Best North Carolina Scratch Off Tickets: Odds, Remaining Prizes & More

Data last updated: August 28, 2026

Find the best scratch-off tickets to buy in North Carolina right now. We rank all 84 active North Carolina 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

$2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe

$2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe

Ticket Price: $20
ROI: -6.0%
Best overall value — 1.7pts better ROI than next game
100X The Cash

100X The Cash

Ticket Price: $20
ROI: -7.7%
#2 ROI — strong value at the $20 price point
$1,000,000 Bonus Match

$1,000,000 Bonus Match

Ticket Price: $10
ROI: -9.6%
#3 ROI — solid pick if top games sell out

Best Odds

200X The Cash

200X The Cash

Ticket Price: $30
Overall Odds: 1 in 2.93
Best odds in the state — highest chance of winning any prize
MAX-A-MILLION

MAX-A-MILLION

Ticket Price: $30
Overall Odds: 1 in 2.95
#2 odds — $30 ticket, 12 top prizes left
$5,000,000 Ultimate

$5,000,000 Ultimate

Ticket Price: $30
Overall Odds: 1 in 3.01
#3 odds — 3 top prizes still available

Top Prizes Claimed

JUMBO BUCKS

JUMBO BUCKS

Top Prize: $1,000,0000 remaining
Next Prize: $50,000 — 2 remaining
Jurassic Park

Jurassic Park

Top Prize: $200,0000 remaining
Next Prize: $1,000 — 2 remaining
Double Your Money

Double Your Money

Top Prize: $200,0000 remaining
Next Prize: $2,000 — 5 remaining
84 games
💡 Better combo available
200X The Cash

200X The Cash

$30
Top Prize $5,000,000
Top Prizes Left 3
Overall Odds 1 in 2.93
💡 Better combo available
MAX-A-MILLION

MAX-A-MILLION

$30
Top Prize $1,000,000
Top Prizes Left 12
Overall Odds 1 in 2.95
💡 Better combo available
$5,000,000 Ultimate

$5,000,000 Ultimate

$30
Top Prize $5,000,000
Top Prizes Left 3
Overall Odds 1 in 3.01
💡 Better combo available
200X The Cash

200X The Cash

$30
Top Prize $5,000,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.01
💡 Better combo available
Millionaire Bucks

Millionaire Bucks

$30
Top Prize $5,000,000
Top Prizes Left 3
Overall Odds 1 in 3.04
💡 Better combo available
Winter Winfall

Winter Winfall

$20
Top Prize $250,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 3.19
$2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe

$2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe

$20
Top Prize $2,000,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.22
💡 Better combo available
100X The Cash

100X The Cash

$20
Top Prize $2,000,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 3.24
100X The Cash

100X The Cash

$20
Top Prize $2,000,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 3.31
💡 Better combo available
500X The Cash

500X The Cash

$50
Top Prize $10,000,000
Top Prizes Left 5
Overall Odds 1 in 3.33
💡 Better combo available
Stacks of Cash

Stacks of Cash

$20
Top Prize $2,000,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.35
💡 Better combo available
$2 MILLION VAULT

$2 MILLION VAULT

$20
Top Prize $2,000,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 3.35
💡 Better combo available
Instant Millions

Instant Millions

$20
Top Prize $2,000,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.41
💡 Better combo available
Ruby Red 7's

Ruby Red 7's

$20
Top Prize $2,000,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.45
💡 Better combo available
20 Years

20 Years

$20
Top Prize $1,000,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.45
💡 Better combo available
$100,000 Cash Payday

$100,000 Cash Payday

$30
Top Prize $100,000
Top Prizes Left 56
Overall Odds 1 in 3.49
💡 Better combo available
$50,000 Payout

$50,000 Payout

$20
Top Prize $50,000
Top Prizes Left 42
Overall Odds 1 in 3.54
💡 Better combo available
Win Big

Win Big

$20
Top Prize $2,000,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.56
Cashword King

Cashword King

$10
Top Prize $1,000,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 3.57
Lucky Loteria®

Lucky Loteria®

$10
Top Prize $1,000,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 3.63
💡 Better combo available
LOTERIA™ MULTIPLIER

