Best New Mexico Scratch Off Tickets: Odds, Remaining Prizes & More

Data last updated: August 28, 2026

Find the best scratch-off tickets to buy in New Mexico right now. We rank all 53 active New Mexico Lottery scratch-off games by ROI, odds, and remaining prizes — updated daily from official sources. Use the tabs below to filter by best value, best odds, newest releases, or games to avoid.

Best Value

Sizzling Riches

Sizzling Riches

Ticket Price: $20
ROI: -26.1%
Best overall value — 4.1pts better ROI than next game
100X

100X

Ticket Price: $20
ROI: -30.2%
#2 ROI — strong value at the $20 price point
$25, $50 or $100!

$25, $50 or $100!

Ticket Price: $10
ROI: -32.1%
#3 ROI — solid pick if top games sell out

Best Odds

MYSTERY CROSSWORD

MYSTERY CROSSWORD

Ticket Price: $10
Overall Odds: 1 in 2.92
Best odds in the state — highest chance of winning any prize
The Return of the Pink Panther™ Crossword

The Return of the Pink Panther™ Crossword

Ticket Price: $15
Overall Odds: 1 in 2.97
#2 odds — $15 ticket, 1 top prizes left
Zoltar® Crossword

Zoltar® Crossword

Ticket Price: $15
Overall Odds: 1 in 2.98
#3 odds — 4 top prizes still available

Top Prizes Claimed

Hello Money

Hello Money

Top Prize: $20,0000 remaining
Next Prize: $100 — 98 remaining
Daily Crossword

Daily Crossword

Top Prize: $30,0000 remaining
Next Prize: $200 — 4 remaining
Bags of Money

Bags of Money

Top Prize: $1,0000 remaining
Next Prize: $500 — 1 remaining
53 games
💡 Better combo available
MYSTERY CROSSWORD

MYSTERY CROSSWORD

$10
Top Prize $500
Top Prizes Left 47
Overall Odds 1 in 2.92
💡 Better combo available
The Return of the Pink Panther™ Crossword

The Return of the Pink Panther™ Crossword

$15
Top Prize $15,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 2.97
💡 Better combo available
Zoltar® Crossword

Zoltar® Crossword

$15
Top Prize $25,000
Top Prizes Left 4
Overall Odds 1 in 2.98
100X

100X

$20
Top Prize $100,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 3.00
Sizzling Riches

Sizzling Riches

$20
Top Prize $200,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.15
💡 Better combo available
Más Dinero

Más Dinero

$10
Top Prize $5,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.30
💡 Better combo available
Hit $500

Hit $500

$10
Top Prize $500
Top Prizes Left 3
Overall Odds 1 in 3.30
💡 Better combo available
Bonus Money

Bonus Money

$10
Top Prize $10,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 3.40
💡 Better combo available
Gold Rush

Gold Rush

$10
Top Prize $10,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.44
⚠️ All Top Prizes Claimed
Hello Money

Hello Money

$10
Top Prize $20,000
Top Prizes Left 0
Overall Odds 1 in 3.45
💡 Better combo available
Triple Red 777s

Triple Red 777s

$10
Top Prize $20,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.45
Double Your Luck

Double Your Luck

$10
Top Prize $10,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.54
Legends of Lucha Libre®

Legends of Lucha Libre®

$5
Top Prize $25,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.56
Cash Games

Cash Games

$5
Top Prize $15,000
Top Prizes Left 3
Overall Odds 1 in 3.61
💡 Better combo available
Spicy Hot Riches

Spicy Hot Riches

$5
Top Prize $20,000
Top Prizes Left 3
Overall Odds 1 in 3.66
💡 Better combo available
Cash Bonanza

Cash Bonanza

$20
Top Prize $20,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.68
💡 Better combo available
$25,000 Grande

$25,000 Grande

$5
Top Prize $25,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.79
💡 Better combo available
Creepy Cash

Creepy Cash

$2
Top Prize $500
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 3.81
LOTERIA™ Super Grande!

LOTERIA™ Super Grande!

