What are the best South Dakota scratch-offs to buy right now?

Our three top-graded South Dakota scratch-offs today are PLATINUM PAYOUT ($20), 100X EXTREME CASH! ($20) and EXTREME GREEN ($5). 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 South Dakota scratch-off is most likely to win?

The South Dakota game with the best odds of winning any prize is $200,000 WINNING 7S ($20) at 1 in 3.36. It still has 1 top prize of $200,000 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 South Dakota scratch-off at each price?

Our top-graded pick at each price today: $1: FROSTY FUN; $2: SNOW ME THE MONEY; $3: MONEY BOX BINGO; $5: EXTREME GREEN; $10: $1,000 FRENZY; $20: PLATINUM PAYOUT; $30: DIAMOND DELUXE. The price filter on this page ranks every game at each price.

Which South Dakota scratch-offs should I avoid?

5 South Dakota games are still on sale even though every top prize has been claimed: CASHWORD GOLD, 50X THE CASH, JURASSIC PARK, FAST CASH and MULTIPLIER BINGO. 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 South Dakota scratch-off?

Prizes up to $100 can be cashed at any lottery retailer in South Dakota, and larger prizes at a Lottery validation center (Pierre, Rapid City or Sioux Falls). 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, and South Dakota does not tax lottery winnings (more on taxes on scratch-off winnings).

How long do I have to claim a South Dakota scratch-off?

You have 180 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 South Dakota scratch-offs online or with a card?

Scratch-offs are not sold online in South Dakota, so you have to buy them in a store. 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 South Dakota scratch-offs have better odds?

Usually, yes. The typical (median) game at each price, with its odds of winning any prize and what it pays back per dollar: $1, 1 in 4.37 and about 60 cents; $2, 1 in 4.46 and about 63 cents; $3, 1 in 4.33 and about 61 cents; $5, 1 in 4.21 and about 66 cents; $10, 1 in 3.98 and about 70 cents; $20, 1 in 3.56 and about 74 cents; $30, 1 in 3.46 and about 76 cents. Payback tends to rise with price, but you still lose money on average at every price.

Are South Dakota scratch-offs worth it, or do any pay back more than they cost?

Not as an investment. Right now 0 of the 43 South Dakota games on sale are expected to pay back more than they cost. The best, PLATINUM PAYOUT ($20), still returns about 85 cents per dollar, and the typical game about 66 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 South Dakota games that are ending soon?

Sometimes, when good prizes are still left. The Ending Soon filter on this page lists the South Dakota games ending within the next 90 days. Bear in mind that scratch-off tickets do expire: in South Dakota you have 180 days from the date the lottery officially ends the game.

Best South Dakota Scratch Off Tickets: Odds, Remaining Prizes & More

Data last updated: October 12, 2026

Find the best scratch-off tickets to buy in South Dakota right now. We rank all 44 active South Dakota 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

