Pick 3/4/5/6 Lottery Odds Calculator
Calculate odds for Pick lottery games
Straight = Range^Pick, Box = Straight ÷ WaysGame Configuration
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Usually 10 (digits 0-9)
Enter your numbers to calculate box ways based on repeated digits
Pick 3 Odds
Your winning probabilities
All Play Types Comparison
| Play Type | Odds | Est. Payout ($1) | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straight | 1 in 1.0K | $500 | $1 |
| Box (6-way) | 1 in 167 | $83 | $1 |
| Straight/Box | 1 in 167 | $83 - $500 | $2 |
| Combo | 1 in 167 | $500 | $6 |
Total Combinations
1,000
Box Ways
6
Digit Pattern
1-1-1
Your Selection
Straight
Common Pick Game Scenarios
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Quick Answer
TL;DR summary
Pick lottery odds depend on the game type. Pick 3 Straight: 1 in 1,000. Pick 3 Box (all different digits): 1 in 167. Pick 4 Straight: 1 in 10,000. Pick 4 Box: 1 in 417. Box plays improve odds but reduce payouts. Straight means exact order, Box means any order, Combo covers all possible arrangements.
Key Facts About Pick Lotteries
Important things to know
- Pick 3 Straight odds: 1 in 1,000 (payout ~$500)
- Pick 3 Box (6-way): 1 in 167 (payout ~$80)
- Pick 4 Straight odds: 1 in 10,000 (payout ~$5,000)
- Pick 4 Box (24-way): 1 in 417 (payout ~$200)
- Repeated digits reduce box ways and change odds
- Most states offer Pick 3 and Pick 4 games daily
- Typical ticket cost: $0.50 or $1.00 per play
Frequently Asked Questions
Common Pick lottery questions
What is the difference between Straight and Box?
Straight requires exact order (123 wins only on 123). Box wins in any order (123 wins on 123, 132, 213, 231, 312, 321). Straight has worse odds but higher payouts. Box has better odds but lower payouts since the prize is split among more winning combinations.
How do repeated digits affect box odds?
Repeated digits reduce possible arrangements. For Pick 3: all different = 6 ways, double (112) = 3 ways, triple (111) = 1 way. For Pick 4: all different = 24 ways, one pair = 12 ways, two pairs = 6 ways, triple = 4 ways, quad = 1 way.
What is a Combo play?
A Combo bet covers all possible arrangements of your numbers for the price of multiple straight bets. For Pick 3 with all different digits, a Combo costs 6× a single straight bet but guarantees you win if your numbers are drawn in any order.
What is a Straight/Box play?
Straight/Box is a combination bet that wins a larger amount if exact order matches (straight portion) and a smaller amount if the numbers match in any order (box portion). It costs twice a single straight bet.
Are Pick 3/4 games better than big lotteries?
Yes, significantly better odds. Pick 3 Straight (1 in 1,000) vs. Powerball (1 in 292 million). However, prizes are much smaller (hundreds vs. millions). Pick games are better for frequent smaller wins; big lotteries are for rare life-changing jackpots.