$5
Top Prize $50,000
Top Prizes Left 3
Overall Odds 1 in 3.81
💡 Better combo available
Lucky 7s

Lucky 7s

$3
Top Prize $500
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 3.83
💡 Better combo available
Neon 7

Neon 7

$5
Top Prize $700
Top Prizes Left 4
Overall Odds 1 in 3.83
💡 Better combo available
Fiery 5s

Fiery 5s

$5
Top Prize $5,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.83
💡 Better combo available
Money Rush

Money Rush

$5
Top Prize $50,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 3.85
💡 Better combo available
Crossword Deluxe

Crossword Deluxe

$5
Top Prize $5,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 3.85
💡 Better combo available
Lots of Cash

Lots of Cash

$5
Top Prize $10,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.86
💡 Better combo available
Crossword Tripler

Crossword Tripler

$3
Top Prize $30,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.89
💡 Better combo available
$10,000 Grande Crossword

$10,000 Grande Crossword

$3
Top Prize $10,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.90
⚠️ All Top Prizes Claimed
Daily Crossword

Daily Crossword

$3
Top Prize $30,000
Top Prizes Left 0
Overall Odds 1 in 3.91
💡 Better combo available
Hit $200

Hit $200

$5
Top Prize $200
Top Prizes Left 14
Overall Odds 1 in 3.93
💡 Better combo available
Merry Money 5X

Merry Money 5X

$2
Top Prize $500
Top Prizes Left 5
Overall Odds 1 in 3.93
Merry Money

Merry Money

$1
Top Prize $20
Top Prizes Left 1,026
Overall Odds 1 in 3.93
💡 Better combo available
Bingo Extra

Bingo Extra

$3
Top Prize $5,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.93
💡 Better combo available
Lucky Numbers

Lucky Numbers

$3
Top Prize $500
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.97
⚠️ All Top Prizes Claimed
Bags of Money

Bags of Money

$3
Top Prize $1,000
Top Prizes Left 0
Overall Odds 1 in 3.98
💡 Better combo available
Fast Cash

Fast Cash

$2
Top Prize $500
Top Prizes Left 11
Overall Odds 1 in 3.99
💡 Better combo available
I Love Cash

I Love Cash

$2
Top Prize $5,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.99
💡 Better combo available
10X the Cash

10X the Cash

$2
Top Prize $2,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 3.99
💡 Better combo available
$5,000 Grande

$5,000 Grande

$2
Top Prize $5,000
Top Prizes Left 3
Overall Odds 1 in 3.99
💡 Better combo available
7-11-21® Tripler

7-11-21® Tripler

$2
Top Prize $2,100
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 4.04
💡 Better combo available
Betty Boop™

Betty Boop™

$2
Top Prize $5,000
Top Prizes Left 3
Overall Odds 1 in 4.05
💡 Better combo available
Hit $50

Hit $50

$2
Top Prize $50
Top Prizes Left 214
Overall Odds 1 in 4.17
⚠️ All Top Prizes Claimed
Triple Tripler

Triple Tripler

$1
Top Prize $900
Top Prizes Left 0
Overall Odds 1 in 4.67
Cool Cat

Cool Cat

$1
Top Prize $500
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 4.73
Great 8s

Great 8s

$1
Top Prize $500
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 4.74
$1,000 Grande

$1,000 Grande

$1
Top Prize $1,000
Top Prizes Left 3
Overall Odds 1 in 4.85
Dinero Loco

Dinero Loco

$1
Top Prize $1,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 4.87
Xtra Bonus

Xtra Bonus

$1
Top Prize $1,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 4.88
Hit $25

Hit $25

$1
Top Prize $25
Top Prizes Left 381
Overall Odds 1 in 4.92
⚠️ All Top Prizes Claimed
The Sky’s the Limit

The Sky’s the Limit

$1
Top Prize $1,000
Top Prizes Left 0
Overall Odds 1 in 4.92
Tic Tac Multiplier

Tic Tac Multiplier

$1
Top Prize $1,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 4.93
Aces High

Aces High

$1
Top Prize $500
Top Prizes Left 7
Overall Odds 1 in 4.95
Red Hot Double Doubler

Red Hot Double Doubler

$1
Top Prize $1,000
Top Prizes Left 6
Overall Odds 1 in 4.95
$25, $50 or $100!

$25, $50 or $100!

$10
Top Prize $100
Top Prizes Left 7,041
Overall Odds 1 in 7.40
Last updated: August 28, 2026

Smart Combo Strategies by Price Tier

Our analysis found that some New Mexico 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.

