Best Illinois Scratch Off Tickets: Odds, Remaining Prizes & More

Data last updated: July 13, 2026

Find the best scratch-off tickets to buy in Illinois right now. We rank all 55 active Illinois 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

Millionaire Club

Millionaire Club

Ticket Price: $50
ROI: -17.3%
Top ROI among all 55 active games
$2,000,000 Celebration

$2,000,000 Celebration

Ticket Price: $20
ROI: -18.0%
#2 ROI — strong value at the $20 price point
$10,000,000 Bankroll

$10,000,000 Bankroll

Ticket Price: $50
ROI: -18.4%
#3 ROI — solid pick if top games sell out

Best Odds

$1,000,000 Crossword 50X

$1,000,000 Crossword 50X

Ticket Price: $25
Overall Odds: 1 in 2.96
Best odds in the state — highest chance of winning any prize
$1,000,000 Crossword 50X

$1,000,000 Crossword 50X

Ticket Price: $25
Overall Odds: 1 in 2.97
#2 odds — $25 ticket, 1 top prizes left
$2,000,000 Cashfall

$2,000,000 Cashfall

Ticket Price: $20
Overall Odds: 1 in 3.16
#3 odds — 0 top prizes still available

Top Prizes Claimed

$2,000,000 Cashfall

$2,000,000 Cashfall

Top Prize: $1,200,0000 remaining
Next Prize: $50,000 — 1 remaining
$250,000 Crossword

$250,000 Crossword

Top Prize: $250,0000 remaining
Next Prize: $25,000 — 2 remaining
Ultimate Bonus Payout

Ultimate Bonus Payout

Top Prize: $600,0000 remaining
Next Prize: $5,000 — 9 remaining
55 games
💡 Better combo available
$1,000,000 Crossword 50X

$1,000,000 Crossword 50X

$25
Top Prize $1,000,000
Top Prizes Left 5
Overall Odds 1 in 2.96
💡 Better combo available
$1,000,000 Crossword 50X

$1,000,000 Crossword 50X

$25
Top Prize $1,000,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 2.97
⚠️ All Top Prizes Claimed
💡 Better combo available
$2,000,000 Cashfall

$2,000,000 Cashfall

$20
Top Prize $1,200,000
Top Prizes Left 0
Overall Odds 1 in 3.16
$2,000,000 Celebration

$2,000,000 Celebration

$20
Top Prize $1,200,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 3.16
💡 Better combo available
200X the Cash

200X the Cash

$30
Top Prize $1,800,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 3.18
💡 Better combo available
$3 Million Vault

$3 Million Vault

$20
Top Prize $1,800,000
Top Prizes Left 3
Overall Odds 1 in 3.20
💡 Better combo available
Royal Riches

Royal Riches

$30
Top Prize $1,800,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.35
💡 Better combo available
$100,000,000 Ca$h Spectacular!

$100,000,000 Ca$h Spectacular!

$10
Top Prize $500,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 3.49
Bonus Word Crossword

Bonus Word Crossword

$3
Top Prize $50,000
Top Prizes Left 8
Overall Odds 1 in 3.49
💡 Better combo available
$2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe

$2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe

$20
Top Prize $1,200,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 3.55
$40 Million Mega Bucks

$40 Million Mega Bucks

$10
Top Prize $600,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 3.57
💡 Better combo available
100X Xtra

100X Xtra

$20
Top Prize $1,200,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.58
💡 Better combo available
Millionaire 7

Millionaire 7

$10
Top Prize $600,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.59
Golden Casino

Golden Casino

$10
Top Prize $600,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 3.63
Diamonds

Diamonds

$10
Top Prize $1,200,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.63
50X Xtra

50X Xtra

$10
Top Prize $600,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 3.64
💡 Better combo available
Money Match

Money Match

$10
Top Prize $600,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 3.65
💡 Better combo available
$250,000 Crossword

$250,000 Crossword

$10
Top Prize $250,000
Top Prizes Left 20
Overall Odds 1 in 3.69
⚠️ All Top Prizes Claimed
💡 Better combo available
$250,000 Crossword

