Best Washington D.C. Scratch Off Tickets: Odds, Remaining Prizes & More
Find the best scratch-off tickets to buy in Washington D.C. right now. We rank all 75 active Washington D.C. 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
200X
20X the Cash
$1,000,000 Money Maker
Best Odds
300X
100X the Cash
Money
Top Prizes Claimed
Triple 777
MONOPOLY
Emerald Green 8s
300X
$30
100X the Cash
$20
Money
$20
200X
$20
200X
$20
Fortune
$20
Full of $5,000s
$20
DC 5 Scratcher
$5
Titanium 7s
$30
Red Hot 10s
$10
Money Mania
$10
Lightning 7s
$5
Triple 777
$10
Lucky
$5
Wild Cash
$5
Fab 5
$5
DC LOVE
$5
Winning Streak
$5
50X the Cash
$10
Extreme 500X Fortune
$50
$1,000,000 Money Maker
$30
Fire & Ice
$10
Ultimate Riches
$30
Money Bag Bonus
$10
$1,000 Loaded
$10
Snow Much Fun
$10
Electric Cash
$5
100X
$10
50X
$5
DC 4 Scratcher
$4
20X the Cash
$5
30X Crossword
$3
Washington Commanders
$10
15X Cashword
$3
Blackjack Tripler
$5
Mega Bucks
$5
50X
$5
LOTERIA™
$3
Celebrate America
$5
Boo Koo Bucks
$5
DC 3 Scratcher
$3
MONOPOLY
$10
Festive $250's
$5
Triple Red 777's
$10
Strike It Rich
$5
Lady Luck
$5
Cash King
$10
High Voltage Bingo
$3
$100 Grand
$10
Diamond Dollars
$10
Twisted Treasure
$3
Win! It! All!
$5
Washington Commanders Raise Hail
$5
Washington Commanders
$5
Emerald Green 8s
$5
$500 MAYHEM
$5
Bonus Pay
$5
Frosty Fun
$1
Black Pearls
$5
Double Cash Doubler
$5
Ca$h Tastic Doubler
$5
MONOPOLY
$5
Break the Bank
$5
$100 Loaded!
$2
Triple Dynamite 777
$2
$50 Loaded!
$1
Money Rush
$5
$100 MAYHEM
$2
Commanders First Down Doubler
$2
Lady Luck Doubler
$2
Double Deuces
$2
2025
$2
20X The Cash
$2
Easy Money
$2
Ultimate Blowout
$10
Instead of this ticket, consider:
1× 200X ($20)
2× 20X the Cash ($5)
43.5% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $680,000 remaining.
Should You Play 300X Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
4× 20X the Cash ($5)
40.3% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $250,000 remaining.
Should You Play 100X the Cash Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
4× 20X the Cash ($5)
37.2% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 3 top prize ticket(s) of $250,000 remaining.
Should You Play Money Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $250,000 remaining.
Should You Play 200X Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
4× 20X the Cash ($5)
46.6% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $250,000 remaining.
Should You Play 200X Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
4× 20X the Cash ($5)
31.2% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $250,000 remaining.
Should You Play Fortune Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
4× 20X the Cash ($5)
31.5% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $250,000 remaining.
Should You Play Full of $5,000s Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $55,000 remaining.
Should You Play DC 5 Scratcher Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
1× 200X ($20)
2× 20X the Cash ($5)
45.1% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $1,000,000 remaining.
Should You Play Titanium 7s Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× 20X the Cash ($5)
44.5% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $100,000 remaining.
Should You Play Red Hot 10s Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× 20X the Cash ($5)
50.9% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $100,000 remaining.
Should You Play Money Mania Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $50,000 remaining.
Should You Play Lightning 7s Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play Triple 777 Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $50,000 remaining.
Should You Play Lucky Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $50,000 remaining.
Should You Play Wild Cash Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
1× LOTERIA™ ($3)
1× Triple Dynamite 777 ($2)
0.4% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $50,000 remaining.
Should You Play Fab 5 Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $50,000 remaining.
Should You Play DC LOVE Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
1× LOTERIA™ ($3)
1× Triple Dynamite 777 ($2)
0.5% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $50,000 remaining.