Top Recommendation: At the $3 price point, you can get 52.4% more expected value by buying 3x Merry Money ($1) instead.
Price Tier Games Improved Avg EV Improvement Best Combo Example
$2 9 of 9 games (100.0%) +19.9% 2x Merry Money ($1)
$3 5 of 7 games (71.4%) +20.8% 3x Merry Money ($1)
$5 8 of 11 games (72.7%) +16.5% 5x Merry Money ($1)
$10 6 of 9 games (66.7%) +15.8% 2x Legends of Lucha Libre® ($5)
$15 2 of 2 games (100.0%) +13.8% 1x $25, $50 or $100! ($10) + 1x Legends of Lucha Libre® ($5)
$20 1 of 3 games (33.3%) +11.2% 2x $25, $50 or $100! ($10)

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.

$20 Games
Cash Bonanza — EV: $12.22
→ Instead, buy: 2x $25, $50 or $100! ($10)
Combo EV: $13.59 — 11.2% better
$15 Games
→ Instead, buy: 1x $25, $50 or $100! ($10) + 1x Legends of Lucha Libre® ($5)
Combo EV: $10.11 — 21.5% better
Zoltar® Crossword — EV: $9.54
→ Instead, buy: 1x $25, $50 or $100! ($10) + 1x Legends of Lucha Libre® ($5)
Combo EV: $10.11 — 6.0% better
$10 Games
Hit $500 — EV: $4.93
→ Instead, buy: 2x Legends of Lucha Libre® ($5)
Combo EV: $6.64 — 34.7% better
Más Dinero — EV: $5.57
→ Instead, buy: 2x Legends of Lucha Libre® ($5)
Combo EV: $6.64 — 19.2% better
MYSTERY CROSSWORD — EV: $5.88
→ Instead, buy: 2x Legends of Lucha Libre® ($5)
Combo EV: $6.64 — 12.9% better
Triple Red 777s — EV: $5.90
→ Instead, buy: 2x Legends of Lucha Libre® ($5)
Combo EV: $6.64 — 12.6% better
Gold Rush — EV: $6.00
→ Instead, buy: 2x Legends of Lucha Libre® ($5)
Combo EV: $6.64 — 10.6% better
Bonus Money — EV: $6.33
→ Instead, buy: 2x Legends of Lucha Libre® ($5)
Combo EV: $6.64 — 4.8% better
$5 Games
Hit $200 — EV: $2.28
→ Instead, buy: 5x Merry Money ($1)
Combo EV: $3.19 — 39.8% better
Neon 7 — EV: $2.62
→ Instead, buy: 5x Merry Money ($1)
Combo EV: $3.19 — 21.8% better
Crossword Deluxe — EV: $2.75
→ Instead, buy: 5x Merry Money ($1)
Combo EV: $3.19 — 16.0% better
Fiery 5s — EV: $2.81
→ Instead, buy: 5x Merry Money ($1)
Combo EV: $3.19 — 13.6% better
Money Rush — EV: $2.82
→ Instead, buy: 5x Merry Money ($1)
Combo EV: $3.19 — 13.0% better
Lots of Cash — EV: $2.83
→ Instead, buy: 5x Merry Money ($1)
Combo EV: $3.19 — 12.7% better
$25,000 Grande — EV: $2.90
→ Instead, buy: 5x Merry Money ($1)
Combo EV: $3.19 — 9.9% better
Spicy Hot Riches — EV: $3.04
→ Instead, buy: 5x Merry Money ($1)
Combo EV: $3.19 — 5.0% better
$3 Games
Lucky 7s — EV: $1.26
→ Instead, buy: 3x Merry Money ($1)
Combo EV: $1.92 — 52.4% better
Lucky Numbers — EV: $1.45
→ Instead, buy: 3x Merry Money ($1)
Combo EV: $1.92 — 32.6% better
Bingo Extra — EV: $1.77
→ Instead, buy: 3x Merry Money ($1)
Combo EV: $1.92 — 8.1% better
Crossword Tripler — EV: $1.81
→ Instead, buy: 3x Merry Money ($1)
Combo EV: $1.92 — 5.6% better
$10,000 Grande Crossword — EV: $1.82
→ Instead, buy: 3x Merry Money ($1)
Combo EV: $1.92 — 5.2% better
$2 Games
Hit $50 — EV: $0.90
→ Instead, buy: 2x Merry Money ($1)
Combo EV: $1.28 — 41.2% better
10X the Cash — EV: $0.98
→ Instead, buy: 2x Merry Money ($1)
Combo EV: $1.28 — 30.8% better
Creepy Cash — EV: $0.99
→ Instead, buy: 2x Merry Money ($1)
Combo EV: $1.28 — 28.4% better
Merry Money 5X — EV: $1.05
→ Instead, buy: 2x Merry Money ($1)
Combo EV: $1.28 — 22.0% better
7-11-21® Tripler — EV: $1.10
→ Instead, buy: 2x Merry Money ($1)
Combo EV: $1.28 — 16.6% better
I Love Cash — EV: $1.14
→ Instead, buy: 2x Merry Money ($1)
Combo EV: $1.28 — 12.0% better
Fast Cash — EV: $1.15
→ Instead, buy: 2x Merry Money ($1)
Combo EV: $1.28 — 10.6% better
$5,000 Grande — EV: $1.17
→ Instead, buy: 2x Merry Money ($1)
Combo EV: $1.28 — 9.1% better
Betty Boop™ — EV: $1.18
→ Instead, buy: 2x Merry Money ($1)
Combo EV: $1.28 — 8.3% better

