Best New Mexico Scratch Off Tickets: Odds, Remaining Prizes & More
Data last updated: October 12, 2026
Find the best scratch-off tickets to buy in New Mexico right now. We rank all 57 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 picks by budget
Best overall
$20
Sizzling Riches
#608
Highest overall grade
$200,000Top prize
2Top prizes left
1 in 3.15Odds
-25.0%Est. ROI
Best $1 ticket
$1
Merry Money
#661
Highest overall grade among $1 tickets
$20Top prize
990Top prizes left
1 in 3.93Odds
-36.3%Est. ROI
Best $5 ticket
$5
Legends of Lucha Libre®
#663
Highest overall grade among $5 tickets
$25,000Top prize
2Top prizes left
1 in 3.56Odds
-32.5%Est. ROI
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Sorted by Best Grade
Sizzling Riches
#608
$20
$200,000Top prize
2Top prizes left
1 in 3.15Odds
-25.0%Est. ROI
Legends of Lucha Libre®
#663
$5
$25,000Top prize
2Top prizes left
1 in 3.56Odds
-32.5%Est. ROI
100X
#628
$20
$100,000Top prize
1Top prizes left
1 in 3.00Odds
-30.2%Est. ROI
Double Your Luck
#629
$10
$10,000Top prize
2Top prizes left
1 in 3.54Odds
-32.1%Est. ROI
Cash Games
#575
$5
$15,000Top prize
3Top prizes left
1 in 3.61Odds
-35.1%Est. ROI
LOTERIA™ Super Grande!
#645
$5
$50,000Top prize
3Top prizes left
1 in 3.81Odds
-35.7%Est. ROI
Merry Money
#661
$1
$20Top prize
990Top prizes left
1 in 3.93Odds
-36.3%Est. ROI
$25, $50 or $100!
#624
$10
$100Top prize
5,846Top prizes left
1 in 7.40Odds
-32.4%Est. ROI
Zoltar® Crossword
#691
$15
Better combo
$25,000Top prize
4Top prizes left
1 in 2.98Odds
-36.4%Est. ROI
Más Dinero
#672
$10
Better combo
$5,000Top prize
2Top prizes left
1 in 3.30Odds
-45.4%Est. ROI
Money Rush
#618
$5
Better combo
$50,000Top prize
1Top prizes left
1 in 3.85Odds
-43.6%Est. ROI
Lots of Cash
#666
$5
Better combo
$10,000Top prize
2Top prizes left
1 in 3.86Odds
-43.7%Est. ROI
Winter Cash
#693
$1
$25Top prize
4,191Top prizes left
1 in 4.76Odds
-39.7%Est. ROI
$1,000 Grande
#687
$1
$1,000Top prize
3Top prizes left
1 in 4.85Odds
-42.3%Est. ROI
Red Hot Double Doubler
#674
$1
$1,000Top prize
5Top prizes left
1 in 4.95Odds
-43.0%Est. ROI
Triple Red 777s
#679
$10
Better combo
$20,000Top prize
2Top prizes left
1 in 3.45Odds
-41.0%Est. ROI
Cash Bonanza
#643
$20
Better combo
$20,000Top prize
2Top prizes left
1 in 3.68Odds
-38.9%Est. ROI
$10,000 Grande Crossword
#689
$3
Better combo
$10,000Top prize
2Top prizes left
1 in 3.90Odds
-40.6%Est. ROI
Happy Pawlidays!
#695
$3
Better combo
$1,000Top prize
3Top prizes left
1 in 3.93Odds
-38.9%Est. ROI
$5,000 Grande
#688
$2
Better combo
$5,000Top prize
3Top prizes left
1 in 3.99Odds
-41.4%Est. ROI
Xtra Bonus
#650
$1
$1,000Top prize
2Top prizes left
1 in 4.88Odds
-44.4%Est. ROI
7-11-21® Tripler
#671
$2
Better combo
$2,100Top prize
2Top prizes left
1 in 4.04Odds
-46.1%Est. ROI
MYSTERY CROSSWORD
#675
$10
Better combo
$500Top prize
40Top prizes left
1 in 2.92Odds
-41.6%Est. ROI
Bonus Money
#598
$10
Better combo
$10,000Top prize
1Top prizes left
1 in 3.40Odds
-36.7%Est. ROI
Snowman Cash
#696
$5
Better combo
$5,000Top prize
3Top prizes left
1 in 3.62Odds
-40.4%Est. ROI
Spicy Hot Riches
#640
$5
Better combo
$20,000Top prize
2Top prizes left
1 in 3.66Odds
-39.9%Est. ROI
Crossword Tripler
#682
$3
Better combo
$30,000Top prize
2Top prizes left
1 in 3.89Odds
-39.9%Est. ROI
Bingo Extra
#683
$3
Better combo
$5,000Top prize
2Top prizes left
1 in 3.93Odds
-41.3%Est. ROI
ELF
#694
$2
Better combo
$500Top prize
20Top prizes left
1 in 3.98Odds
-41.1%Est. ROI
10X the Cash
#652
$2
Better combo
$2,000Top prize
1Top prizes left
1 in 3.99Odds
-51.3%Est. ROI
Lucky Stars
#685
$1
$1,000Top prize
3Top prizes left
1 in 4.86Odds
-48.6%Est. ROI
Gold Rush
#680
$10
Better combo
$10,000Top prize
2Top prizes left
1 in 3.44Odds
-40.1%Est. ROI
$25,000 Grande
#690
$5
Better combo
$25,000Top prize
2Top prizes left
1 in 3.79Odds
-41.8%Est. ROI
I Love Cash
#686
$2
Better combo
$5,000Top prize
2Top prizes left
1 in 3.99Odds
-43.2%Est. ROI
Aces High
#649
$1
$500Top prize
6Top prizes left
1 in 4.95Odds
-47.1%Est. ROI
Dinero Loco
#673
$1
$1,000Top prize
1Top prizes left
1 in 4.87Odds
-46.0%Est. ROI
Neon 7
#665
$5
Better combo
$700Top prize
4Top prizes left
1 in 3.83Odds
-48.0%Est. ROI
Crossword Deluxe
#676
$5
Better combo
$5,000Top prize
1Top prizes left
1 in 3.85Odds
-48.2%Est. ROI
Frogger
#692
$3
Better combo
$5,000Top prize
2Top prizes left
1 in 3.89Odds
-43.7%Est. ROI
Merry Money 5X
#668
$2
Better combo
$500Top prize
5Top prizes left
1 in 3.93Odds
-48.2%Est. ROI
Fast Cash
#655
$2
Better combo
$500Top prize
10Top prizes left
1 in 3.99Odds
-42.7%Est. ROI
Tic Tac Multiplier
#647
$1
$1,000Top prize
1Top prizes left
1 in 4.93Odds
-54.5%Est. ROI
Betty Boop™
#670
$2
Better combo
$5,000Top prize
2Top prizes left
1 in 4.05Odds
-42.2%Est. ROI
Cool Cat
#634
$1
$500Top prize
1Top prizes left
1 in 4.73Odds
-54.7%Est. ROI
Great 8s
#651
$1
$500Top prize
1Top prizes left
1 in 4.74Odds
-50.2%Est. ROI
Hit $25
#657
$1
$25Top prize
348Top prizes left
1 in 4.92Odds
-57.8%Est. ROI
Lucky Numbers
#646
$3
Better combo
$500Top prize
2Top prizes left
1 in 3.97Odds
-52.9%Est. ROI
Hit $500
#660
$10
Better combo
$500Top prize