$250,000 Crossword

$10
Top Prize $250,000
Top Prizes Left 0
Overall Odds 1 in 3.70
💡 Better combo available
Double the Luck

Double the Luck

$20
Top Prize $1,800,000
Top Prizes Left 3
Overall Odds 1 in 3.71
💡 Better combo available
King Crossword

King Crossword

$3
Top Prize $50,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 3.73
Gold Rush Supreme

Gold Rush Supreme

$10
Top Prize $100,000
Top Prizes Left 9
Overall Odds 1 in 3.81
⚠️ All Top Prizes Claimed
💡 Better combo available
Ultimate Bonus Payout

Ultimate Bonus Payout

$10
Top Prize $600,000
Top Prizes Left 0
Overall Odds 1 in 3.85
Loteria™

Loteria™

$3
Top Prize $80,000
Top Prizes Left 3
Overall Odds 1 in 3.85
💡 Better combo available
$2,000,000 Maximum Multiplier

$2,000,000 Maximum Multiplier

$20
Top Prize $1,200,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 3.85
💡 Better combo available
$100,000 Crossword

$100,000 Crossword

$5
Top Prize $100,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 3.92
$100,000 Crossword

$100,000 Crossword

$5
Top Prize $100,000
Top Prizes Left 12
Overall Odds 1 in 3.93
7X Bingo Multiplier

7X Bingo Multiplier

$5
Top Prize $200,000
Top Prizes Left 3
Overall Odds 1 in 3.99
💡 Better combo available
Cash Lines

Cash Lines

$3
Top Prize $80,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 4.08
💡 Better combo available
$10,000,000 Bankroll

$10,000,000 Bankroll

$50
Top Prize $6,000,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 4.08
$1,000,000 Ca$h Cha$er

$1,000,000 Ca$h Cha$er

$10
Top Prize $600,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 4.15
⚠️ All Top Prizes Claimed
💡 Better combo available
Triple Dynamite 777

Triple Dynamite 777

$2
Top Prize $25,000
Top Prizes Left 0
Overall Odds 1 in 4.20
Onyx

Onyx

$5
Top Prize $600,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 4.20
Millionaire Club

Millionaire Club

$50
Top Prize $600,000
Top Prizes Left 28
Overall Odds 1 in 4.20
Power Up! Multiplier

Power Up! Multiplier

$5
Top Prize $400,000
Top Prizes Left 3
Overall Odds 1 in 4.24
25X Xtra

25X Xtra

$5
Top Prize $500,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 4.28
Electric Cash

Electric Cash

$5
Top Prize $400,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 4.28
💡 Better combo available
10X the Cash

10X the Cash

$2
Top Prize $50,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 4.30
Emerald 7s

Emerald 7s

$5
Top Prize $400,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 4.31
More Money

More Money

$5
Top Prize $400,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 4.33
⚠️ All Top Prizes Claimed
💡 Better combo available
Diamond Slingo

Diamond Slingo

$3
Top Prize $80,000
Top Prizes Left 0
Overall Odds 1 in 4.35
9s in a Line

9s in a Line

$5
Top Prize $299,999
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 4.44
Monopoly™

Monopoly™

$2
Top Prize $20,000
Top Prizes Left 4
Overall Odds 1 in 4.45
10X® Xtra

10X® Xtra

$2
Top Prize $50,000
Top Prizes Left 3
Overall Odds 1 in 4.45
💡 Better combo available
Rubies

Rubies

$2
Top Prize $100,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 4.49
Loose Change® Boost

Loose Change® Boost

$1
Top Prize $1,000
Top Prizes Left 17
Overall Odds 1 in 4.76
7-11-21®

7-11-21®

$1
Top Prize $3,000
Top Prizes Left 47
Overall Odds 1 in 4.80
5X Xtra

5X Xtra

$1
Top Prize $20,000
Top Prizes Left 3
Overall Odds 1 in 4.97
Emeralds

Emeralds

$1
Top Prize $50,000
Top Prizes Left 3
Overall Odds 1 in 4.97
In the Money

In the Money

$5
Top Prize $400,000
Top Prizes Left 1
Overall Odds 1 in 4.99
Money Rush

Money Rush

$5
Top Prize $400,000
Top Prizes Left 2
Overall Odds 1 in 5.23
Super Cash Blowout

