Proposition Bets Craps Calculator: The Center Bet Trap

Proposition bets in craps—the flashy center bets like Any Seven, Any Craps, and Yo Eleven—offer the highest payouts at the table. Our calculator reveals why these one-roll bets carry 9-16% house edges that make them the worst wagers in craps.

What Are Proposition Bets?

Proposition bets are one-roll wagers in craps that win or lose on the very next roll. They're located in the center of the table and include bets like Any Seven (7 on next roll), Any Craps (2, 3, or 12), specific numbers like Yo (11), and hop bets on specific dice combinations.

Quick Answer: Prop bets = one-roll center bets. Any Seven: 4:1 payout, 16.67% edge. Any Craps: 7:1 payout, 11.11% edge. Yo (11): 15:1 payout, 11.11% edge. Aces/Boxcars: 30:1 payout, 13.89% edge. All resolve in one roll. Worst craps bets. Entertainment only.

How to Use Our Calculator

Use the Proposition Bets Calculator →

Calculate odds for all center bets.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Select Prop Bet: Any Seven, Yo, etc.

2. View Probability: Win chance

3. Check Payout: Offered odds

4. Calculate True Odds: Fair payout

5. See House Edge: Real cost

Input Fields Explained

Field	Description	Example
Bet Type	Proposition selected	Any Seven
Win Ways	Dice combinations	6 ways
Probability	Win percentage	16.67%
Payout	If win	4:1
True Odds	Fair payout	5:1
House Edge	True cost	16.67%

Common Proposition Bets

Any Seven

Bet on 7 appearing:

Win combinations: 6
(1-6, 2-5, 3-4, 4-3, 5-2, 6-1)

Probability: 6/36 = 16.67%
Payout: 4:1
True odds: 5:1

House edge: 16.67%
WORST BET IN CRAPS

Any Craps

Bet on 2, 3, or 12:

Win combinations: 4
2: 1 way (1-1)
3: 2 ways (1-2, 2-1)
12: 1 way (6-6)

Probability: 4/36 = 11.11%
Payout: 7:1
True odds: 8:1

House edge: 11.11%

Yo Eleven

Bet on 11:

Win combinations: 2
(5-6, 6-5)

Probability: 2/36 = 5.56%
Payout: 15:1
True odds: 17:1

House edge: 11.11%

Aces (Snake Eyes)

Bet on 2:

Win combinations: 1
(1-1 only)

Probability: 1/36 = 2.78%
Payout: 30:1
True odds: 35:1

House edge: 13.89%

Boxcars (Midnight)

Bet on 12:

Win combinations: 1
(6-6 only)

Probability: 1/36 = 2.78%
Payout: 30:1
True odds: 35:1

House edge: 13.89%

Hi-Lo

Bet on 2 or 12:

Win combinations: 2
2: 1 way (1-1)
12: 1 way (6-6)

Probability: 2/36 = 5.56%
Payout: 15:1
True odds: 17:1

House edge: 11.11%

C and E (Craps-Eleven)

Split bet on craps or 11:

Craps (2,3,12): 4 ways
Eleven: 2 ways

If craps: 3:1
If 11: 7:1

House edge: 11.11%
Split proposition bet

Hop Bets

What Are Hops?

Hop bets = specific dice combo:

Example: "Hop the 3-2"
Win only if exactly 3-2 appears
(Not 2-3, not 5 other way)

Two types:
Easy hop: Different numbers
Hard hop: Doubles

Easy Hop

Non-matching dice:

Example: Hop 3-2
Probability: 2/36 = 5.56%
(3-2 or 2-3)

Payout: 15:1
True odds: 17:1

House edge: 11.11%

Hard Hop

Matching dice (doubles):

Example: Hop 3-3
Probability: 1/36 = 2.78%
(Only 3-3)

Payout: 30:1
True odds: 35:1

House edge: 13.89%

Complete Edge Comparison

All Prop Bets Ranked

House edge ranking:

| Bet | Probability | Payout | Edge |
|-----|-------------|--------|------|
| Any Seven | 16.67% | 4:1 | 16.67% |
| Aces | 2.78% | 30:1 | 13.89% |
| Boxcars | 2.78% | 30:1 | 13.89% |
| Hard hop | 2.78% | 30:1 | 13.89% |
| Any Craps | 11.11% | 7:1 | 11.11% |
| Yo Eleven | 5.56% | 15:1 | 11.11% |
| Hi-Lo | 5.56% | 15:1 | 11.11% |
| Easy hop | 5.56% | 15:1 | 11.11% |