PLATINUM PAYOUT #1144

Highest overall grade

$200,000Top prize 1Top prizes left 1 in 3.54Odds -15.5%Est. ROI

Best $5 ticket

EXTREME GREEN #1136

Highest overall grade among $5 tickets

$25,000Top prize 1Top prizes left 1 in 4.23Odds -31.8%Est. ROI

Best $10 ticket

$10

$1,000 FRENZY #1196

Highest overall grade among $10 tickets

$50,000Top prize 2Top prizes left 1 in 3.96Odds -26.2%Est. ROI

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PLATINUM PAYOUT #1144 $20

$200,000Top prize 1Top prizes left 1 in 3.54Odds -15.5%Est. ROI

100X EXTREME CASH! #1177 $20

$300,000Top prize 2Top prizes left 1 in 3.56Odds -20.4%Est. ROI

EXTREME GREEN #1136 $5

$25,000Top prize 1Top prizes left 1 in 4.23Odds -31.8%Est. ROI

CASH FLOW #1143 $20

$1,000Top prize 392Top prizes left 1 in 3.94Odds -26.0%Est. ROI

$1,000 FRENZY #1196 $10

$50,000Top prize 2Top prizes left 1 in 3.96Odds -26.2%Est. ROI

$70,000 GOLD RUSH #1166 $10

$70,000Top prize 1Top prizes left 1 in 3.99Odds -28.4%Est. ROI

PLINKO #1197 $10

$75,000Top prize 2Top prizes left 1 in 4.00Odds -29.1%Est. ROI

DIAMOND DELUXE #1153 $30 Better combo

$650,000Top prize 2Top prizes left 1 in 3.47Odds -23.1%Est. ROI

50X EXTREME CASH! #1176 $10

$100,000Top prize 1Top prizes left 1 in 3.98Odds -28.7%Est. ROI

$200,000 WINNING 7S #1160 $20 Better combo

$200,000Top prize 1Top prizes left 1 in 3.36Odds -26.4%Est. ROI

SOUTH DAKOTA HIDDEN GEMS #1159 $5

$25,000Top prize 2Top prizes left 1 in 4.07Odds -31.0%Est. ROI

$25,000 GOLD RUSH #1165 $5

$25,000Top prize 1Top prizes left 1 in 4.09Odds -33.2%Est. ROI

RUBY RED 7'S #1124 $5 Better combo

$27,777Top prize 1Top prizes left 1 in 4.13Odds -34.5%Est. ROI

EXTREME 8'S #1181 $5

$8,888Top prize 4Top prizes left 1 in 4.24Odds -31.6%Est. ROI

SEASON'S GREETINGS #1202 $5

$10,000Top prize 3Top prizes left 1 in 4.11Odds -30.0%Est. ROI

MONEY MADNESS #1167 $5

$25,000Top prize 2Top prizes left 1 in 4.21Odds -31.0%Est. ROI

MAX MONEY #1161 $5

$25,000Top prize 1Top prizes left 1 in 4.35Odds -32.6%Est. ROI

SNOW ME THE MONEY #1201 $2

$2,000Top prize 4Top prizes left 1 in 4.38Odds -33.7%Est. ROI

MONEY MAKER #1186 $30 Better combo

$350,000Top prize 2Top prizes left 1 in 3.45Odds -24.7%Est. ROI

MONEY FEVER #1158 $5

$40,000Top prize 1Top prizes left 1 in 4.36Odds -33.7%Est. ROI

$50, $150 OR $250! #1154 $10

$250Top prize 333Top prizes left 1 in 9.56Odds -27.6%Est. ROI

MERRY BRIGHT #1172 $5 Better combo

$10,000Top prize 1Top prizes left 1 in 4.11Odds -37.9%Est. ROI

CASHWORD SUPREME #1169 $10 Better combo

$70,000Top prize 1Top prizes left 1 in 3.67Odds -32.0%Est. ROI

Instant Jackpot #3008 $10 Better combo

$80,000Top prize 1Top prizes left 1 in 3.81Odds -31.5%Est. ROI

WIN WIN WIN #1081 $20 Better combo

$1,000Top prize 31Top prizes left 1 in 3.92Odds -33.5%Est. ROI

$100 FRENZY #1194 $2

$5,000Top prize 3Top prizes left 1 in 4.51Odds -35.1%Est. ROI

FROSTY FUN #1200 $1

$1,000Top prize 8Top prizes left 1 in 4.67Odds -36.8%Est. ROI

$500 FRENZY #1195 $5 Better combo

$25,000Top prize 2Top prizes left 1 in 4.51Odds -34.5%Est. ROI

MONEY BOX BINGO #1193 $3 Better combo

$20,000Top prize 3Top prizes left 1 in 4.30Odds -35.4%Est. ROI

20X EXTREME CASH! #1175 $5 Better combo

$40,000Top prize 1Top prizes left 1 in 4.35Odds -36.0%Est. ROI

$5,000 GOLD RUSH #1164 $2 Better combo

$5,000Top prize 2Top prizes left 1 in 4.40Odds -40.0%Est. ROI

ONE-WORD CROSSWORD #1152 $5 Better combo

$40,000Top prize 1Top prizes left 1 in 4.01Odds -35.5%Est. ROI

SUPER HOT 777S #1131 $5 Better combo

$25,000Top prize 1Top prizes left 1 in 4.21Odds -43.9%Est. ROI

LUCKY 7 #1155 $1

$500Top prize 27Top prizes left 1 in 4.37Odds -40.3%Est. ROI

MOOLA #1116 $1

$500Top prize 13Top prizes left 1 in 4.37Odds -44.0%Est. ROI

LOTS OF $100'S #1063 $2 Better combo

$100Top prize 494Top prizes left 1 in 4.75Odds -39.2%Est. ROI

MONEY CASHWORD #1150 $3 Better combo

$25,000Top prize 1Top prizes left 1 in 4.31Odds -38.5%Est. ROI

$1,000 GOLD RUSH #1163 $1

$1,000Top prize 2Top prizes left 0.0%Est. ROI

VAULTS of CASH #1157 $3 Better combo

$25,000Top prize 1Top prizes left 1 in 4.81Odds -43.9%Est. ROI

50X THE CASH #1148 $10 Top prizes gone

$100,000Top prize 0Top prizes left 1 in 3.98Odds -36.2%Est. ROI

JURASSIC PARK #1162 $10 Top prizes gone

$50,000Top prize 0Top prizes left 1 in 3.98Odds -35.1%Est. ROI

FAST CASH #1082 $5 Top prizes gone

$40,000Top prize 0Top prizes left 1 in 4.25Odds -41.0%Est. ROI

MULTIPLIER BINGO #1151 $3 Top prizes gone

$20,000Top prize 0Top prizes left 1 in 4.35Odds -40.2%Est. ROI

CASHWORD GOLD #1125 $10 Top prizes gone

$70,000Top prize 0Top prizes left 1 in 3.67Odds -43.0%Est. ROI

Should You Play PLATINUM PAYOUT Right Now?