1Top prizes left
1 in 3.30Odds
-51.6%Est. ROI
Creepy Cash
#656
$2
Better combo
$500Top prize
1Top prizes left
1 in 3.81Odds
-50.3%Est. ROI
Lucky 7s
#627
$3
Better combo
$500Top prize
1Top prizes left
1 in 3.83Odds
-58.1%Est. ROI
Hit $200
#659
$5
Better combo
$200Top prize
14Top prizes left
1 in 3.93Odds
-54.4%Est. ROI
Hit $50
#658
$2
Better combo
$50Top prize
193Top prizes left
1 in 4.17Odds
-55.4%Est. ROI
The Return of the Pink Panther™ Crossword
#601
$15
Top prizes gone
$15,000Top prize
0Top prizes left
1 in 2.97Odds
-47.8%Est. ROI
Fiery 5s
#677
$5
Top prizes gone
$5,000Top prize
0Top prizes left
1 in 3.83Odds
-48.2%Est. ROI
Hello Money
#581
$10
Top prizes gone
$20,000Top prize
0Top prizes left
1 in 3.45Odds
-50.9%Est. ROI
Bags of Money
#638
$3
Top prizes gone
$1,000Top prize
0Top prizes left
1 in 3.98Odds
-53.2%Est. ROI
Triple Tripler
#648
$1
Top prizes gone
$900Top prize
0Top prizes left
1 in 4.67Odds
-52.6%Est. ROI
Should You Play Sizzling Riches Right Now?
Sizzling Riches is a $20 scratch-off that has been on the market for 8 weeks. The ROI is -25.0%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $15.00 in prize value. There are 2 of the original 3 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 33.3% change since launch. Among the 3 active $20 games in New Mexico, Sizzling Riches ranks #1 by expected value.
Should You Play Legends of Lucha Libre® Right Now?
Legends of Lucha Libre® is a $5 scratch-off that has been on the market for 26 weeks. The ROI is -32.5%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $3.37 in prize value. There are 2 of the original 3 top prizes still available. Top prize odds have improved by 88.9% since launch — a dramatic shift in your favor. Among the 12 active $5 games in New Mexico, Legends of Lucha Libre® ranks #1 by expected value.
Should You Play 100X Right Now?
100X is a $20 scratch-off that has been on the market for 21 weeks. The ROI is -30.2%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $13.97 in prize value. Only 1 of the original 3 top prizes remains — act fast if you're chasing the big one. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -9.5% change since launch. Among the 3 active $20 games in New Mexico, 100X ranks #2 by expected value.
Should You Play Double Your Luck Right Now?
Double Your Luck is a $10 scratch-off that has been on the market for 84 weeks. The ROI is -32.1%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $6.79 in prize value. There are 2 of the original 3 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 6.8% change since launch. Among the 9 active $10 games in New Mexico, Double Your Luck ranks #1 by expected value.
Should You Play Cash Games Right Now?
Cash Games is a $5 scratch-off that has been on the market for 8 weeks. The ROI is -35.1%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $3.24 in prize value. All 3 top prizes are still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 28.6% change since launch. Among the 12 active $5 games in New Mexico, Cash Games ranks #2 by expected value.
Should You Play LOTERIA™ Super Grande! Right Now?
LOTERIA™ Super Grande! is a $5 scratch-off that has been on the market for 18 weeks. The ROI is -35.7%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $3.22 in prize value. All 3 top prizes are still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 33.1% change since launch. Among the 12 active $5 games in New Mexico, LOTERIA™ Super Grande! ranks #3 by expected value.
Should You Play Merry Money Right Now?
Merry Money is a $1 scratch-off that has been on the market for 52 weeks. The ROI is -36.3%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $0.64 in prize value. There are 990 of the original 4217 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -5.0% change since launch. Among the 13 active $1 games in New Mexico, Merry Money ranks #1 by expected value.
Should You Play $25, $50 or $100! Right Now?
$25, $50 or $100! is a $10 scratch-off that has been on the market for 100 weeks. The ROI is -32.4%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $6.76 in prize value. There are 5846 of the original 21590 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -2.7% change since launch. Among the 9 active $10 games in New Mexico, $25, $50 or $100! ranks #2 by expected value.
Should You Play Zoltar® Crossword Right Now?
Zoltar® Crossword is a $15 scratch-off that has been on the market for 9 weeks. The ROI is -36.4%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $9.53 in prize value. All 4 top prizes are still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 16.2% change since launch. Among the 2 active $15 games in New Mexico, Zoltar® Crossword ranks #1 by expected value. Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one Zoltar® Crossword ($15) ticket, consider buying 1x Double Your Luck ($10) + 1x Legends of Lucha Libre® ($5). This combination delivers $10.17 in expected value compared to $9.53 for the single ticket — a 6.7% improvement. It also gives you a 48.4% chance of winning at least one prize versus 33.6% with the single ticket.