Super Cash Blowout

$5
Top Prize $200
Top Prizes Left 687
Overall Odds 1 in 5.73
💡 Better combo available
Blowout X

Blowout X

$30
Top Prize $3,000
Top Prizes Left 1,133
Overall Odds 1 in 6.91
💡 Better combo available
Amazing Bonus Blowout

Amazing Bonus Blowout

$10
Top Prize $500
Top Prizes Left 6,334
Overall Odds 1 in 9.49
💡 Better combo available
Maximum Money Blowout

Maximum Money Blowout

$20
Top Prize $2,000
Top Prizes Left 122
Overall Odds 1 in 9.60
Last updated: July 13, 2026

📚 Illinois Guides & Resources

Smart Combo Strategies by Price Tier

Our analysis found that some Illinois 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 16.7% more expected value by buying 2x $1,000,000 Ca$h Cha$er ($10) instead.
Price Tier Games Improved Avg EV Improvement Best Combo Example
$2 3 of 5 games (60.0%) +3.3% 2x Emeralds ($1)
$3 3 of 5 games (60.0%) +4.3% 1x 10X® Xtra ($2) + 1x Emeralds ($1)
$5 1 of 13 games (7.7%) +3.4% 1x Bonus Word Crossword ($3) + 1x 10X® Xtra ($2)
$10 7 of 13 games (53.8%) +5.3% 2x Emerald 7s ($5)
$20 7 of 8 games (87.5%) +4.4% 2x $1,000,000 Ca$h Cha$er ($10)
$25 2 of 2 games (100.0%) +4.7% 1x $2,000,000 Celebration ($20) + 1x Emerald 7s ($5)
$30 3 of 3 games (100.0%) +1.9% 1x $2,000,000 Celebration ($20) + 1x $1,000,000 Ca$h Cha$er ($10)
$50 1 of 2 games (50.0%) +0.3% 2x $2,000,000 Celebration ($20) + 1x $1,000,000 Ca$h Cha$er ($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
$10,000,000 Bankroll — EV: $40.81
→ Instead, buy: 2x $2,000,000 Celebration ($20) + 1x $1,000,000 Ca$h Cha$er ($10)
Combo EV: $40.93 — 0.3% better
$30 Games
Blowout X — EV: $23.94
→ Instead, buy: 1x $2,000,000 Celebration ($20) + 1x $1,000,000 Ca$h Cha$er ($10)
Combo EV: $24.53 — 2.5% better
200X the Cash — EV: $23.95
→ Instead, buy: 1x $2,000,000 Celebration ($20) + 1x $1,000,000 Ca$h Cha$er ($10)
Combo EV: $24.53 — 2.4% better
Royal Riches — EV: $24.36
→ Instead, buy: 1x $2,000,000 Celebration ($20) + 1x $1,000,000 Ca$h Cha$er ($10)
Combo EV: $24.53 — 0.7% better
$25 Games
$1,000,000 Crossword 50X — EV: $19.16
→ Instead, buy: 1x $2,000,000 Celebration ($20) + 1x Emerald 7s ($5)
Combo EV: $20.16 — 5.2% better
$1,000,000 Crossword 50X — EV: $19.35
→ Instead, buy: 1x $2,000,000 Celebration ($20) + 1x Emerald 7s ($5)
Combo EV: $20.16 — 4.2% better
$20 Games
$2,000,000 Cashfall — EV: $13.93
→ Instead, buy: 2x $1,000,000 Ca$h Cha$er ($10)
Combo EV: $16.25 — 16.7% better
→ Instead, buy: 2x $1,000,000 Ca$h Cha$er ($10)
Combo EV: $16.25 — 4.5% better
$2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe — EV: $15.68
→ Instead, buy: 2x $1,000,000 Ca$h Cha$er ($10)
Combo EV: $16.25 — 3.7% better
100X Xtra — EV: $15.74
→ Instead, buy: 2x $1,000,000 Ca$h Cha$er ($10)
Combo EV: $16.25 — 3.3% better
$3 Million Vault — EV: $15.98
→ Instead, buy: 2x $1,000,000 Ca$h Cha$er ($10)
Combo EV: $16.25 — 1.7% better
Maximum Money Blowout — EV: $16.10
→ Instead, buy: 2x $1,000,000 Ca$h Cha$er ($10)
Combo EV: $16.25 — 1.0% better
Double the Luck — EV: $16.24
→ Instead, buy: 2x $1,000,000 Ca$h Cha$er ($10)
Combo EV: $16.25 — 0.1% better
$10 Games
→ Instead, buy: 2x Emerald 7s ($5)
Combo EV: $7.51 — 11.3% better
$250,000 Crossword — EV: $6.77
→ Instead, buy: 2x Emerald 7s ($5)
Combo EV: $7.51 — 10.9% better
Ultimate Bonus Payout — EV: $6.84
→ Instead, buy: 2x Emerald 7s ($5)
Combo EV: $7.51 — 9.7% better
Money Match — EV: $7.22
→ Instead, buy: 2x Emerald 7s ($5)
Combo EV: $7.51 — 4.0% better
Millionaire 7 — EV: $7.44
→ Instead, buy: 2x Emerald 7s ($5)
Combo EV: $7.51 — 0.9% better
$250,000 Crossword — EV: $7.47
→ Instead, buy: 2x Emerald 7s ($5)
Combo EV: $7.51 — 0.5% better
Amazing Bonus Blowout — EV: $7.50
→ Instead, buy: 2x Emerald 7s ($5)
Combo EV: $7.51 — 0.1% better
$5 Games
$100,000 Crossword — EV: $3.30
→ Instead, buy: 1x Bonus Word Crossword ($3) + 1x 10X® Xtra ($2)
Combo EV: $3.41 — 3.4% better
$3 Games
King Crossword — EV: $1.84
→ Instead, buy: 1x 10X® Xtra ($2) + 1x Emeralds ($1)
Combo EV: $2.00 — 8.6% better
Diamond Slingo — EV: $1.95
→ Instead, buy: 1x 10X® Xtra ($2) + 1x Emeralds ($1)
Combo EV: $2.00 — 2.6% better
Cash Lines — EV: $1.97
→ Instead, buy: 1x 10X® Xtra ($2) + 1x Emeralds ($1)
Combo EV: $2.00 — 1.7% better
$2 Games
Triple Dynamite 777 — EV: $1.23
→ Instead, buy: 2x Emeralds ($1)
Combo EV: $1.32 — 7.7% better
Rubies — EV: $1.31
→ Instead, buy: 2x Emeralds ($1)
Combo EV: $1.32 — 1.1% better
10X the Cash — EV: $1.31
→ Instead, buy: 2x Emeralds ($1)
Combo EV: $1.32 — 1.1% 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 Illinois 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 Illinois 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 Illinois Scratchers