PLATINUM PAYOUT is a $20 scratch-off that has been on the market for 104 weeks. The ROI is -15.5%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $16.91 in prize value. Only 1 of the original 2 top prizes remains — act fast if you're chasing the big one. Top prize odds have improved by 167.0% since launch — a dramatic shift in your favor. Among the 5 active $20 games in South Dakota, PLATINUM PAYOUT ranks #1 by expected value.

Should You Play 100X EXTREME CASH! Right Now?

100X EXTREME CASH! is a $20 scratch-off that has been on the market for 39 weeks. The ROI is -20.4%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $15.91 in prize value. All 2 top prizes are still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 48.4% change since launch. Among the 5 active $20 games in South Dakota, 100X EXTREME CASH! ranks #2 by expected value.

Should You Play EXTREME GREEN Right Now?

EXTREME GREEN is a $5 scratch-off that has been on the market for 87 weeks. The ROI is -31.8%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $3.41 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 220.1% since launch — a dramatic shift in your favor. Among the 15 active $5 games in South Dakota, EXTREME GREEN ranks #5 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider SEASON'S GREETINGS ($3.50 EV) and MONEY MADNESS ($3.45 EV). Play responsibly — lottery games are for entertainment.

Should You Play CASH FLOW Right Now?

CASH FLOW is a $20 scratch-off that has been on the market for 22 weeks. The ROI is -26.0%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $14.79 in prize value. There are 392 of the original 441 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 1.7% change since launch. Among the 5 active $20 games in South Dakota, CASH FLOW ranks #3 by expected value.

Should You Play $1,000 FRENZY Right Now?

$1,000 FRENZY is a $10 scratch-off that has been on the market for 18 weeks. The ROI is -26.2%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $7.38 in prize value. All 2 top prizes are still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 17.9% change since launch. Among the 10 active $10 games in South Dakota, $1,000 FRENZY ranks #1 by expected value. Play responsibly — lottery games are for entertainment.

Should You Play $70,000 GOLD RUSH Right Now?

$70,000 GOLD RUSH is a $10 scratch-off that has been on the market for 70 weeks. The ROI is -28.4%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $7.16 in prize value. Only 1 of the original 2 top prizes remains — act fast if you're chasing the big one. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 9.8% change since launch. Among the 10 active $10 games in South Dakota, $70,000 GOLD RUSH ranks #3 by expected value.

Should You Play PLINKO Right Now?

PLINKO is a $10 scratch-off that has been on the market for 9 weeks. The ROI is -29.1%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $7.09 in prize value. All 2 top prizes are still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 9.2% change since launch. Among the 10 active $10 games in South Dakota, PLINKO ranks #5 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider $1,000 FRENZY ($7.38 EV) and $50, $150 OR $250! ($7.23 EV). Play responsibly — lottery games are for entertainment.

Should You Play DIAMOND DELUXE Right Now?

DIAMOND DELUXE is a $30 scratch-off that has been on the market for 15 weeks. The ROI is -23.1%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $23.08 in prize value. All 2 top prizes are still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 11.8% change since launch. Among the 2 active $30 games in South Dakota, DIAMOND DELUXE ranks #1 by expected value. Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one DIAMOND DELUXE ($30) ticket, consider buying 1x PLATINUM PAYOUT ($20) + 1x $1,000 FRENZY ($10). This combination delivers $24.29 in expected value compared to $23.08 for the single ticket — a 5.2% improvement. It also gives you a 46.4% chance of winning at least one prize versus 28.8% with the single ticket.

Should You Play 50X EXTREME CASH! Right Now?

50X EXTREME CASH! is a $10 scratch-off that has been on the market for 39 weeks. The ROI is -28.7%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $7.13 in prize value. Only 1 of the original 2 top prizes remains — act fast if you're chasing the big one. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -3.4% change since launch. Among the 10 active $10 games in South Dakota, 50X EXTREME CASH! ranks #4 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider $1,000 FRENZY ($7.38 EV) and $50, $150 OR $250! ($7.23 EV).

Should You Play $200,000 WINNING 7S Right Now?

