Rhode Island · Highest Prize Payout
Last updated September 4, 2026
2 MILLION ROYALE ($50) leads Rhode Island with a 79.9% prize payout rate. Payout percentage measures how much of each dollar spent is returned as prizes across all winners.
| Rank | Game | Price | Payout % | Top Prize |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 MILLION ROYALE | $50 | 79.9% | $2,000,000 $2,000,000 annuity ($1,400,000 cash) |
| 2 | RHODE ISLAND MILLIONS | $30 | 78.1% | $1,000,000 $1,000,000 annuity ($700,000 cash) |
| 3 | LOTERIA GRANDE | $20 | 75.7% | $1,000,000 $1,000,000 annuity ($750,000 cash) |
| 4 | RI 250 | $5 | 75.2% | $17,760 |
| 5 | OCEAN STATE RICHES | $30 | 75.0% | $500,000 |
| 6 | MEGA MULTIPLIER | $30 | 75.0% | $30,000 |
| 7 | MAGNIFICENT MONEY | $30 | 75.0% | $300,000 |
| 8 | HIGH ROLLER | $25 | 74.8% | $250,000 |
| 9 | THE NEXT RHODE ISLAND MILLNRE | $20 | 74.3% | $1,000,000 |
| 10 | $100, $200 or $400! | $20 | 73.1% | $400 |
| 11 | $200,000 GOLDEN PAYOUT | $20 | 73.1% | $200,000 |
| 12 | DIAMOND MINE 20X | $20 | 73.0% | $100,000 |
| 13 | CASH CROWN | $20 | 73.0% | $200,000 |
| 14 | 20X CASH BLITZ | $20 | 72.9% | $100,000 |
| 15 | MEGA CROSSWORD | $10 | 70.6% | $75,000 |
| 16 | $50,000 BONUS MATCH | $10 | 70.3% | $50,000 |
| 17 | $50,000 GOLD PAYOUT | $10 | 70.3% | $50,000 |
| 18 | ITS THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME | $10 | 70.3% | $2,000 |
| 19 | HOLIDAY WISHES | $1 | 70.2% | $250 |
| 20 | RUBY RED 10X | $10 | 70.2% | $50,000 |
| 21 | THUNDER STRUCK | $10 | 70.2% | $50,000 |
| 22 | LUCKY MATCH | $10 | 70.1% | $50,000 |
| 23 | RHODE ISLAND RED | $10 | 70.1% | $50,000 |
| 24 | WHEEL OF FORTUNE | $10 | 70.1% | $50,000 |
| 25 | 5 HOLIDAY TRADITIONS | $5 | 70.1% | $30,000 |
| 26 | TIS THE SEASON | $2 | 70.1% | $500 |
| 27 | MEGA CASH | $10 | 70.1% | $50,000 |
| 28 | 10X CASH BLITZ | $10 | 70.1% | $50,000 |
| 29 | HOLIDAY WINNINGS | $5 | 70.1% | $1,000 |
| 30 | PINBALL WIZARD | $10 | 70.0% | $100,000 |
| 31 | MEGA LOTERIA | $10 | 70.0% | $60,000 |
| 32 | 100X THE MONEY | $10 | 70.0% | $75,000 |
| 33 | $50 or $100 | $10 | 70.0% | $100 |
| 34 | RHODE ISLAND CASH | $10 | 70.0% | $50,000 |
| 35 | JAWS | $5 | 69.0% | $50,000 |
| 36 | THE THREE STOOGES | $5 | 68.7% | $25,000 |
| 37 | SUPER CROSSWORD | $5 | 68.7% | $50,000 |
| 38 | ACES HIGH | $5 | 68.5% | $30,000 |
| 39 | SOCCER FORTUNE | $5 | 68.3% | $10,000 |
| 40 | CASH MONEY | $5 | 68.2% | $30,000 |
| 41 | RHODE ISLAND LOTERIA | $3 | 68.1% | $20,000 |
| 42 | 5X CASH BLITZ | $5 | 68.1% | $25,000 |
| 43 | 5X MULTIPLIER | $5 | 68.1% | $30,000 |
| 44 | 24 KARAT LINKED WINS | $5 | 68.1% | $10,000 |
| 45 | WHEEL OF FORTUNE (Game #1453) | $5 | 68.1% | $30,000 |
| 46 | STRIKE IT RICH | $5 | 68.1% | $30,000 |
