Place Bets Craps Calculator: Betting Numbers Directly (2026)
Place Bets Craps Calculator: Betting Your Number
Place bets let you bet directly on specific numbers (4, 5, 6, 8, 9, or 10) to hit before 7. Unlike pass line, you can make or remove place bets anytime. Our calculator reveals why Place 6/8 at 1.52% edge are among craps' best bets.
What Are Place Bets?
Place bets are wagers on specific point numbers (4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10) to be rolled before a 7. You can make place bets at any time—not just on the come-out. They pay different amounts based on each number's probability and can be taken down whenever you want.
Quick Answer: Place bets = bet a number hits before 7. Place 6/8: 7:6 payout, 1.52% edge (best). Place 5/9: 7:5 payout, 4.0% edge. Place 4/10: 9:5 payout, 6.67% edge. Bets can be added/removed anytime. Place 6/8 nearly as good as pass line. Working or off during come-out.
How to Use Our Calculator
Use the Place Bets Calculator →
Calculate odds for each place bet number.
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Select Number: 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, or 10
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View Probability: Win vs 7-out odds
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Check Payout: Offered odds
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Calculate True Odds: Fair payout
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See House Edge: Real cost
Input Fields Explained
| Field | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Place Number | Number bet | 6 |
| Ways to Win | Combinations | 5 ways |
| Ways to Lose | Seven combos | 6 ways |
| Payout | If number hits | 7:6 |
| True Odds | Fair payout | 6:5 |
| House Edge | True cost | 1.52% |
Place Bet Payouts
Place 6 and Place 8
The best place bets:
Ways to roll 6: 5 (1-5, 2-4, 3-3, 4-2, 5-1)
Ways to roll 7: 6
True odds: 6:5
Casino pays: 7:6
House edge: 1.52%
Bet in $6 increments
Win: $7 per $6 bet
Place 5 and Place 9
Middle value place bets:
Ways to roll 5: 4 (1-4, 2-3, 3-2, 4-1)
Ways to roll 7: 6
True odds: 6:4 = 3:2
Casino pays: 7:5
House edge: 4.0%
Bet in $5 increments
Win: $7 per $5 bet
Place 4 and Place 10
Worst place bets:
Ways to roll 4: 3 (1-3, 2-2, 3-1)
Ways to roll 7: 6
True odds: 6:3 = 2:1
Casino pays: 9:5
House edge: 6.67%
Bet in $5 increments
Win: $9 per $5 bet
Complete Comparison
All Place Bets
Place bet breakdown:
| Number | Ways | Payout | True Odds | Edge |
|--------|------|--------|-----------|------|
| 4 | 3 | 9:5 | 2:1 | 6.67% |
| 5 | 4 | 7:5 | 3:2 | 4.00% |
| 6 | 5 | 7:6 | 6:5 | 1.52% |
| 8 | 5 | 7:6 | 6:5 | 1.52% |
| 9 | 4 | 7:5 | 3:2 | 4.00% |
| 10 | 3 | 9:5 | 2:1 | 6.67% |
6 and 8 are best by far
vs Other Craps Bets
House edge comparison:
Don't Pass: 1.36%
Pass Line: 1.41%
Place 6/8: 1.52%
Place 5/9: 4.00%
Field (triple): 2.78%
Place 4/10: 6.67%
Place 6/8 nearly equals pass
Proper Bet Sizing
Correct Denominations
Bet sizing for correct payouts:
Place 6 or 8: Multiples of $6
($6, $12, $18, $24, $30...)
Place 5 or 9: Multiples of $5
($5, $10, $15, $20, $25...)
Place 4 or 10: Multiples of $5
($5, $10, $15, $20, $25...)
Wrong amounts = rounded down payout
Minimum Bets
Typical table minimums:
$5 minimum: Place 5, 9, 4, 10
$6 minimum: Place 6, 8
Some tables have higher mins
Ask before betting
Buy Bets Alternative
What Are Buy Bets?