Should You Play Más Dinero Right Now?
Más Dinero is a $10 scratch-off that has been on the market for 46 weeks. The ROI is -45.4%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $5.46 in prize value. There are 2 of the original 3 top prizes still available. Top prize odds have improved by 221.7% since launch — a dramatic shift in your favor. Among the 9 active $10 games in New Mexico, Más Dinero ranks #7 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider Double Your Luck ($6.79 EV) and $25, $50 or $100! ($6.76 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one Más Dinero ($10) ticket, consider buying 2x Legends of Lucha Libre® ($5). This combination delivers $6.75 in expected value compared to $5.46 for the single ticket — a 23.6% improvement. It also gives you a 48.3% chance of winning at least one prize versus 30.3% with the single ticket.
Should You Play Money Rush Right Now?
Money Rush is a $5 scratch-off that has been on the market for 87 weeks. The ROI is -43.6%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $2.82 in prize value. Only 1 of the original 3 top prizes remains — act fast if you're chasing the big one. Top prize odds have improved by 350.2% since launch — a dramatic shift in your favor. Among the 12 active $5 games in New Mexico, Money Rush ranks #7 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider Legends of Lucha Libre® ($3.37 EV) and Cash Games ($3.24 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one Money Rush ($5) ticket, consider buying 5x Merry Money ($1). This combination delivers $3.18 in expected value compared to $2.82 for the single ticket — a 12.9% improvement. It also gives you a 77.0% chance of winning at least one prize versus 26.0% with the single ticket.
Should You Play Lots of Cash Right Now?
Lots of Cash is a $5 scratch-off that has been on the market for 35 weeks. The ROI is -43.7%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $2.82 in prize value. There are 2 of the original 3 top prizes still available. Top prize odds have improved by 102.2% since launch — a dramatic shift in your favor. Among the 12 active $5 games in New Mexico, Lots of Cash ranks #8 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider Legends of Lucha Libre® ($3.37 EV) and Cash Games ($3.24 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one Lots of Cash ($5) ticket, consider buying 5x Merry Money ($1). This combination delivers $3.18 in expected value compared to $2.82 for the single ticket — a 13.1% improvement. It also gives you a 77.0% chance of winning at least one prize versus 25.9% with the single ticket.
Should You Play Winter Cash Right Now?
Winter Cash is a $1 scratch-off that has been on the market for 0 weeks. The ROI is -39.7%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $0.60 in prize value. There are 4191 of the original 4213 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -0.1% change since launch. Among the 13 active $1 games in New Mexico, Winter Cash ranks #2 by expected value.
Should You Play $1,000 Grande Right Now?
$1,000 Grande is a $1 scratch-off that has been on the market for 13 weeks. The ROI is -42.3%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $0.58 in prize value. All 3 top prizes are still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 33.1% change since launch. Among the 13 active $1 games in New Mexico, $1,000 Grande ranks #3 by expected value.
Should You Play Red Hot Double Doubler Right Now?
Red Hot Double Doubler is a $1 scratch-off that has been on the market for 18 weeks. The ROI is -43.0%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $0.57 in prize value. There are 5 of the original 6 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 38.7% change since launch. Among the 13 active $1 games in New Mexico, Red Hot Double Doubler ranks #4 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider Merry Money ($0.64 EV) and Winter Cash ($0.60 EV).
Should You Play Triple Red 777s Right Now?
Triple Red 777s is a $10 scratch-off that has been on the market for 26 weeks. The ROI is -41.0%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $5.90 in prize value. There are 2 of the original 3 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 34.0% change since launch. Among the 9 active $10 games in New Mexico, Triple Red 777s ranks #5 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider Double Your Luck ($6.79 EV) and $25, $50 or $100! ($6.76 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one Triple Red 777s ($10) ticket, consider buying 2x Legends of Lucha Libre® ($5). This combination delivers $6.75 in expected value compared to $5.90 for the single ticket — a 14.5% improvement. It also gives you a 48.3% chance of winning at least one prize versus 29.0% with the single ticket.
Should You Play Cash Bonanza Right Now?
Cash Bonanza is a $20 scratch-off that has been on the market for 24 weeks. The ROI is -38.9%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $12.22 in prize value. There are 2 of the original 3 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 14.2% change since launch. Among the 3 active $20 games in New Mexico, Cash Bonanza ranks #3 by expected value. Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one Cash Bonanza ($20) ticket, consider buying 2x Double Your Luck ($10). This combination delivers $13.59 in expected value compared to $12.22 for the single ticket — a 11.2% improvement. It also gives you a 48.5% chance of winning at least one prize versus 27.2% with the single ticket.
Should You Play $10,000 Grande Crossword Right Now?
$10,000 Grande Crossword is a $3 scratch-off that has been on the market for 13 weeks. The ROI is -40.6%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $1.78 in prize value. There are 2 of the original 3 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 38.0% change since launch. Among the 8 active $3 games in New Mexico, $10,000 Grande Crossword ranks #3 by expected value. Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one $10,000 Grande Crossword ($3) ticket, consider buying 3x Merry Money ($1). This combination delivers $1.91 in expected value compared to $1.78 for the single ticket — a 7.2% improvement. It also gives you a 58.6% chance of winning at least one prize versus 25.6% with the single ticket.
Should You Play Happy Pawlidays! Right Now?
Happy Pawlidays! is a $3 scratch-off that has been on the market for 0 weeks. The ROI is -38.9%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $1.83 in prize value. All 3 top prizes are still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 1.1% change since launch. Among the 8 active $3 games in New Mexico, Happy Pawlidays! ranks #1 by expected value. Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one Happy Pawlidays! ($3) ticket, consider buying 3x Merry Money ($1). This combination delivers $1.91 in expected value compared to $1.83 for the single ticket — a 4.2% improvement. It also gives you a 58.6% chance of winning at least one prize versus 25.4% with the single ticket.
Should You Play $5,000 Grande Right Now?