$200,000 WINNING 7S is a $20 scratch-off that has been on the market for 52 weeks. The ROI is -26.4%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $14.72 in prize value. Only 1 of the original 2 top prizes remains — act fast if you're chasing the big one. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -12.8% change since launch. Among the 5 active $20 games in South Dakota, $200,000 WINNING 7S ranks #4 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider PLATINUM PAYOUT ($16.89 EV) and 100X EXTREME CASH! ($15.90 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one $200,000 WINNING 7S ($20) ticket, consider buying 2x $1,000 FRENZY ($10). This combination delivers $14.77 in expected value compared to $14.72 for the single ticket — a 0.3% improvement. It also gives you a 44.1% chance of winning at least one prize versus 29.8% with the single ticket.

Should You Play SOUTH DAKOTA HIDDEN GEMS Right Now?

SOUTH DAKOTA HIDDEN GEMS is a $5 scratch-off that has been on the market for 26 weeks. The ROI is -31.0%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $3.45 in prize value. There are 2 of the original 3 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 33.4% change since launch. Among the 15 active $5 games in South Dakota, SOUTH DAKOTA HIDDEN GEMS ranks #2 by expected value. Play responsibly — lottery games are for entertainment.

Should You Play $25,000 GOLD RUSH Right Now?

$25,000 GOLD RUSH is a $5 scratch-off that has been on the market for 70 weeks. The ROI is -33.2%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $3.34 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 33.0% change since launch. Among the 15 active $5 games in South Dakota, $25,000 GOLD RUSH ranks #7 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider SEASON'S GREETINGS ($3.50 EV) and MONEY MADNESS ($3.45 EV).

Should You Play RUBY RED 7'S Right Now?

RUBY RED 7'S is a $5 scratch-off that has been on the market for 118 weeks. The ROI is -34.5%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $3.28 in prize value. Only 1 of the original 2 top prizes remains — act fast if you're chasing the big one. Top prize odds have improved by 372.0% since launch — a dramatic shift in your favor. Among the 15 active $5 games in South Dakota, RUBY RED 7'S ranks #9 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider SEASON'S GREETINGS ($3.50 EV) and MONEY MADNESS ($3.45 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one RUBY RED 7'S ($5) ticket, consider buying 2x SNOW ME THE MONEY ($2) + 1x FROSTY FUN ($1). This combination delivers $3.28 in expected value compared to $3.28 for the single ticket — a 0.2% improvement. It also gives you a 53.2% chance of winning at least one prize versus 24.2% with the single ticket.

Should You Play EXTREME 8'S Right Now?

EXTREME 8'S is a $5 scratch-off that has been on the market for 22 weeks. The ROI is -31.6%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $3.42 in prize value. All 4 top prizes are still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 42.3% change since launch. Among the 15 active $5 games in South Dakota, EXTREME 8'S ranks #4 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider SEASON'S GREETINGS ($3.50 EV) and MONEY MADNESS ($3.45 EV).

Should You Play SEASON'S GREETINGS Right Now?

SEASON'S GREETINGS is a $5 scratch-off that has been on the market for 4 weeks. The ROI is -30.0%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $3.50 in prize value. All 3 top prizes are still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 1.0% change since launch. Among the 15 active $5 games in South Dakota, SEASON'S GREETINGS ranks #1 by expected value. Play responsibly — lottery games are for entertainment.

Should You Play MONEY MADNESS Right Now?

MONEY MADNESS is a $5 scratch-off that has been on the market for 31 weeks. The ROI is -31.0%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $3.45 in prize value. There are 2 of the original 3 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 5.8% change since launch. Among the 15 active $5 games in South Dakota, MONEY MADNESS ranks #2 by expected value.

Should You Play MAX MONEY Right Now?

MAX MONEY is a $5 scratch-off that has been on the market for 48 weeks. The ROI is -32.6%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $3.37 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 23.5% change since launch. Among the 15 active $5 games in South Dakota, MAX MONEY ranks #6 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider SEASON'S GREETINGS ($3.50 EV) and MONEY MADNESS ($3.45 EV).

Should You Play SNOW ME THE MONEY Right Now?

SNOW ME THE MONEY is a $2 scratch-off that has been on the market for 4 weeks. The ROI is -33.7%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $1.33 in prize value. All 4 top prizes are still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 1.2% change since launch. Among the 4 active $2 games in South Dakota, SNOW ME THE MONEY ranks #1 by expected value.

Should You Play MONEY MAKER Right Now?

MONEY MAKER is a $30 scratch-off that has been on the market for 31 weeks. The ROI is -24.7%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $22.60 in prize value. There are 2 of the original 3 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -20.1% change since launch. Among the 2 active $30 games in South Dakota, MONEY MAKER ranks #2 by expected value. Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one MONEY MAKER ($30) ticket, consider buying 1x PLATINUM PAYOUT ($20) + 1x $1,000 FRENZY ($10). This combination delivers $24.29 in expected value compared to $22.60 for the single ticket — a 7.5% improvement. It also gives you a 46.4% chance of winning at least one prize versus 29.0% with the single ticket. Play responsibly — lottery games are for entertainment.