  • Focus on Illinois 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).
  • Avoid games where all top prizes have been claimed — their ROI drops significantly.
  • 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 Illinois Scratch-Off Insights

There are currently 5 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 Illinois?

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

Why Play Illinois Scratch Offs?

The Illinois 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 Illinois 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 Illinois).

What are the best $5 scratch-off tickets in Illinois?

Right now, Emerald 7s leads the $5 category with 4.31:1 overall odds and -24.9% ROI. It has 1 top prizes remaining. Use the price filter above to see all $5 games ranked.

What are the best $10 scratch-off tickets in Illinois?

For $10 players, $1,000,000 Ca$h Cha$er currently offers the best value with 4.15:1 odds and -18.7% ROI. 1 top prizes of $600,000 remain.

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

At the $20 price point, $2,000,000 Celebration is the top pick with 3.16:1 odds and -18.0% ROI. Top prize: $1,200,000 with 1 remaining.

Which Illinois scratch-off wins the most?

Right now, Millionaire Club ($50 ticket) is the top performer in Illinois based on expected return on investment (-17.3% ROI). It has 28 top prizes of $600,000 still available. This changes daily as prizes are claimed — use the Best Value tab above for the current rankings.

Which Illinois scratch-offs should I avoid?

Avoid games where all top prizes have been claimed — there are currently 5 such games still on shelves in Illinois. 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.

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