$5,000 Grande is a $2 scratch-off that has been on the market for 13 weeks. The ROI is -41.4%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $1.17 in prize value. All 3 top prizes are still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 41.9% change since launch. Among the 10 active $2 games in New Mexico, $5,000 Grande ranks #2 by expected value. Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one $5,000 Grande ($2) ticket, consider buying 2x Merry Money ($1). This combination delivers $1.27 in expected value compared to $1.17 for the single ticket — a 8.7% improvement. It also gives you a 44.4% chance of winning at least one prize versus 25.1% with the single ticket. Play responsibly — lottery games are for entertainment.
Should You Play Xtra Bonus Right Now?
Xtra Bonus is a $1 scratch-off that has been on the market for 22 weeks. The ROI is -44.4%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $0.56 in prize value. There are 2 of the original 3 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 16.0% change since launch. Among the 13 active $1 games in New Mexico, Xtra Bonus ranks #5 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider Merry Money ($0.64 EV) and Winter Cash ($0.60 EV).
Should You Play 7-11-21® Tripler Right Now?
7-11-21® Tripler is a $2 scratch-off that has been on the market for 35 weeks. The ROI is -46.1%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $1.08 in prize value. There are 2 of the original 3 top prizes still available. Top prize odds have improved by 159.0% since launch — a dramatic shift in your favor. Among the 10 active $2 games in New Mexico, 7-11-21® Tripler ranks #6 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider ELF ($1.18 EV) and $5,000 Grande ($1.17 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one 7-11-21® Tripler ($2) ticket, consider buying 2x Merry Money ($1). This combination delivers $1.27 in expected value compared to $1.08 for the single ticket — a 18.1% improvement. It also gives you a 44.4% chance of winning at least one prize versus 24.8% with the single ticket.
Should You Play MYSTERY CROSSWORD Right Now?
MYSTERY CROSSWORD is a $10 scratch-off that has been on the market for 46 weeks. The ROI is -41.6%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $5.84 in prize value. There are 40 of the original 100 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -8.7% change since launch. Among the 9 active $10 games in New Mexico, MYSTERY CROSSWORD ranks #6 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider Double Your Luck ($6.79 EV) and $25, $50 or $100! ($6.76 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one MYSTERY CROSSWORD ($10) ticket, consider buying 2x Legends of Lucha Libre® ($5). This combination delivers $6.75 in expected value compared to $5.84 for the single ticket — a 15.6% improvement. It also gives you a 48.3% chance of winning at least one prize versus 34.2% with the single ticket. Play responsibly — lottery games are for entertainment.
Should You Play Bonus Money Right Now?
Bonus Money is a $10 scratch-off that has been on the market for 118 weeks. The ROI is -36.7%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $6.33 in prize value. Only 1 of the original 3 top prizes remains — act fast if you're chasing the big one. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -30.6% change since launch. Among the 9 active $10 games in New Mexico, Bonus Money ranks #3 by expected value. Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one Bonus Money ($10) ticket, consider buying 2x Legends of Lucha Libre® ($5). This combination delivers $6.75 in expected value compared to $6.33 for the single ticket — a 6.6% improvement. It also gives you a 48.3% chance of winning at least one prize versus 29.4% with the single ticket. Play responsibly — lottery games are for entertainment.
Should You Play Snowman Cash Right Now?
Snowman Cash is a $5 scratch-off that has been on the market for 0 weeks. The ROI is -40.4%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $2.98 in prize value. All 3 top prizes are still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 1.6% change since launch. Among the 12 active $5 games in New Mexico, Snowman Cash ranks #5 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider Legends of Lucha Libre® ($3.37 EV) and Cash Games ($3.24 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one Snowman Cash ($5) ticket, consider buying 5x Merry Money ($1). This combination delivers $3.18 in expected value compared to $2.98 for the single ticket — a 7.0% improvement. It also gives you a 77.0% chance of winning at least one prize versus 27.6% with the single ticket.
Should You Play Spicy Hot Riches Right Now?
Spicy Hot Riches is a $5 scratch-off that has been on the market for 9 weeks. The ROI is -39.9%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $3.00 in prize value. There are 2 of the original 3 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -17.9% change since launch. Among the 12 active $5 games in New Mexico, Spicy Hot Riches ranks #4 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider Legends of Lucha Libre® ($3.37 EV) and Cash Games ($3.24 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one Spicy Hot Riches ($5) ticket, consider buying 5x Merry Money ($1). This combination delivers $3.18 in expected value compared to $3.00 for the single ticket — a 6.0% improvement. It also gives you a 77.0% chance of winning at least one prize versus 27.3% with the single ticket.
Should You Play Crossword Tripler Right Now?
Crossword Tripler is a $3 scratch-off that has been on the market for 22 weeks. The ROI is -39.9%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $1.80 in prize value. There are 2 of the original 3 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -0.6% change since launch. Among the 8 active $3 games in New Mexico, Crossword Tripler ranks #2 by expected value. Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one Crossword Tripler ($3) ticket, consider buying 3x Merry Money ($1). This combination delivers $1.91 in expected value compared to $1.80 for the single ticket — a 5.9% improvement. It also gives you a 58.6% chance of winning at least one prize versus 25.7% with the single ticket. Play responsibly — lottery games are for entertainment.
Should You Play Bingo Extra Right Now?
Bingo Extra is a $3 scratch-off that has been on the market for 23 weeks. The ROI is -41.3%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $1.76 in prize value. There are 2 of the original 3 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 12.2% change since launch. Among the 8 active $3 games in New Mexico, Bingo Extra ranks #4 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider Happy Pawlidays! ($1.83 EV) and Crossword Tripler ($1.80 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one Bingo Extra ($3) ticket, consider buying 3x Merry Money ($1). This combination delivers $1.91 in expected value compared to $1.76 for the single ticket — a 8.6% improvement. It also gives you a 58.6% chance of winning at least one prize versus 25.4% with the single ticket.
Should You Play ELF Right Now?
ELF is a $2 scratch-off that has been on the market for 0 weeks. The ROI is -41.1%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $1.18 in prize value. All 20 top prizes are still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 0.6% change since launch. Among the 10 active $2 games in New Mexico, ELF ranks #1 by expected value. Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one ELF ($2) ticket, consider buying 2x Merry Money ($1). This combination delivers $1.27 in expected value compared to $1.18 for the single ticket — a 8.1% improvement. It also gives you a 44.4% chance of winning at least one prize versus 25.1% with the single ticket.