Should You Play MONEY FEVER Right Now?

MONEY FEVER is a $5 scratch-off that has been on the market for 35 weeks. The ROI is -33.7%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $3.31 in prize value. Only 1 of the original 2 top prizes remains — act fast if you're chasing the big one. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -1.7% change since launch. Among the 15 active $5 games in South Dakota, MONEY FEVER ranks #8 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider SEASON'S GREETINGS ($3.50 EV) and MONEY MADNESS ($3.45 EV).

Should You Play $50, $150 OR $250! Right Now?

$50, $150 OR $250! is a $10 scratch-off that has been on the market for 87 weeks. The ROI is -27.6%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $7.24 in prize value. There are 333 of the original 654 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -0.3% change since launch. Among the 10 active $10 games in South Dakota, $50, $150 OR $250! ranks #2 by expected value. Play responsibly — lottery games are for entertainment.

Should You Play MERRY BRIGHT Right Now?

MERRY BRIGHT is a $5 scratch-off that has been on the market for 55 weeks. The ROI is -37.9%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $3.11 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 172.7% since launch — a dramatic shift in your favor. Among the 15 active $5 games in South Dakota, MERRY BRIGHT ranks #13 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider SEASON'S GREETINGS ($3.50 EV) and MONEY MADNESS ($3.45 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one MERRY BRIGHT ($5) ticket, consider buying 2x SNOW ME THE MONEY ($2) + 1x FROSTY FUN ($1). This combination delivers $3.28 in expected value compared to $3.11 for the single ticket — a 5.7% improvement. It also gives you a 53.2% chance of winning at least one prize versus 24.3% with the single ticket.

Should You Play CASHWORD SUPREME Right Now?

CASHWORD SUPREME is a $10 scratch-off that has been on the market for 44 weeks. The ROI is -32.0%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $6.80 in prize value. Only 1 of the original 2 top prizes remains — act fast if you're chasing the big one. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -6.9% change since launch. Among the 10 active $10 games in South Dakota, CASHWORD SUPREME ranks #7 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider $1,000 FRENZY ($7.38 EV) and $50, $150 OR $250! ($7.23 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one CASHWORD SUPREME ($10) ticket, consider buying 2x SEASON'S GREETINGS ($5). This combination delivers $7.00 in expected value compared to $6.80 for the single ticket — a 2.9% improvement. It also gives you a 42.7% chance of winning at least one prize versus 27.2% with the single ticket.

Should You Play Instant Jackpot Right Now?

Instant Jackpot is a $10 scratch-off that has been on the market for 135 weeks. The ROI is -31.5%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $6.85 in prize value. Only 1 of the original 2 top prizes remains — act fast if you're chasing the big one. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -7.9% change since launch. Among the 10 active $10 games in South Dakota, Instant Jackpot ranks #6 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider $1,000 FRENZY ($7.38 EV) and $50, $150 OR $250! ($7.23 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one Instant Jackpot ($10) ticket, consider buying 2x SEASON'S GREETINGS ($5). This combination delivers $7.00 in expected value compared to $6.85 for the single ticket — a 2.2% improvement. It also gives you a 42.7% chance of winning at least one prize versus 26.2% with the single ticket.

Should You Play WIN WIN WIN Right Now?

WIN WIN WIN is a $20 scratch-off that has been on the market for 203 weeks. The ROI is -33.5%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $13.29 in prize value. There are 31 of the original 410 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 15.7% change since launch. Among the 5 active $20 games in South Dakota, WIN WIN WIN ranks #5 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider PLATINUM PAYOUT ($16.89 EV) and 100X EXTREME CASH! ($15.90 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one WIN WIN WIN ($20) ticket, consider buying 2x $1,000 FRENZY ($10). This combination delivers $14.77 in expected value compared to $13.29 for the single ticket — a 11.1% improvement. It also gives you a 44.1% chance of winning at least one prize versus 25.5% with the single ticket.

Should You Play $100 FRENZY Right Now?

$100 FRENZY is a $2 scratch-off that has been on the market for 18 weeks. The ROI is -35.1%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $1.30 in prize value. There are 3 of the original 5 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 8.7% change since launch. Among the 4 active $2 games in South Dakota, $100 FRENZY ranks #2 by expected value. Play responsibly — lottery games are for entertainment.

Should You Play FROSTY FUN Right Now?

FROSTY FUN is a $1 scratch-off that has been on the market for 4 weeks. The ROI is -36.8%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $0.63 in prize value. All 8 top prizes are still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 0.6% change since launch. Among the 3 active $1 games in South Dakota, FROSTY FUN ranks #1 by expected value.

