Idaho Scratchers Report — July 2026: Best Games, Trends & Strategies
Idaho scratch-off players have 33 active games to choose from in July 2026, led by Mountains of Cashword with a 99.9% payout rate. 8 new games launched this month.
Data period: July 2026 · 33 active games analyzed · Updated from official Idaho Lottery data
At a Glance
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Active Games | 33 |
| Games to Avoid (All Top Prizes Gone) | 0 games |
| New Releases | 8 games |
| Top Prizes at Risk (≤3 left) | 21 games |
| Prize Claim Deadline | 180 days |
| State Tax on Winnings | 6.5% state tax |
Note: Idaho lottery data does not include sufficient prize-tier detail to calculate ROI / EV. We rank games by payout percentage (portion of remaining prize pool relative to remaining tickets). Visit our live Idaho rankings for daily-updated data.
Top 10 Best Games
These Idaho scratch-off games are ranked by payout percentage (portion of remaining prize pool relative to remaining tickets).
| # | Game | Price | Payout % | Top Prize | Top Left |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mountains of Cashword | $5 | 99.9% | $50,000 | 2 |
| 2 | Mega Multiplier | $30 | 99.8% | $300,000 | 2 |
| 3 | Ninja Cashword Attack | $3 | 98.9% | $30,000 | 2 |
| 4 | Power Up Slingo | $5 | 96.3% | $50,000 | 2 |
| 5 | Pong | $2 | 94.3% | $10,000 | 2 |
| 6 | Huckleberry Bucks | $5 | 93.8% | $50,000 | 2 |
| 7 | Asteroids | $10 | 93.0% | $100,000 | 2 |
| 8 | Centipede | $5 | 91.1% | $50,000 | 2 |
| 9 | Bubbles Doubler | $2 | 88.6% | $10,000 | 2 |
| 10 | High Life | $50 | 82.6% | $1,000,000 | 2 |
Mountains of Cashword tops the Idaho rankings this month. With only 2 top prizes remaining, act quickly if this game interests you.
Top Prize Watch List
These games have 3 or fewer top prizes remaining worth $50,000+.
| Game | Price | Top Prize | Remaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Life | $50 | $1,000,000 | 2 |
| $1,000,000 King | $50 | $1,000,000 | 1 |
| Mega Multiplier | $30 | $300,000 | 2 |
| Galactic Cash | $30 | $300,000 | 1 |
| 20X The Cash | $20 | $200,000 | 2 |
| Crazy Bingo | $20 | $200,000 | 1 |
| Money In The Bank | $20 | $200,000 | 1 |
| 777 Jackpot | $20 | $177,777 | 2 |
| Asteroids | $10 | $100,000 | 2 |
| Fire & Ice Multiplier | $10 | $100,000 | 2 |
| Fat Wallet | $10 | $100,000 | 1 |
| Mystery Forest Cashword | $10 | $100,000 | 1 |
New Releases This Month
| Game | Price | Top Prize | Top Left |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asteroids | $10 | $100,000 | 2 |
| Power Up Slingo | $5 | $50,000 | 2 |
| Huckleberry Bucks | $5 | $50,000 | 2 |
| Centipede | $5 | $50,000 | 2 |
| Ninja Cashword Attack | $3 | $30,000 | 2 |
| Pong | $2 | $10,000 | 2 |
| Bubbles Doubler | $2 | $10,000 | 2 |
| Cherry 8s Doubler | $1 | $888 | 2 |
New games have full prize pools intact, making them worth considering for players who prefer untouched games.
Games by Price Tier
| Price | Games Available | Best Game |
|---|---|---|
| $50 | 2 | High Life |
| $30 | 2 | Mega Multiplier |
| $20 | 4 | 20X The Cash |
| $10 | 5 | Asteroids |
| $5 | 10 | Mountains of Cashword |
| $3 | 5 | Ninja Cashword Attack |
| $2 | 3 | Pong |
| $1 | 2 | Cherry 8s Doubler |
How to Use This Data
- Check live rankings before buying: Visit our Idaho Scratch-Off Rankings page for real-time data updated daily.
- Avoid games with all top prizes claimed — these have significantly reduced value.
- Watch the Top Prize Watch List: Games with 1 remaining top prize can drop in value overnight.
- Consider the combo strategy: Two cheaper tickets often beat one expensive one.
Related Resources
Disclaimer: This information is provided for educational purposes only. All data is sourced from official state lottery websites 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.