Should You Play 10X the Cash Right Now?
10X the Cash is a $2 scratch-off that has been on the market for 61 weeks. The ROI is -51.3%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $0.97 in prize value. Only 1 of the original 3 top prizes remains — act fast if you're chasing the big one. Top prize odds have improved by 154.4% since launch — a dramatic shift in your favor. Among the 10 active $2 games in New Mexico, 10X the Cash ranks #9 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider ELF ($1.18 EV) and $5,000 Grande ($1.17 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one 10X the Cash ($2) ticket, consider buying 2x Merry Money ($1). This combination delivers $1.27 in expected value compared to $0.97 for the single ticket — a 30.7% improvement. It also gives you a 44.4% chance of winning at least one prize versus 25.1% with the single ticket.
Should You Play Lucky Stars Right Now?
Lucky Stars is a $1 scratch-off that has been on the market for 5 weeks. The ROI is -48.6%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $0.51 in prize value. All 3 top prizes are still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 9.6% change since launch. Among the 13 active $1 games in New Mexico, Lucky Stars ranks #8 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider Merry Money ($0.64 EV) and Winter Cash ($0.60 EV).
Should You Play Gold Rush Right Now?
Gold Rush is a $10 scratch-off that has been on the market for 18 weeks. The ROI is -40.1%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $5.99 in prize value. There are 2 of the original 3 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -6.2% change since launch. Among the 9 active $10 games in New Mexico, Gold Rush ranks #4 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider Double Your Luck ($6.79 EV) and $25, $50 or $100! ($6.76 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one Gold Rush ($10) ticket, consider buying 2x Legends of Lucha Libre® ($5). This combination delivers $6.75 in expected value compared to $5.99 for the single ticket — a 12.6% improvement. It also gives you a 48.3% chance of winning at least one prize versus 29.1% with the single ticket. Play responsibly — lottery games are for entertainment.
Should You Play $25,000 Grande Right Now?
$25,000 Grande is a $5 scratch-off that has been on the market for 13 weeks. The ROI is -41.8%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $2.91 in prize value. There are 2 of the original 3 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -7.4% change since launch. Among the 12 active $5 games in New Mexico, $25,000 Grande ranks #6 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider Legends of Lucha Libre® ($3.37 EV) and Cash Games ($3.24 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one $25,000 Grande ($5) ticket, consider buying 5x Merry Money ($1). This combination delivers $3.18 in expected value compared to $2.91 for the single ticket — a 9.5% improvement. It also gives you a 77.0% chance of winning at least one prize versus 26.4% with the single ticket.
Should You Play I Love Cash Right Now?
I Love Cash is a $2 scratch-off that has been on the market for 22 weeks. The ROI is -43.2%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $1.14 in prize value. There are 2 of the original 3 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 20.4% change since launch. Among the 10 active $2 games in New Mexico, I Love Cash ranks #5 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider ELF ($1.18 EV) and $5,000 Grande ($1.17 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one I Love Cash ($2) ticket, consider buying 2x Merry Money ($1). This combination delivers $1.27 in expected value compared to $1.14 for the single ticket — a 12.1% improvement. It also gives you a 44.4% chance of winning at least one prize versus 25.1% with the single ticket.
Should You Play Aces High Right Now?
Aces High is a $1 scratch-off that has been on the market for 24 weeks. The ROI is -47.1%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $0.53 in prize value. There are 6 of the original 16 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -15.9% change since launch. Among the 13 active $1 games in New Mexico, Aces High ranks #7 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider Merry Money ($0.64 EV) and Winter Cash ($0.60 EV).
Should You Play Dinero Loco Right Now?
Dinero Loco is a $1 scratch-off that has been on the market for 26 weeks. The ROI is -46.0%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $0.54 in prize value. Only 1 of the original 3 top prizes remains — act fast if you're chasing the big one. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -25.9% change since launch. Among the 13 active $1 games in New Mexico, Dinero Loco ranks #6 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider Merry Money ($0.64 EV) and Winter Cash ($0.60 EV).
Should You Play Neon 7 Right Now?
Neon 7 is a $5 scratch-off that has been on the market for 57 weeks. The ROI is -48.0%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $2.60 in prize value. There are 4 of the original 20 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 0.3% change since launch. Among the 12 active $5 games in New Mexico, Neon 7 ranks #9 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider Legends of Lucha Libre® ($3.37 EV) and Cash Games ($3.24 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one Neon 7 ($5) ticket, consider buying 5x Merry Money ($1). This combination delivers $3.18 in expected value compared to $2.60 for the single ticket — a 22.4% improvement. It also gives you a 77.0% chance of winning at least one prize versus 26.1% with the single ticket.
Should You Play Crossword Deluxe Right Now?
Crossword Deluxe is a $5 scratch-off that has been on the market for 34 weeks. The ROI is -48.2%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $2.59 in prize value. Only 1 of the original 4 top prizes remains — act fast if you're chasing the big one. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 2.6% change since launch. Among the 12 active $5 games in New Mexico, Crossword Deluxe ranks #10 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider Legends of Lucha Libre® ($3.37 EV) and Cash Games ($3.24 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one Crossword Deluxe ($5) ticket, consider buying 5x Merry Money ($1). This combination delivers $3.18 in expected value compared to $2.59 for the single ticket — a 23.0% improvement. It also gives you a 77.0% chance of winning at least one prize versus 26.0% with the single ticket.
Should You Play Frogger Right Now?
Frogger is a $3 scratch-off that has been on the market for 5 weeks. The ROI is -43.7%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $1.69 in prize value. There are 2 of the original 3 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -13.7% change since launch. Among the 8 active $3 games in New Mexico, Frogger ranks #5 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider Happy Pawlidays! ($1.83 EV) and Crossword Tripler ($1.80 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one Frogger ($3) ticket, consider buying 3x Merry Money ($1). This combination delivers $1.91 in expected value compared to $1.69 for the single ticket — a 13.2% improvement. It also gives you a 58.6% chance of winning at least one prize versus 25.7% with the single ticket.