Should You Play $500 FRENZY Right Now?

$500 FRENZY is a $5 scratch-off that has been on the market for 18 weeks. The ROI is -34.5%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $3.27 in prize value. There are 2 of the original 3 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -17.6% change since launch. Among the 15 active $5 games in South Dakota, $500 FRENZY ranks #10 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider SEASON'S GREETINGS ($3.50 EV) and MONEY MADNESS ($3.45 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one $500 FRENZY ($5) ticket, consider buying 2x SNOW ME THE MONEY ($2) + 1x FROSTY FUN ($1). This combination delivers $3.28 in expected value compared to $3.27 for the single ticket — a 0.3% improvement. It also gives you a 53.2% chance of winning at least one prize versus 22.2% with the single ticket.

Should You Play MONEY BOX BINGO Right Now?

MONEY BOX BINGO is a $3 scratch-off that has been on the market for 18 weeks. The ROI is -35.4%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $1.94 in prize value. There are 3 of the original 4 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -10.2% change since launch. Among the 4 active $3 games in South Dakota, MONEY BOX BINGO ranks #1 by expected value. Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one MONEY BOX BINGO ($3) ticket, consider buying 1x SNOW ME THE MONEY ($2) + 1x FROSTY FUN ($1). This combination delivers $1.96 in expected value compared to $1.94 for the single ticket — a 1.0% improvement. It also gives you a 39.4% chance of winning at least one prize versus 23.3% with the single ticket.

Should You Play 20X EXTREME CASH! Right Now?

20X EXTREME CASH! is a $5 scratch-off that has been on the market for 39 weeks. The ROI is -36.0%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $3.20 in prize value. Only 1 of the original 2 top prizes remains — act fast if you're chasing the big one. Top prize odds are holding steady with a 2.2% change since launch. Among the 15 active $5 games in South Dakota, 20X EXTREME CASH! ranks #12 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider SEASON'S GREETINGS ($3.50 EV) and MONEY MADNESS ($3.45 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one 20X EXTREME CASH! ($5) ticket, consider buying 2x SNOW ME THE MONEY ($2) + 1x FROSTY FUN ($1). This combination delivers $3.28 in expected value compared to $3.20 for the single ticket — a 2.6% improvement. It also gives you a 53.2% chance of winning at least one prize versus 23.0% with the single ticket. Play responsibly — lottery games are for entertainment.

Should You Play $5,000 GOLD RUSH Right Now?

$5,000 GOLD RUSH is a $2 scratch-off that has been on the market for 70 weeks. The ROI is -40.0%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $1.20 in prize value. There are 2 of the original 6 top prizes still available. Top prize odds have improved by 115.0% since launch — a dramatic shift in your favor. Among the 4 active $2 games in South Dakota, $5,000 GOLD RUSH ranks #4 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider SNOW ME THE MONEY ($1.33 EV) and $100 FRENZY ($1.30 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one $5,000 GOLD RUSH ($2) ticket, consider buying 2x FROSTY FUN ($1). This combination delivers $1.26 in expected value compared to $1.20 for the single ticket — a 5.3% improvement. It also gives you a 38.2% chance of winning at least one prize versus 22.7% with the single ticket. Play responsibly — lottery games are for entertainment.

Should You Play ONE-WORD CROSSWORD Right Now?

ONE-WORD CROSSWORD is a $5 scratch-off that has been on the market for 91 weeks. The ROI is -35.5%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $3.23 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 -19.9% change since launch. Among the 15 active $5 games in South Dakota, ONE-WORD CROSSWORD ranks #11 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider SEASON'S GREETINGS ($3.50 EV) and MONEY MADNESS ($3.45 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one ONE-WORD CROSSWORD ($5) ticket, consider buying 2x SNOW ME THE MONEY ($2) + 1x FROSTY FUN ($1). This combination delivers $3.28 in expected value compared to $3.23 for the single ticket — a 1.7% improvement. It also gives you a 53.2% chance of winning at least one prize versus 24.9% with the single ticket.

Should You Play SUPER HOT 777S Right Now?

SUPER HOT 777S is a $5 scratch-off that has been on the market for 99 weeks. The ROI is -43.9%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $2.80 in prize value. Only 1 of the original 2 top prizes remains — act fast if you're chasing the big one. Top prize odds have improved by 207.6% since launch — a dramatic shift in your favor. Among the 15 active $5 games in South Dakota, SUPER HOT 777S ranks #15 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider SEASON'S GREETINGS ($3.50 EV) and MONEY MADNESS ($3.45 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one SUPER HOT 777S ($5) ticket, consider buying 2x SNOW ME THE MONEY ($2) + 1x FROSTY FUN ($1). This combination delivers $3.28 in expected value compared to $2.80 for the single ticket — a 17.1% improvement. It also gives you a 53.2% chance of winning at least one prize versus 23.8% with the single ticket.