LOTERIA™ MULTIPLIER

$10
Top Prize $1,000,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 3.63
💡 Better combo available
50X The Cash

50X The Cash

$10
Top Prize $1,000,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 3.75
$1,000,000 Bonus Match

$1,000,000 Bonus Match

$10
Top Prize $1,000,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.76
$1,000,000 Money Rush

$1,000,000 Money Rush

$10
Top Prize $1,000,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.78
Jungle Cashword

Jungle Cashword

$5
Top Prize $150,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.79
50X The Cash

50X The Cash

$10
Top Prize $1,000,000
Top Prizes Left 10
Overall Odds 1 in 3.79
💡 Better combo available
Hot $2,000

Hot $2,000

$10
Top Prize $2,000
Top Prizes Left 452
Overall Odds 1 in 3.80
💡 Better combo available
Triple Red 777 Jackpot

Triple Red 777 Jackpot

$10
Top Prize $1,000,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 3.80
Emerald 10's

Emerald 10's

$10
Top Prize $1,000,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.80
$10 MONOPOLY®

$10 MONOPOLY®

$10
Top Prize $1,000,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.81
⚠️ All Top Prizes Claimed
JUMBO BUCKS

JUMBO BUCKS

$10
Top Prize $1,000,000
Top Prizes Left 0
Overall Odds 1 in 3.81
$1,000,000 Triple Play

$1,000,000 Triple Play

$10
Top Prize $1,000,000
Top Prizes Left 4
Overall Odds 1 in 3.84
Jumbo Bucks

Jumbo Bucks

$10
Top Prize $1,000,000
Top Prizes Left 3
Overall Odds 1 in 3.84
LOTERIA® Fiesta

LOTERIA® Fiesta

$5
Top Prize $150,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.86
Loteria Grande

Loteria Grande

$5
Top Prize $150,000
Top Prizes Left 5
Overall Odds 1 in 3.86
💡 Better combo available
Xtreme Cashword

Xtreme Cashword

$5
Top Prize $150,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.92
Holiday Cashword

Holiday Cashword

$5
Top Prize $150,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 3.93
💡 Better combo available
LOTERIA®

LOTERIA®

$3
Top Prize $75,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.99
Peppermint Payout

Peppermint Payout

$5
Top Prize $150,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 4.07
CASH

CASH

$5
Top Prize $200,000
Top Prizes Left 3
Overall Odds 1 in 4.13
💡 Better combo available
$8 Million Money Maker

$8 Million Money Maker

$50
Top Prize $8,000,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 4.14
💡 Better combo available
Black Titanium

Black Titanium

$30
Top Prize $4,000,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 4.14
💡 Better combo available
Carolina Black Premier

Carolina Black Premier

$30
Top Prize $4,000,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 4.18
💡 Better combo available
Supreme 7s

Supreme 7s

$30
Top Prize $4,000,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 4.18
High Voltage Cash

High Voltage Cash

$5
Top Prize $200,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 4.24
⚠️ All Top Prizes Claimed
Jurassic Park

Jurassic Park

$5
Top Prize $200,000
Top Prizes Left 0
Overall Odds 1 in 4.28
5 Times Lucky

5 Times Lucky

$5
Top Prize $200,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 4.28
$5 MONOPOLY®

$5 MONOPOLY®

$5
Top Prize $200,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 4.28
SPICY HOT RICHES

SPICY HOT RICHES

$5
Top Prize $200,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 4.28
Prize Link Connect

Prize Link Connect

$5
Top Prize $200,000
Top Prizes Left 3
Overall Odds 1 in 4.29
Wheel of Fortune

Wheel of Fortune

$5
Top Prize $200,000
Top Prizes Left 4
Overall Odds 1 in 4.31
$200,000 Triple Play

$200,000 Triple Play

$5
Top Prize $200,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 4.32
Cash King

Cash King

$5
Top Prize $200,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 4.32
20X The Cash

20X The Cash

$5
Top Prize $250,000
Top Prizes Left 3
Overall Odds 1 in 4.33
MEGA BUCKS

MEGA BUCKS

$5
Top Prize $200,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 4.35
Diamonds and Dollars