Should You Play Merry Money 5X Right Now?
Merry Money 5X is a $2 scratch-off that has been on the market for 52 weeks. The ROI is -48.2%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $1.04 in prize value. There are 5 of the original 18 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 6.4% change since launch. Among the 10 active $2 games in New Mexico, Merry Money 5X ranks #7 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider ELF ($1.18 EV) and $5,000 Grande ($1.17 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one Merry Money 5X ($2) ticket, consider buying 2x Merry Money ($1). This combination delivers $1.27 in expected value compared to $1.04 for the single ticket — a 22.9% improvement. It also gives you a 44.4% chance of winning at least one prize versus 25.4% with the single ticket.
Should You Play Fast Cash Right Now?
Fast Cash is a $2 scratch-off that has been on the market for 24 weeks. The ROI is -42.7%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $1.15 in prize value. There are 10 of the original 20 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -4.6% change since launch. Among the 10 active $2 games in New Mexico, Fast Cash ranks #4 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider ELF ($1.18 EV) and $5,000 Grande ($1.17 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one Fast Cash ($2) ticket, consider buying 2x Merry Money ($1). This combination delivers $1.27 in expected value compared to $1.15 for the single ticket — a 11.1% improvement. It also gives you a 44.4% chance of winning at least one prize versus 25.1% with the single ticket.
Should You Play Tic Tac Multiplier Right Now?
Tic Tac Multiplier is a $1 scratch-off that has been on the market for 48 weeks. The ROI is -54.5%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $0.46 in prize value. Only 1 of the original 3 top prizes remains — act fast if you're chasing the big one. Among the 13 active $1 games in New Mexico, Tic Tac Multiplier ranks #11 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider Merry Money ($0.64 EV) and Winter Cash ($0.60 EV).
Should You Play Betty Boop™ Right Now?
Betty Boop™ is a $2 scratch-off that has been on the market for 39 weeks. The ROI is -42.2%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $1.16 in prize value. There are 2 of the original 4 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -6.8% change since launch. Among the 10 active $2 games in New Mexico, Betty Boop™ ranks #3 by expected value. Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one Betty Boop™ ($2) ticket, consider buying 2x Merry Money ($1). This combination delivers $1.27 in expected value compared to $1.16 for the single ticket — a 10.1% improvement. It also gives you a 44.4% chance of winning at least one prize versus 24.7% with the single ticket.
Should You Play Cool Cat Right Now?
Cool Cat is a $1 scratch-off that has been on the market for 74 weeks. The ROI is -54.7%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $0.45 in prize value. Only 1 of the original 7 top prizes remains — act fast if you're chasing the big one. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -28.0% change since launch. Among the 13 active $1 games in New Mexico, Cool Cat ranks #12 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider Merry Money ($0.64 EV) and Winter Cash ($0.60 EV).
Should You Play Great 8s Right Now?
Great 8s is a $1 scratch-off that has been on the market for 35 weeks. The ROI is -50.2%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $0.50 in prize value. Only 1 of the original 7 top prizes remains — act fast if you're chasing the big one. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -30.9% change since launch. Among the 13 active $1 games in New Mexico, Great 8s ranks #9 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider Merry Money ($0.64 EV) and Winter Cash ($0.60 EV).
Should You Play Hit $25 Right Now?
Hit $25 is a $1 scratch-off that has been on the market for 66 weeks. The ROI is -57.8%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $0.42 in prize value. There are 348 of the original 4568 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -55.9% change since launch. Among the 13 active $1 games in New Mexico, Hit $25 ranks #13 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider Merry Money ($0.64 EV) and Winter Cash ($0.60 EV).
Should You Play Lucky Numbers Right Now?
Lucky Numbers is a $3 scratch-off that has been on the market for 48 weeks. The ROI is -52.9%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $1.41 in prize value. There are 2 of the original 20 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -8.4% change since launch. Among the 8 active $3 games in New Mexico, Lucky Numbers ranks #6 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider Happy Pawlidays! ($1.83 EV) and Crossword Tripler ($1.80 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one Lucky Numbers ($3) ticket, consider buying 3x Merry Money ($1). This combination delivers $1.91 in expected value compared to $1.41 for the single ticket — a 35.2% improvement. It also gives you a 58.6% chance of winning at least one prize versus 25.2% with the single ticket.
Should You Play Hit $500 Right Now?
Hit $500 is a $10 scratch-off that has been on the market for 66 weeks. The ROI is -51.6%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $4.84 in prize value. Only 1 of the original 300 top prizes remains — act fast if you're chasing the big one. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -91.7% change since launch. Among the 9 active $10 games in New Mexico, Hit $500 ranks #9 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider Double Your Luck ($6.79 EV) and $25, $50 or $100! ($6.76 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one Hit $500 ($10) ticket, consider buying 2x Legends of Lucha Libre® ($5). This combination delivers $6.75 in expected value compared to $4.84 for the single ticket — a 39.4% improvement. It also gives you a 48.3% chance of winning at least one prize versus 30.3% with the single ticket.
Should You Play Creepy Cash Right Now?
Creepy Cash is a $2 scratch-off that has been on the market for 57 weeks. The ROI is -50.3%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $0.99 in prize value. Only 1 of the original 20 top prizes remains — act fast if you're chasing the big one. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -61.8% change since launch. Among the 10 active $2 games in New Mexico, Creepy Cash ranks #8 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider ELF ($1.18 EV) and $5,000 Grande ($1.17 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one Creepy Cash ($2) ticket, consider buying 2x Merry Money ($1). This combination delivers $1.27 in expected value compared to $0.99 for the single ticket — a 28.1% improvement. It also gives you a 44.4% chance of winning at least one prize versus 26.2% with the single ticket.
Should You Play Lucky 7s Right Now?
Lucky 7s is a $3 scratch-off that has been on the market for 94 weeks. The ROI is -58.1%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $1.26 in prize value. Only 1 of the original 100 top prizes remains — act fast if you're chasing the big one. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -89.5% change since launch. Among the 8 active $3 games in New Mexico, Lucky 7s ranks #8 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider Happy Pawlidays! ($1.83 EV) and Crossword Tripler ($1.80 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one Lucky 7s ($3) ticket, consider buying 3x Merry Money ($1). This combination delivers $1.91 in expected value compared to $1.26 for the single ticket — a 52.1% improvement. It also gives you a 58.6% chance of winning at least one prize versus 26.1% with the single ticket.