| 47 | LUCKY BREAK | $5 | 68.1% | $30,000 |
| 48 | 50X THE MONEY | $5 | 68.1% | $40,000 |
| 49 | PATRIOTS | $5 | 68.0% | $50,000 |
| 50 | RED HOT CASH | $5 | 68.0% | $5,000 |
| 51 | WILD MONEY | $5 | 68.0% | $5,000 |
| 52 | RHODE ISLAND SUPER LOTERIA | $5 | 68.0% | $40,000 |
| 53 | CASH BLAST | $5 | 68.0% | $30,000 |
| 54 | RHODE ISLAND LOTERIA (Game #294) | $3 | 68.0% | $20,000 |
| 55 | $30,000 SILVER PAYOUT | $5 | 68.0% | $30,000 |
| 56 | 10 YEARS OF CASH | $5 | 68.0% | $85,000 |
| 57 | BOSTON CELTICS | $5 | 67.9% | $35,000 |
| 58 | EMERALD GREEN 5X | $5 | 67.9% | $25,000 |
| 59 | DOUBLE HEADER | $2 | 67.1% | $5,000 |
| 60 | SAPPHIRE BLUE 2X | $2 | 67.1% | $5,000 |
| 61 | RHODE ISLAND LOTERIA (Game #1457) | $2 | 67.1% | $5,000 |
| 62 | 2X CASH BLITZ | $2 | 67.1% | $5,000 |
| 63 | RHODE ISLAND LOTERIA (Game #1483) | $2 | 67.0% | $5,000 |
| 64 | $5,000 BRONZE PAYOUT | $2 | 67.0% | $5,000 |
| 65 | CROSSWORD! 39 | $2 | 67.0% | $15,000 |
| 66 | CLASSIC BINGO | $2 | 67.0% | $25,000 |
| 67 | BASEBALL | $1 | 66.0% | $2,000 |
| 68 | WILD CHERRY CROSSWORD | $2 | 64.3% | $20,000 |
| 69 | LUCKY NUMBERS | $2 | 63.0% | $5,000 |
| 70 | MATCH 2 WIN | $1 | 60.0% | $500 |
| 71 | COUNT UP CASH | $2 | 58.0% | $5,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Highest Prize Payout ranking measure?
Prize Payout is the share of every ticket-sale dollar the state returns as prizes, across all tiers. A higher payout percentage means more of the money goes back to players. State lotteries typically keep 25 to 40%; payouts above 70% are unusually generous.
Which Rhode Island scratch-off is currently #1 for highest prize payout?
The 2 MILLION ROYALE ($50) currently ranks first with overall odds of 1 in 3.31 (ValueScore 79 of 100). Prize payout is 79.9%. Rankings update automatically as prize counts change, so the top pick can move. Open the game page for the full prize-tier breakdown and remaining counts.
How often does this ranking update?
Game data for Rhode Island is refreshed from official sources on a daily schedule. Whenever remaining-prize counts change, ValueScore and every dependent ranking are recomputed automatically. The "updated daily" stamp on the page reflects the most recent successful update.
How should I pick between the top few games in Rhode Island?
Rankings are a starting point, not a verdict. Two tickets that sit next to each other often differ on a dimension the headline metric ignores: price, top-prize size, or remaining inventory. Use the Budget & Goal Optimizer or the side-by-side Compare tool to weigh Breakeven probability, Jackpot Chase value, or published EV against your actual spend and goal.
Are these values official or estimated?
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