Diamonds and Dollars

$5
Top Prize $200,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 4.37
$500 Frenzy

$500 Frenzy

$5
Top Prize $500
Top Prizes Left 7,163
Overall Odds 1 in 4.37
20X The Cash

20X The Cash

$5
Top Prize $250,000
Top Prizes Left 12
Overall Odds 1 in 4.37
$400,000 Jackpot

$400,000 Jackpot

$5
Top Prize $400,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 4.40
White Elephant

White Elephant

$2
Top Prize $20,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 4.47
Mega Bucks

Mega Bucks

$5
Top Prize $200,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 4.50
Corner Payout

Corner Payout

$2
Top Prize $20,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 4.54
LADY LUCK

LADY LUCK

$2
Top Prize $20,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 4.58
💡 Better combo available
$25,000 Triple Play

$25,000 Triple Play

$2
Top Prize $25,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 4.59
Cash Drop

Cash Drop

$2
Top Prize $20,000
Top Prizes Left 3
Overall Odds 1 in 4.63
💡 Better combo available
Jackpot Millions

Jackpot Millions

$20
Top Prize $1,000,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 4.67
10X The Cash

10X The Cash

$2
Top Prize $50,000
Top Prizes Left 9
Overall Odds 1 in 4.67
Easy $100s

Easy $100s

$2
Top Prize $20,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 4.68
💡 Better combo available
Magnificent Millions

Magnificent Millions

$20
Top Prize $1,000,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 4.69
💡 Better combo available
Junior BIG OL' BUCKS®

Junior BIG OL' BUCKS®

$2
Top Prize $50,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 4.75
Jr Big Ol Bucks

Jr Big Ol Bucks

$2
Top Prize $50,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 4.75
$5,000 Triple Play

$5,000 Triple Play

$1
Top Prize $5,000
Top Prizes Left 3
Overall Odds 1 in 4.79
5X The Cash

5X The Cash

$1
Top Prize $10,000
Top Prizes Left 9
Overall Odds 1 in 4.82
Lucky 7s

Lucky 7s

$1
Top Prize $7,000
Top Prizes Left 7
Overall Odds 1 in 4.85
Holiday $100s

Holiday $100s

$1
Top Prize $5,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 4.87
$50 Frenzy

$50 Frenzy

$1
Top Prize $5,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 4.90
Hit $50!

Hit $50!

$1
Top Prize $5,000
Top Prizes Left 4
Overall Odds 1 in 4.92
⚠️ All Top Prizes Claimed
Double Your Money

Double Your Money

$5
Top Prize $200,000
Top Prizes Left 0
Overall Odds 1 in 4.98
💡 Better combo available
Ultimate Blowout

Ultimate Blowout

$50
Top Prize $5,000
Top Prizes Left 54
Overall Odds 1 in 8.26
💡 Better combo available
Massive Cash Blowout

Massive Cash Blowout

$30
Top Prize $3,000
Top Prizes Left 3,202
Overall Odds 1 in 9.37
💡 Better combo available
Maximum Money Blowout

Maximum Money Blowout

$20
Top Prize $2,000
Top Prizes Left 289
Overall Odds 1 in 9.88
💡 Better combo available
Extreme Money Blowout

Extreme Money Blowout

$20
Top Prize $2,000
Top Prizes Left 3,696
Overall Odds 1 in 9.88
$80 Million Cash Blowout

$80 Million Cash Blowout

$10
Top Prize $500
Top Prizes Left 1,291
Overall Odds 1 in 9.95
Big Cash Blowout

Big Cash Blowout

$10
Top Prize $500
Top Prizes Left 3,966
Overall Odds 1 in 9.95
Last updated: August 28, 2026