Should You Play Hit $200 Right Now?
Hit $200 is a $5 scratch-off that has been on the market for 66 weeks. The ROI is -54.4%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $2.28 in prize value. There are 14 of the original 540 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -54.7% change since launch. Among the 12 active $5 games in New Mexico, Hit $200 ranks #12 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider Legends of Lucha Libre® ($3.37 EV) and Cash Games ($3.24 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one Hit $200 ($5) ticket, consider buying 5x Merry Money ($1). This combination delivers $3.18 in expected value compared to $2.28 for the single ticket — a 39.6% improvement. It also gives you a 77.0% chance of winning at least one prize versus 25.4% with the single ticket.
Should You Play Hit $50 Right Now?
Hit $50 is a $2 scratch-off that has been on the market for 66 weeks. The ROI is -55.4%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $0.89 in prize value. There are 193 of the original 3360 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -55.4% change since launch. Among the 10 active $2 games in New Mexico, Hit $50 ranks #10 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider ELF ($1.18 EV) and $5,000 Grande ($1.17 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one Hit $50 ($2) ticket, consider buying 2x Merry Money ($1). This combination delivers $1.27 in expected value compared to $0.89 for the single ticket — a 42.7% improvement. It also gives you a 44.4% chance of winning at least one prize versus 24.0% with the single ticket.
Should You Play The Return of the Pink Panther™ Crossword Right Now?
The Return of the Pink Panther™ Crossword is a $15 scratch-off that has been on the market for 58 weeks. The ROI is -47.8%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $7.83 in prize value. All top prizes have been claimed — focus on lower tiers if you're still interested. Among the 2 active $15 games in New Mexico, The Return of the Pink Panther™ Crossword ranks #2 by expected value.
Should You Play Fiery 5s Right Now?
Fiery 5s is a $5 scratch-off that has been on the market for 39 weeks. The ROI is -48.2%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $2.59 in prize value. All top prizes have been claimed — focus on lower tiers if you're still interested. Among the 12 active $5 games in New Mexico, Fiery 5s ranks #10 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider Legends of Lucha Libre® ($3.37 EV) and Cash Games ($3.24 EV).
Should You Play Hello Money Right Now?
Hello Money is a $10 scratch-off that has been on the market for 52 weeks. The ROI is -50.9%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $4.91 in prize value. All top prizes have been claimed — focus on lower tiers if you're still interested. Among the 9 active $10 games in New Mexico, Hello Money ranks #8 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider Double Your Luck ($6.79 EV) and $25, $50 or $100! ($6.76 EV).
Should You Play Bags of Money Right Now?
Bags of Money is a $3 scratch-off that has been on the market for 63 weeks. The ROI is -53.2%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $1.40 in prize value. All top prizes have been claimed — focus on lower tiers if you're still interested. Among the 8 active $3 games in New Mexico, Bags of Money ranks #7 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider Happy Pawlidays! ($1.83 EV) and Crossword Tripler ($1.80 EV). Play responsibly — lottery games are for entertainment.
Should You Play Triple Tripler Right Now?
Triple Tripler is a $1 scratch-off that has been on the market for 61 weeks. The ROI is -52.6%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $0.47 in prize value. All top prizes have been claimed — focus on lower tiers if you're still interested. Among the 13 active $1 games in New Mexico, Triple Tripler ranks #10 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider Merry Money ($0.64 EV) and Winter Cash ($0.60 EV).
How We Calculate Value, ROI & Grades
Every game on this page shows the same four figures and a letter grade. Here’s what each one means.
- Top prize — the game’s largest advertised prize, as published by the New Mexico Lottery.
- Top prizes unclaimed — how many of those the New Mexico Lottery has not yet recorded as claimed. An unclaimed prize may already be sitting on a ticket someone has bought, so this doesn’t guarantee one is still on a shelf.
- Published odds — the New Mexico Lottery’s original “1 in X” chance of winning any prize, which includes winning back just the ticket price. These are the odds set when the game was printed, not a recalculation of the odds among unsold tickets.
- Est. ROI — the estimated average gain or loss against what you spend. −20% means roughly 80¢ back per $1. We work it out from the prize counts the lottery reports and an estimate of how many tickets remain, so it’s a model rather than a measurement, and any single ticket can land far from the average.
- Grade — our 0–100 score shown as a letter, A being 85 or above. The largest single factor is whether a game still has unclaimed top prizes. Among the games that do, the grade is driven mostly by estimated return and by how the top-prize odds have moved since launch.
We read official New Mexico Lottery prize reports daily. ROI and grades are our own calculations, not official lottery ratings. Read our full methodology for how we source data, estimate remaining tickets, and calculate expected value, ROI and the New Mexico game grades.
Prize Activity Summary
Over the past 31 days, scratch-off games in this state paid out approximately $3.3 million in prizes, averaging $105,993 per day across 48 active games. 100X leads in prize activity with $413,470 claimed ($20 ticket). 2 top prizes remain. Cash Bonanza follows with $396,420 in claims, with only 2 top prizes remaining.
Cheaper combinations that beat a single ticket
For some New Mexico tickets, spending the same money on two or more cheaper tickets gives a higher total expected value. These are the ones where that is currently true.
Biggest difference right now
+52.1% expected value
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Lucky 7s
$3
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3× Merry Money $1
Both cost $3, but the pair carries about +52.1% more expected value than the single ticket.