Buy bets for 4 and 10:
Pay true odds (2:1)
But pay 5% commission
$20 Buy 4:
Commission: $1 (5%)
Win: $40 (true 2:1)
Effective edge: 4.76%
Better than Place 4/10 (6.67%)
When to Buy vs Place
Decision chart:
4 and 10:
Place = 6.67% edge
Buy = 4.76% edge
BUY IS BETTER
5 and 9:
Place = 4.0% edge
Buy = 4.76% edge
PLACE IS BETTER
6 and 8:
Place = 1.52% edge
Buy = 4.76% edge
PLACE IS BETTER
Real-World Examples
Example 1: Place 6 Win
Best value bet:
Bet: $12 Place 6
Rolls: 8, 5, 9, 4, 11...
Roll: 3-3 (Six!)
Result: WIN
Payout: $12 × (7/6) = $14
1.52% edge
Excellent value
Example 2: Place 8 Loss
Seven out:
Bet: $18 Place 8
Rolls: 5, 4, 10, 9...
Roll: 3-4 (Seven!)
Result: LOSE
Lose: $18
7 beats any place bet
1.52% edge still applies
Example 3: Across the Board
Multiple place bets:
Inside numbers:
$12 Place 6
$12 Place 8
$10 Place 5
$10 Place 9
Total: $44 across
Each hit pays:
6 or 8: $14
5 or 9: $14
Any 7: Lose $44
Risk vs reward trade-off
Example 4: Working Off
Come-out roll protection:
Your place bets: $60 across
Shooter makes point
Come-out roll coming
Call: "Off on my places"
Come-out: 7 (winner for pass)
Your places: Not affected
Turn back "working" after point set
Strategy Considerations
Best Strategy
Optimal place betting:
Focus on 6 and 8
1.52% edge is excellent
Comparable to pass line
Skip 4, 5, 9, 10
Higher edges
Buy 4/10 if you must
Working vs Off
During come-out:
Default: Place bets OFF
7 won't take your money
Can request "working"
Keeps bets active
Your choice
Taking Down Bets
Unique advantage:
Place bets can be removed
At any time, for any reason
No house permission needed
Unlike pass line
Which is a contract bet
Common Mistakes
1. Wrong Bet Sizing
Mistake: $5 on Place 6 Problem: Pays $5 instead of $5.83 Fix: Bet $6 increments
2. Placing 4/10
Mistake: Place bets on 4 or 10 Problem: 6.67% edge Fix: Buy them instead (4.76%)
3. Across When Point Is 6/8
Mistake: Full across when point is 6 Problem: Already have free odds available Fix: Don't duplicate exposure
4. Not Taking Down
Mistake: Riding cold streaks Problem: Place bets are voluntary Fix: Take down when shooter is cold
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best place bet?
Place 6 and Place 8 at 1.52% house edge. They're among the best bets on the entire craps table.
Should I buy instead of place?
Only for 4 and 10. Buy 4/10 = 4.76% edge vs Place 4/10 = 6.67%. For 5, 6, 8, 9—always place.
Can I remove place bets?
Yes, anytime. This is a key advantage over pass/don't pass which are contract bets.
What's "inside" and "outside"?
Inside = 5, 6, 8, 9 (closer to 7). Outside = 4, 10 (farther from 7). Inside has better odds.
Should I bet across?
Spreading across multiple numbers increases action but also total exposure. 6/8 only is mathematically optimal.
Do place bets work on come-out?
Default is off. Ask for "working" if you want them active. Most players turn them off.
Pro Tips
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Place 6/8 only: 1.52% is excellent
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Buy 4/10: Better than placing them
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Correct sizing: $6 for 6/8, $5 for others
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Turn off on come-out: Avoid 7 losses
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Take down option: Use when cold
Related Calculators
- Craps Odds Calculator - Main game
- Pass Line Calculator - Compare
- Come Bet Calculator - Similar bet
- Buy Bets Calculator - 4/10 comparison
- House Edge Calculator - Compare games
Conclusion
Place bets offer direct number betting with removable flexibility—and Place 6/8 at 1.52% edge rival pass line as craps' best bets. Our calculator reveals why 6 and 8 are optimal, while 4 and 10 are better as Buy bets.
Calculate Place Bet Odds Now →
That Place 6 paying 7:6 means $7 profit on every $6 bet with just 1.52% house edge. Our calculator shows why experienced craps players focus on 6 and 8.