Should You Play Winning Streak Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× 20X the Cash ($5)
39.5% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $100,000 remaining.
Should You Play 50X the Cash Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× 200X ($20)
2× 20X the Cash ($5)
56.8% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $1,520,000 remaining.
Should You Play Extreme 500X Fortune Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
1× 200X ($20)
2× 20X the Cash ($5)
41.9% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $680,000 remaining.
Should You Play $1,000,000 Money Maker Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× 20X the Cash ($5)
36.8% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $100,000 remaining.
Should You Play Fire & Ice Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
1× 200X ($20)
2× 20X the Cash ($5)
48.1% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $680,000 remaining.
Should You Play Ultimate Riches Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× 20X the Cash ($5)
47.6% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $100,000 remaining.
Should You Play Money Bag Bonus Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× 20X the Cash ($5)
41.8% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $100,000 remaining.
Should You Play $1,000 Loaded Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× 20X the Cash ($5)
51.0% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $100,000 remaining.
Should You Play Snow Much Fun Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $50,000 remaining.
Should You Play Electric Cash Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× 20X the Cash ($5)
37.1% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $100,000 remaining.
Should You Play 100X Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $50,000 remaining.
Should You Play 50X Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $45,000 remaining.
Should You Play DC 4 Scratcher Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $50,000 remaining.
Should You Play 20X the Cash Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $30,000 remaining.
Should You Play 30X Crossword Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× 20X the Cash ($5)
46.7% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $100,000 remaining.
Should You Play Washington Commanders Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $30,000 remaining.
Should You Play 15X Cashword Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $50,000 remaining.
Should You Play Blackjack Tripler Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $50,000 remaining.
Should You Play Mega Bucks Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $50,000 remaining.
Should You Play 50X Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $30,000 remaining.
Should You Play LOTERIA™ Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 502 top prize ticket(s) of $250 remaining.
Should You Play Celebrate America Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $25,000 remaining.
Should You Play Boo Koo Bucks Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $35,000 remaining.
Should You Play DC 3 Scratcher Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play MONOPOLY Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 370 top prize ticket(s) of $250 remaining.
Should You Play Festive $250's Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× 20X the Cash ($5)
48.0% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $100,000 remaining.
Should You Play Triple Red 777's Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $50,000 remaining.
Should You Play Strike It Rich Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
1× LOTERIA™ ($3)
1× Triple Dynamite 777 ($2)
0.1% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $50,000 remaining.
Should You Play Lady Luck Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× 20X the Cash ($5)
52.6% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $100,000 remaining.
Should You Play Cash King Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $20,000 remaining.
Should You Play High Voltage Bingo Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× 20X the Cash ($5)
43.8% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $100,000 remaining.
Should You Play $100 Grand Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× 20X the Cash ($5)
48.3% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $100,000 remaining.
Should You Play Diamond Dollars Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
1× Triple Dynamite 777 ($2)
1× $50 Loaded! ($1)
2.3% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $30,000 remaining.
Should You Play Twisted Treasure Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $50,000 remaining.
Should You Play Win! It! All! Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $50,000 remaining.
Should You Play Washington Commanders Raise Hail Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $75,000 remaining.
Should You Play Washington Commanders Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play Emerald Green 8s Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 150 top prize ticket(s) of $500 remaining.
Should You Play $500 MAYHEM Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
1× LOTERIA™ ($3)
1× Triple Dynamite 777 ($2)
1.2% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $50,000 remaining.
Should You Play Bonus Pay Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play Frosty Fun Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
1× LOTERIA™ ($3)
1× Triple Dynamite 777 ($2)
0.0% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $50,000 remaining.
Should You Play Black Pearls Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $50,000 remaining.
Should You Play Double Cash Doubler Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $50,000 remaining.
Should You Play Ca$h Tastic Doubler Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $50,000 remaining.
Should You Play MONOPOLY Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play Break the Bank Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $5,000 remaining.
Should You Play $100 Loaded! Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $7,777 remaining.
Should You Play Triple Dynamite 777 Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $1,000 remaining.
Should You Play $50 Loaded! Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 2 top prize ticket(s) of $50,000 remaining.