$2 10 of 10 have a cheaper combination worth more +19.3% avg
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Hit $50
#658
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2× Merry Money $1
+42.7%
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10X the Cash
#652
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2× Merry Money $1
+30.7%
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Creepy Cash
#656
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2× Merry Money $1
+28.1%
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Merry Money 5X
#668
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2× Merry Money $1
+22.9%
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7-11-21® Tripler
#671
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2× Merry Money $1
+18.1%
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I Love Cash
#686
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2× Merry Money $1
+12.1%
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Fast Cash
#655
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2× Merry Money $1
+11.1%
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Betty Boop™
#670
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2× Merry Money $1
+10.1%
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$5,000 Grande
#688
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2× Merry Money $1
+8.7%
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ELF
#694
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2× Merry Money $1
+8.1%
$3 7 of 8 have a cheaper combination worth more +18.1% avg
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Lucky 7s
#627
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3× Merry Money $1
+52.1%
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Lucky Numbers
#646
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3× Merry Money $1
+35.2%
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Frogger
#692
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3× Merry Money $1
+13.2%
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Bingo Extra
#683
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3× Merry Money $1
+8.6%
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$10,000 Grande Crossword
#689
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3× Merry Money $1
+7.2%
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Crossword Tripler
#682
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3× Merry Money $1
+5.9%
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Happy Pawlidays!
#695
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3× Merry Money $1
+4.2%
$5 8 of 12 have a cheaper combination worth more +16.7% avg
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Hit $200
#659
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5× Merry Money $1
+39.6%
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Crossword Deluxe
#676
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5× Merry Money $1
+23.0%
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Neon 7
#665
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5× Merry Money $1
+22.4%
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Lots of Cash
#666
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5× Merry Money $1
+13.1%
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Money Rush
#618
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5× Merry Money $1
+12.9%
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$25,000 Grande
#690
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5× Merry Money $1
+9.5%
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Snowman Cash
#696
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5× Merry Money $1
+7.0%
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Spicy Hot Riches
#640
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5× Merry Money $1
+6.0%
$10 6 of 9 have a cheaper combination worth more +18.7% avg
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Hit $500
#660
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2× Legends of Lucha Libre® $5
+39.4%
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Más Dinero
#672
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2× Legends of Lucha Libre® $5
+23.6%
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MYSTERY CROSSWORD
#675
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2× Legends of Lucha Libre® $5
+15.6%
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Triple Red 777s
#679
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2× Legends of Lucha Libre® $5
+14.5%
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Gold Rush
#680
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2× Legends of Lucha Libre® $5
+12.6%
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Bonus Money
#598
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2× Legends of Lucha Libre® $5
+6.6%
$15 1 of 2 have a cheaper combination worth more +6.7% avg
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Zoltar® Crossword
#691
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1× Double Your Luck $10 + 1× Legends of Lucha Libre® $5
+6.7%
$20 1 of 3 have a cheaper combination worth more +11.2% avg
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Cash Bonanza
#643
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2× Double Your Luck $10
+11.2%
Expected value is an average across many tickets, not a prediction for any single purchase, and every one of these games still returns less than it costs on average. Figures are recalculated daily from remaining prizes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best New Mexico scratch-offs to buy right now?
Our three top-graded New Mexico scratch-offs today are Sizzling Riches ($20), Legends of Lucha Libre® ($5) and 100X ($20). Each still has at least one top prize left. Even these pay back less than they cost on average. Rankings change daily as prizes are claimed.
Which New Mexico scratch-off is most likely to win?
The New Mexico game with the best odds of winning any prize is MYSTERY CROSSWORD ($10) at 1 in 2.92. It still has 40 top prizes of $500 left. Most of those wins are small, often just your ticket price back, so good odds are not the same as a good buy.
What's the best New Mexico scratch-off at each price?
Our top-graded pick at each price today: $1: Merry Money; $2: $5,000 Grande; $3: $10,000 Grande Crossword; $5: Legends of Lucha Libre®; $10: Double Your Luck; $15: Zoltar® Crossword; $20: Sizzling Riches. The price filter on this page ranks every game at each price.
Which New Mexico scratch-offs should I avoid?
5 New Mexico games are still on sale even though every top prize has been claimed: The Return of the Pink Panther™ Crossword, Hello Money, Fiery 5s, Bags of Money and Triple Tripler. You pay full price with no chance at the top prize. The Top Prizes Claimed (Avoid) filter on this page lists them.
How do I claim a winning New Mexico scratch-off?
Prizes up to $600 can be cashed at any lottery retailer in New Mexico. Prizes of $100,000+ must be claimed in person at Lottery headquarters, Albuquerque; $601-$99,999 at HQ or by mail with a claim form. You can also claim by mail for prizes up to $99,999; our guide to where to cash scratch-off tickets covers the forms and ID you need. Federal tax of 24% is withheld on prizes over $5,000 (more on taxes on scratch-off winnings).
How long do I have to claim a New Mexico scratch-off?
You have 90 days from the date the lottery officially ends the game, not from the day you bought the ticket. Check a game's end date before you buy, especially if it is ending soon. Our guide to whether scratch-off tickets expire lists every state's deadline.
Can I buy New Mexico scratch-offs online or with a card?
Scratch-offs are not sold online in New Mexico, so you have to buy them in a store. In stores, you cannot pay with a debit or credit card. You must be 18 or older to buy. More in our guides to buying scratch-offs online and with a debit card.
Do more expensive New Mexico scratch-offs have better odds?
Mostly, up to $15. The typical (median) game at each price, with its odds of winning any prize and what it pays back per dollar: $1, 1 in 4.86 and about 53 cents; $2, 1 in 3.99 and about 55 cents; $3, 1 in 3.92 and about 57 cents; $5, 1 in 3.82 and about 57 cents; $10, 1 in 3.44 and about 59 cents; $15, 1 in 2.98 and about 58 cents; $20, 1 in 3.15 and about 70 cents. Payback tends to rise with price, but you still lose money on average at every price.
Are New Mexico scratch-offs worth it, or do any pay back more than they cost?
Not as an investment. Right now 0 of the 57 New Mexico games on sale are expected to pay back more than they cost. The best, Sizzling Riches ($20), still returns about 75 cents per dollar, and the typical game about 57 cents. A scratch-off that pays back more than it costs is rare and does not last long, so play for fun with money you can afford to lose. More on whether scratch-off tickets are worth it.
Should I buy New Mexico games that are ending soon?
Sometimes, when good prizes are still left. No New Mexico games are ending within the next 90 days, so there is no Ending Soon filter on this page right now. Bear in mind that scratch-off tickets do expire: in New Mexico you have 90 days from the date the lottery officially ends the game.
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.