Should You Play LUCKY 7 Right Now?

LUCKY 7 is a $1 scratch-off that has been on the market for 39 weeks. The ROI is -40.3%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $0.60 in prize value. There are 27 of the original 60 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -16.7% change since launch. Among the 3 active $1 games in South Dakota, LUCKY 7 ranks #2 by expected value.

Should You Play MOOLA Right Now?

MOOLA is a $1 scratch-off that has been on the market for 149 weeks. The ROI is -44.0%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $0.56 in prize value. There are 13 of the original 90 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -30.4% change since launch. Among the 3 active $1 games in South Dakota, MOOLA ranks #3 by expected value.

Should You Play LOTS OF $100'S Right Now?

LOTS OF $100'S is a $2 scratch-off that has been on the market for 148 weeks. The ROI is -39.2%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $1.22 in prize value. There are 494 of the original 1593 top prizes still available. Top prize odds are holding steady with a -14.2% change since launch. Among the 4 active $2 games in South Dakota, LOTS OF $100'S ranks #3 by expected value. Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one LOTS OF $100'S ($2) ticket, consider buying 2x FROSTY FUN ($1). This combination delivers $1.26 in expected value compared to $1.22 for the single ticket — a 3.9% improvement. It also gives you a 38.2% chance of winning at least one prize versus 21.1% with the single ticket.

Should You Play MONEY CASHWORD Right Now?

MONEY CASHWORD is a $3 scratch-off that has been on the market for 91 weeks. The ROI is -38.5%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $1.84 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 -36.3% change since launch. Among the 4 active $3 games in South Dakota, MONEY CASHWORD ranks #2 by expected value. Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one MONEY CASHWORD ($3) ticket, consider buying 1x SNOW ME THE MONEY ($2) + 1x FROSTY FUN ($1). This combination delivers $1.96 in expected value compared to $1.84 for the single ticket — a 6.1% improvement. It also gives you a 39.4% chance of winning at least one prize versus 23.2% with the single ticket.

Should You Play $1,000 GOLD RUSH Right Now?

$1,000 GOLD RUSH is a $1 scratch-off that has been on the market for 70 weeks. There are 2 of the original 15 top prizes still available. There are 2 top prizes of $1,000 still available. Prize tiers: $1,000 (2 remaining), $100 (1 remaining), $50 (13 remaining), $20 (145 remaining), $10 (833 remaining), $5 (2,664 remaining), $3 (4,626 remaining), $2 (6,425 remaining), $1 (12,980 remaining). Note: This state does not publish complete prize data, so some analytics like expected value and ROI are unavailable.

Should You Play VAULTS of CASH Right Now?

VAULTS of CASH is a $3 scratch-off that has been on the market for 48 weeks. The ROI is -43.9%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $1.68 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 -31.7% change since launch. Among the 4 active $3 games in South Dakota, VAULTS of CASH ranks #4 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider MONEY BOX BINGO ($1.94 EV) and MONEY CASHWORD ($1.84 EV). Alternative Strategy: Instead of buying one VAULTS of CASH ($3) ticket, consider buying 1x SNOW ME THE MONEY ($2) + 1x FROSTY FUN ($1). This combination delivers $1.96 in expected value compared to $1.68 for the single ticket — a 16.4% improvement. It also gives you a 39.4% chance of winning at least one prize versus 20.8% with the single ticket.

Should You Play 50X THE CASH Right Now?

50X THE CASH is a $10 scratch-off that has been on the market for 91 weeks. The ROI is -36.2%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $6.38 in prize value. All top prizes have been claimed — focus on lower tiers if you're still interested. Among the 10 active $10 games in South Dakota, 50X THE CASH ranks #9 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider $1,000 FRENZY ($7.38 EV) and $50, $150 OR $250! ($7.23 EV). Play responsibly — lottery games are for entertainment.

Should You Play JURASSIC PARK Right Now?

JURASSIC PARK is a $10 scratch-off that has been on the market for 65 weeks. The ROI is -35.1%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $6.49 in prize value. All top prizes have been claimed — focus on lower tiers if you're still interested. Among the 10 active $10 games in South Dakota, JURASSIC PARK ranks #8 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider $1,000 FRENZY ($7.38 EV) and $50, $150 OR $250! ($7.23 EV).

Should You Play FAST CASH Right Now?

FAST CASH is a $5 scratch-off that has been on the market for 139 weeks. The ROI is -41.0%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $2.95 in prize value. All top prizes have been claimed — focus on lower tiers if you're still interested. Among the 15 active $5 games in South Dakota, FAST CASH ranks #14 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider SEASON'S GREETINGS ($3.50 EV) and MONEY MADNESS ($3.45 EV). Play responsibly — lottery games are for entertainment.