All terrible bets
Any Seven is worst

vs Regular Craps Bets

Why props are bad:

Pass Line: 1.41%
Don't Pass: 1.36%
Place 6/8: 1.52%
Field (triple): 2.78%
Any Seven: 16.67%

Props are 6-12× worse
Than basic craps bets

Real-World Examples

Example 1: Any Seven Win

Lucky roll:

Bet: $5 on Any Seven
Roll: 4-3 (Seven!)

Result: WIN

Payout: $5 × 4 = $20

Looks good!
But 16.67% edge
Will lose long-term

Example 2: Any Seven Loss

Typical result:

Bet: $5 on Any Seven
Roll: 3-5 (Eight)

Result: LOSE

Lose: $5

83.33% of rolls
Expected outcome

Example 3: Yo Eleven

Horn bet hit:

Bet: $5 on Yo (11)
Roll: 5-6 (Eleven!)

Result: WIN

Payout: $5 × 15 = $75

Exciting payout
5.56% probability
~94% of time you lose $5

Example 4: Session Reality

100 prop bets:

$5 Any Seven × 100 = $500 wagered

Expected wins: ~17
Expected losses: ~83

Win: 17 × $20 = $340
Lose: 83 × $5 = $415

Net: -$75

Expected loss: $500 × 16.67% = $83
High variance but losing

Why Casinos Love Props

Visibility

Center table placement:

Eye-catching position
Stickman promotes them
"Yo for the dealers!"
Social pressure to bet

Fast Action

One-roll resolution:

Win or lose immediately
No waiting for points
Quick dopamine hit
Encourages more bets

High Edge

Casino profit margin:

Pass line: $1.41 per $100
Any Seven: $16.67 per $100

12× more profitable
For same wager amount

Common Mistakes

1. Regular Prop Betting

Mistake: Props every roll Problem: 11-16% edge adds up fast Fix: Rare or never

2. Hedging with Props

Mistake: Any Seven to "protect" pass Problem: Adds expected loss Fix: Just bet pass line

3. Following Stickman Calls

Mistake: "Yo for the dealers!" Problem: Social pressure to bad bets Fix: Tip dealers directly instead

4. Chasing Big Payouts

Mistake: 30:1 looks profitable Problem: True odds are 35:1 Fix: Understand the math gap

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the worst craps bet?

Any Seven at 16.67% house edge. It's the single worst wager on the craps table.

Are all prop bets one-roll?

Yes. All resolve on the next roll. Win or lose immediately—no ongoing action.

What's a horn bet?

A single bet split between 2, 3, 11, and 12. Typically requires $4 (or multiples). Combined edge around 12.5%.

Are hops the same as props?

Hops are a type of prop bet—betting on a specific dice combination like 3-2 or 4-4.

Should I ever bet props?

Only as tiny entertainment bets ($1) on rare occasions. Never as part of strategy.

Why do people bet Any Seven?

The 7 is most common roll. But payout (4:1) doesn't match probability (16.67%). People confuse frequency with profitability.

Pro Tips

• Any Seven = worst bet: 16.67% edge

• One-roll resolution: No staying power

• 11-16% edges: 6-12× worse than pass line

• Props are profit centers: Casinos love them

• $1 max if any: Entertainment expense only

Related Calculators

• Craps Odds Calculator - Main game
• Pass Line Calculator - Better bet
• Hardway Bets Calculator - Multi-roll props
• Field Bet Calculator - Compare
• House Edge Calculator - Compare games

Conclusion

Proposition bets offer craps' highest payouts—30:1 for Aces!—but our calculator reveals the 11-16% house edges that make them the table's worst wagers. Any Seven's 16.67% edge means you're giving up six times more than a simple pass line bet.

Calculate Proposition Bet Odds Now →

That "Yo Eleven!" paying 15:1 sounds exciting, but true odds are 17:1. Our calculator shows why prop bets should be dollar entertainment, not strategy.