Should You Play Money Rush Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 147 top prize ticket(s) of $100 remaining.
Should You Play $100 MAYHEM Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $10,000 remaining.
Should You Play Commanders First Down Doubler Right Now?
All top prize tickets have been claimed. The highest-value prizes are no longer available.
Should You Play Lady Luck Doubler Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $5,000 remaining.
Should You Play Double Deuces Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 3 top prize ticket(s) of $2,025 remaining.
Should You Play 2025 Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $5,000 remaining.
Should You Play 20X The Cash Right Now?
Top prizes are still available! There are 1 top prize ticket(s) of $5,000 remaining.
Should You Play Easy Money Right Now?
Instead of this ticket, consider:
2× 20X the Cash ($5)
47.5% better expected value
Top prizes are still available! There are 183 top prize ticket(s) of $500 remaining.
Should You Play Ultimate Blowout Right Now?
Prize Activity Summary
Over the past 31 days, scratch-off games in this state paid out approximately $1.6 million in prizes, averaging $50,235 per day across 75 active games. The overall prize pool decreased by 3.2% during this period, with 94,057 individual prizes claimed across all tiers. Extreme 500X Fortune leads in prize activity with $161,000 claimed ($50 ticket). Only 1 top prize remains. Titanium 7s follows with $96,020 in claims, with only 2 top prizes remaining.
Smart Combo Strategies by Price Tier
Our analysis found that some Washington D.C. 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.
| Price Tier | Games Improved | Avg EV Improvement | Best Combo Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| $3 | 1 of 6 games (16.7%) | +2.3% | 1x Triple Dynamite 777 ($2) + 1x $50 Loaded! ($1) |
| $5 | 5 of 30 games (16.7%) | +0.4% | 1x LOTERIA™ ($3) + 1x Triple Dynamite 777 ($2) |
| $10 | 14 of 16 games (87.5%) | +45.4% | 2x 20X the Cash ($5) |
| $20 | 5 of 6 games (83.3%) | +37.4% | 4x 20X the Cash ($5) |
| $30 | 4 of 4 games (100.0%) | +44.6% | 1x 200X ($20) + 2x 20X the Cash ($5) |
| $50 | 1 of 1 games (100.0%) | +56.8% | 2x 200X ($20) + 2x 20X the Cash ($5) |
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.
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 Washington D.C. 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 Washington D.C. 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 Washington D.C. Scratchers
- Focus on Washington D.C. 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 Washington D.C. Scratch-Off Insights
There are currently 2 Washington D.C. scratch-off games with positive ROI.
There are currently 6 games with all top prizes claimed.
22 games are approaching their end dates.
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 Washington D.C.?
Our data shows that lottery scratchers with the highest ROI give you the best chance among Washington D.C. instant win games. Use the Best Value tab above to see the current top performers.
Why Play Washington D.C. Scratch Offs?
The Washington D.C. 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 Washington D.C. scratchers with positive ROI right now?
Yes — check the Best Value tab. There are currently 2 positive ROI games available.
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 Washington D.C.). 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 Washington D.C.?
Right now, 20X the Cash leads the $5 category with 3.69:1 overall odds and +8.4% 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 Washington D.C.?
For $10 players, Fire & Ice currently offers the best value with 3.46:1 odds and -20.8% ROI. 2 top prizes of $100,000 remain.
What are the best $20 scratch-off tickets in Washington D.C.?
At the $20 price point, 200X is the top pick with 3.11:1 odds and +22.5% ROI. Top prize: $250,000 with 2 remaining.
Which Washington D.C. scratch-off wins the most?
Right now, 200X ($20 ticket) is the top performer in Washington D.C. based on expected return on investment (+22.5% ROI). It has 2 top prizes of $250,000 still available. This changes daily as prizes are claimed — use the Best Value tab above for the current rankings.
Which Washington D.C. scratch-offs should I avoid?
Avoid games where all top prizes have been claimed — there are currently 6 such games still on shelves in Washington D.C.. 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 Washington D.C. 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 Washington D.C. 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 Washington D.C. 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.