Smart Combo Strategies by Price Tier

Our analysis found that some North Carolina 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 $20 price point, you can get 21.0% more expected value by buying 2x $1,000,000 Bonus Match ($10) instead.
Price Tier Games Improved Avg EV Improvement Best Combo Example
$2 2 of 8 games (25.0%) +17.6% 2x 5X The Cash ($1)
$3 1 of 1 games (100.0%) +2.6% 1x 10X The Cash ($2) + 1x 5X The Cash ($1)
$5 1 of 20 games (5.0%) +3.1% 2x 10X The Cash ($2) + 1x 5X The Cash ($1)
$10 4 of 15 games (26.7%) +0.5% 2x $400,000 Jackpot ($5)
$20 10 of 12 games (83.3%) +14.1% 2x $1,000,000 Bonus Match ($10)
$30 10 of 10 games (100.0%) +13.6% 1x $2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe ($20) + 1x $1,000,000 Bonus Match ($10)
$50 3 of 3 games (100.0%) +14.0% 2x $2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe ($20) + 1x $1,000,000 Bonus Match ($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.

$50 Games
Ultimate Blowout — EV: $40.09
→ Instead, buy: 2x $2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe ($20) + 1x $1,000,000 Bonus Match ($10)
Combo EV: $46.63 — 16.3% better
$8 Million Money Maker — EV: $40.56
→ Instead, buy: 2x $2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe ($20) + 1x $1,000,000 Bonus Match ($10)
Combo EV: $46.63 — 15.0% better
500X The Cash — EV: $42.17
→ Instead, buy: 2x $2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe ($20) + 1x $1,000,000 Bonus Match ($10)
Combo EV: $46.63 — 10.6% better
$30 Games
$100,000 Cash Payday — EV: $23.38
→ Instead, buy: 1x $2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe ($20) + 1x $1,000,000 Bonus Match ($10)
Combo EV: $27.84 — 19.1% better
Massive Cash Blowout — EV: $23.57
→ Instead, buy: 1x $2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe ($20) + 1x $1,000,000 Bonus Match ($10)
Combo EV: $27.84 — 18.1% better
Supreme 7s — EV: $23.90
→ Instead, buy: 1x $2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe ($20) + 1x $1,000,000 Bonus Match ($10)
Combo EV: $27.84 — 16.5% better
MAX-A-MILLION — EV: $24.27
→ Instead, buy: 1x $2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe ($20) + 1x $1,000,000 Bonus Match ($10)
Combo EV: $27.84 — 14.7% better
200X The Cash — EV: $24.49
→ Instead, buy: 1x $2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe ($20) + 1x $1,000,000 Bonus Match ($10)
Combo EV: $27.84 — 13.7% better
200X The Cash — EV: $24.62
→ Instead, buy: 1x $2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe ($20) + 1x $1,000,000 Bonus Match ($10)
Combo EV: $27.84 — 13.1% better
Millionaire Bucks — EV: $24.73
→ Instead, buy: 1x $2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe ($20) + 1x $1,000,000 Bonus Match ($10)
Combo EV: $27.84 — 12.6% better
Carolina Black Premier — EV: $24.86
→ Instead, buy: 1x $2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe ($20) + 1x $1,000,000 Bonus Match ($10)
Combo EV: $27.84 — 12.0% better
Black Titanium — EV: $25.64
→ Instead, buy: 1x $2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe ($20) + 1x $1,000,000 Bonus Match ($10)
Combo EV: $27.84 — 8.6% better
$5,000,000 Ultimate — EV: $25.81
→ Instead, buy: 1x $2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe ($20) + 1x $1,000,000 Bonus Match ($10)
Combo EV: $27.84 — 7.9% better
$20 Games
$50,000 Payout — EV: $14.95
→ Instead, buy: 2x $1,000,000 Bonus Match ($10)
Combo EV: $18.09 — 21.0% better
Jackpot Millions — EV: $14.99
→ Instead, buy: 2x $1,000,000 Bonus Match ($10)
Combo EV: $18.09 — 20.6% better
Winter Winfall — EV: $14.99
→ Instead, buy: 2x $1,000,000 Bonus Match ($10)
Combo EV: $18.03 — 20.3% better
Extreme Money Blowout — EV: $15.05
→ Instead, buy: 2x $1,000,000 Bonus Match ($10)
Combo EV: $18.09 — 20.2% better
Maximum Money Blowout — EV: $15.16
→ Instead, buy: 2x $1,000,000 Bonus Match ($10)