Should You Play MULTIPLIER BINGO Right Now?

MULTIPLIER BINGO is a $3 scratch-off that has been on the market for 91 weeks. The ROI is -40.2%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $1.79 in prize value. All top prizes have been claimed — focus on lower tiers if you're still interested. Among the 4 active $3 games in South Dakota, MULTIPLIER BINGO ranks #3 by expected value.

Should You Play CASHWORD GOLD Right Now?

CASHWORD GOLD is a $10 scratch-off that has been on the market for 118 weeks. The ROI is -43.0%, so this one is best played for entertainment rather than value. Each ticket returns an expected $5.70 in prize value. All top prizes have been claimed — focus on lower tiers if you're still interested. Among the 10 active $10 games in South Dakota, CASHWORD GOLD ranks #10 by expected value. If you're looking for the best value at this price point, also consider $1,000 FRENZY ($7.38 EV) and $50, $150 OR $250! ($7.23 EV).

Last updated: October 12, 2026

Prize Activity Summary

Over the past 31 days, scratch-off games in this state paid out approximately $3.0 million in prizes, averaging $96,182 per day across 36 active games. The overall prize pool decreased by 0.8% during this period, with 13,542 individual prizes claimed across all tiers. $600,000 CASH SPECTACULAR leads in prize activity with $852,225 claimed ($30 ticket). BIG MONEY follows with $284,780 in claims.

Cheaper combinations that beat a single ticket

For some South Dakota 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 +17.1% expected value

Instead of SUPER HOT 777S $5

Buy instead 2× SNOW ME THE MONEY $2 + 1× FROSTY FUN $1

Both cost $5, but the pair carries about +17.1% more expected value than the single ticket.

$2 2 of 4 have a cheaper combination worth more +4.6% avg

Instead of $5,000 GOLD RUSH #1164 Buy instead 2× FROSTY FUN $1 +5.3%
Instead of LOTS OF $100'S #1063 Buy instead 2× FROSTY FUN $1 +3.9%

$3 3 of 4 have a cheaper combination worth more +7.8% avg

Instead of VAULTS of CASH #1157 Buy instead 1× SNOW ME THE MONEY $2 + 1× FROSTY FUN $1 +16.4%
Instead of MONEY CASHWORD #1150 Buy instead 1× SNOW ME THE MONEY $2 + 1× FROSTY FUN $1 +6.1%
Instead of MONEY BOX BINGO #1193 Buy instead 1× SNOW ME THE MONEY $2 + 1× FROSTY FUN $1 +1.0%

$5 6 of 15 have a cheaper combination worth more +4.6% avg

Instead of SUPER HOT 777S #1131 Buy instead 2× SNOW ME THE MONEY $2 + 1× FROSTY FUN $1 +17.1%
Instead of MERRY BRIGHT #1172 Buy instead 2× SNOW ME THE MONEY $2 + 1× FROSTY FUN $1 +5.7%
Instead of 20X EXTREME CASH! #1175 Buy instead 2× SNOW ME THE MONEY $2 + 1× FROSTY FUN $1 +2.6%
Instead of ONE-WORD CROSSWORD #1152 Buy instead 2× SNOW ME THE MONEY $2 + 1× FROSTY FUN $1 +1.7%
Instead of $500 FRENZY #1195 Buy instead 2× SNOW ME THE MONEY $2 + 1× FROSTY FUN $1 +0.3%
Instead of RUBY RED 7'S #1124 Buy instead 2× SNOW ME THE MONEY $2 + 1× FROSTY FUN $1 +0.2%

$10 2 of 10 have a cheaper combination worth more +2.5% avg

Instead of CASHWORD SUPREME #1169 Buy instead 2× SEASON'S GREETINGS $5 +2.9%
Instead of Instant Jackpot #3008 Buy instead 2× SEASON'S GREETINGS $5 +2.2%

$20 2 of 5 have a cheaper combination worth more +5.7% avg

Instead of WIN WIN WIN #1081 Buy instead 2× $1,000 FRENZY $10 +11.1%
Instead of $200,000 WINNING 7S #1160 Buy instead 2× $1,000 FRENZY $10 +0.3%

$30 2 of 2 have a cheaper combination worth more +6.4% avg

Instead of MONEY MAKER #1186 Buy instead 1× PLATINUM PAYOUT $20 + 1× $1,000 FRENZY $10 +7.5%
Instead of DIAMOND DELUXE #1153 Buy instead 1× PLATINUM PAYOUT $20 + 1× $1,000 FRENZY $10 +5.2%

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.

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