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 New Mexico 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 New Mexico 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 New Mexico Scratchers

  • Focus on New Mexico 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) — just check how long you have to claim before the game closes.
  • Avoid games where all top prizes have been claimed — their ROI drops significantly.
  • A higher ticket price does not automatically mean better value. See how the tiers actually compare and what the most expensive ticket in each state returns.
  • Buying several tickets from the same pack? It helps to know how many winning tickets are in a roll and why a full roll never guarantees a profit.
  • 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 New Mexico Scratch-Off Insights

There are currently 5 games with all top prizes claimed.

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 New Mexico?

Our data shows that lottery scratchers with the highest ROI give you the best chance among New Mexico instant win games. Use the Best Value tab above to see the current top performers.

Why Play New Mexico Scratch Offs?

The New Mexico 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 New Mexico 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 New Mexico). Bear in mind that a closing game starts the clock on claiming: scratch-off tickets do expire, and the deadline runs from the game's end date rather than the day you bought it.

What are the best $5 scratch-off tickets in New Mexico?

Right now, Legends of Lucha Libre® leads the $5 category with 3.56:1 overall odds and -33.6% ROI. It has 2 top prizes remaining. Use the price filter above to see all $5 games ranked.

What are the best $10 scratch-off tickets in New Mexico?

For $10 players, $25, $50 or $100! currently offers the best value with 7.40:1 odds and -32.1% ROI. 7041 top prizes of $100 remain.

What are the best $20 scratch-off tickets in New Mexico?

At the $20 price point, Sizzling Riches is the top pick with 3.15:1 odds and -26.1% ROI. Top prize: $200,000 with 2 remaining.

Which New Mexico scratch-off wins the most?

Right now, Sizzling Riches ($20 ticket) is the top performer in New Mexico based on expected return on investment (-26.1% ROI). It has 2 top prizes of $200,000 still available. This changes daily as prizes are claimed — use the Best Value tab above for the current rankings.

Which New Mexico scratch-offs should I avoid?

Avoid games where all top prizes have been claimed — there are currently 5 such games still on shelves in New Mexico. These tickets sell at full price but their biggest payouts are gone, significantly reducing expected value. See the "Top Prizes Claimed (Avoid)" tab above for the full list.

How do I claim a winning New Mexico scratch-off?

Smaller prizes can usually be cashed at any lottery retailer, while larger amounts have to go through a district office or lottery headquarters — the cut-off varies by state. Our guide to where to cash scratch-off tickets covers the thresholds and the documents you need. Above certain amounts the prize is reported and withheld against, so it is worth reading up on taxes on scratch-off winnings before you claim.

Can I buy New Mexico scratch-offs online or with a card?

It depends on the state. A handful run official iLottery platforms with digital instant games, and the rest are retail-only — see whether you can buy scratch-offs online for the current list. Payment rules vary too: some states and retailers are cash-only, which is covered in our guide to paying with a debit card. Age limits differ as well — most states require 18, a few require 21.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for educational purposes only. All data is sourced from the official New Mexico 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.