Combo EV: $18.03 — 18.9% better
100X The Cash — EV: $15.39
→ Instead, buy: 2x $1,000,000 Bonus Match ($10)
Combo EV: $18.03 — 17.2% better
$2 MILLION VAULT — EV: $15.61
→ Instead, buy: 2x $1,000,000 Bonus Match ($10)
Combo EV: $18.09 — 15.8% better
20 Years — EV: $15.70
→ Instead, buy: 2x $1,000,000 Bonus Match ($10)
Combo EV: $18.09 — 15.2% better
Magnificent Millions — EV: $15.75
→ Instead, buy: 2x $1,000,000 Bonus Match ($10)
Combo EV: $18.09 — 14.8% better
Stacks of Cash — EV: $15.93
→ Instead, buy: 2x $1,000,000 Bonus Match ($10)
Combo EV: $18.09 — 13.5% better
Instant Millions — EV: $16.06
→ Instead, buy: 2x $1,000,000 Bonus Match ($10)
Combo EV: $18.09 — 12.6% better
Ruby Red 7's — EV: $17.42
→ Instead, buy: 2x $1,000,000 Bonus Match ($10)
Combo EV: $18.09 — 3.8% better
Win Big — EV: $17.57
→ Instead, buy: 2x $1,000,000 Bonus Match ($10)
Combo EV: $18.09 — 2.9% better
$10 Games
Hot $2,000 — EV: $7.10
→ Instead, buy: 2x $400,000 Jackpot ($5)
Combo EV: $7.20 — 1.3% better
Triple Red 777 Jackpot — EV: $7.17
→ Instead, buy: 2x $400,000 Jackpot ($5)
Combo EV: $7.20 — 0.4% better
50X The Cash — EV: $7.17
→ Instead, buy: 2x $400,000 Jackpot ($5)
Combo EV: $7.20 — 0.3% better
LOTERIA™ MULTIPLIER — EV: $7.19
→ Instead, buy: 2x $400,000 Jackpot ($5)
Combo EV: $7.20 — 0.0% better
$5 Games
Xtreme Cashword — EV: $3.14
→ Instead, buy: 2x 10X The Cash ($2) + 1x 5X The Cash ($1)
Combo EV: $3.23 — 3.1% better
$3 Games
LOTERIA® — EV: $1.87
→ Instead, buy: 1x 10X The Cash ($2) + 1x 5X The Cash ($1)
Combo EV: $1.92 — 2.6% better
$2 Games
Junior BIG OL' BUCKS® — EV: $1.00
→ Instead, buy: 2x 5X The Cash ($1)
Combo EV: $1.20 — 19.9% better
$25,000 Triple Play — EV: $1.04
→ Instead, buy: 2x 5X The Cash ($1)
Combo EV: $1.20 — 15.4% 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 North Carolina 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 North Carolina 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 North Carolina Scratchers

  • Focus on North Carolina 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 North Carolina Scratch-Off Insights

There are currently 3 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 North Carolina?

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

Why Play North Carolina Scratch Offs?

The North Carolina 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 North Carolina 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 North Carolina). 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 North Carolina?

Right now, $400,000 Jackpot leads the $5 category with 4.40:1 overall odds and -28.0% 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 North Carolina?

For $10 players, $1,000,000 Bonus Match currently offers the best value with 3.76:1 odds and -9.6% ROI. 2 top prizes of $1,000,000 remain.

What are the best $20 scratch-off tickets in North Carolina?

At the $20 price point, $2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe is the top pick with 3.22:1 odds and -6.0% ROI. Top prize: $2,000,000 with 2 remaining.

Which North Carolina scratch-off wins the most?

Right now, $2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe ($20 ticket) is the top performer in North Carolina based on expected return on investment (-6.0% ROI). It has 2 top prizes of $2,000,000 still available. This changes daily as prizes are claimed — use the Best Value tab above for the current rankings.

Which North Carolina scratch-offs should I avoid?

Avoid games where all top prizes have been claimed — there are currently 3 such games still on shelves in North Carolina. 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 North Carolina 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 North Carolina 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 North Carolina 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.