Crossword Bonanza - $ 20
Image Credit: New Jersey State Lottery
Ticket Price: $20
Expected Value (EV): -$5.06
Starting Odds: 1 in 3.56
Current Odds to Win $100 or More: 1 in 30.15
Current Odds to Win $1,000 or More: 1 in 21,154.91
Current Odds to Win $10,000 or More: 1 in 63,464.73
Estimated Tickets Remaining: 190,394.19 (7.88%)
Total $400,000 Prizes Remaining: 2 out of 3
Total $25,000 Prizes Remaining: 1 out of 20
Total $2,000 Prizes Remaining: 6 out of 100
About "Crossword Bonanza - $ 20" Scratch-Off in New Jersey
The "Crossword Bonanza - $ 20" scratch-off is one of the lottery options available in New Jersey. The price of a ticket is $20.
The Expected Value (EV) of a ticket in Crossword Bonanza - $ 20 is -$5.06, which represents the average return based on current prizes remaining.
When this game was first released, the starting odds of winning were 1 in 3.56.
The odds of winning at least $100 in Crossword Bonanza - $ 20 are 1 in 30.15.
The chances of securing $1,000 or more are 1 in 21,154.91.
For those dreaming of hitting a jackpot, the odds of winning $10,000 or more are 1 in 63,464.73.
As of the last update on 10/05/2025 at 08:54AM EDT, approximately 7.88% of tickets are still in circulation. This means there are still unclaimed prizes waiting to be won in New Jersey's Crossword Bonanza - $ 20 scratch-off.
Prize Chart for "Crossword Bonanza - $ 20"
| Prize | Total Prizes | Prizes Remaining | Starting Odds | Current Odds | Change in Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FREE $20 TICKET | 241,646 | 22,220 | 1 in 10 | 1 in 8.57 | 14.34% |
| $30 | 181,312 | 13,305 | 1 in 13.33 | 1 in 14.31 | — |
| $50 | 120,854 | 8,441 | 1 in 20 | 1 in 22.56 | — |
| $60 | 20,166 | 1,458 | 1 in 119.86 | 1 in 130.59 | — |
| $80 | 24,519 | 1,689 | 1 in 98.58 | 1 in 112.73 | — |
| $100 | 62,850 | 4,332 | 1 in 38.46 | 1 in 43.95 | — |
| $150 | 12,512 | 915 | 1 in 193.18 | 1 in 208.08 | — |
| $200 | 6,220 | 454 | 1 in 388.6 | 1 in 419.37 | — |
| $500 | 8,061 | 604 | 1 in 299.85 | 1 in 315.22 | — |
| $2,000 | 100 | 6 | 1 in 24,170.8 | 1 in 31,732.36 | — |
| $25,000 | 20 | 1 | 1 in 120,854 | 1 in 190,394.19 | — |
| $400,000 | 3 | 2 | 1 in 805,693.33 | 1 in 95,197.09 | 88.18% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scratch-off price of "Crossword Bonanza - $ 20"?
Each ticket costs $20, giving you a chance to win prizes ranging from small amounts to the top jackpot.
What is the jackpot or highest prize you can win playing "Crossword Bonanza - $ 20"?
The grand prize you can win playing "Crossword Bonanza - $ 20" is $400,000.
What is the smallest prize you can win playing "Crossword Bonanza - $ 20"?
The smallest prize for "Crossword Bonanza - $ 20" is FREE $20 TICKET.
What were the original odds of winning any prize?
The starting odds of winning any prize are approximately 1 in 1 in 3.56.
How are the odds calculated for New Jersey scratch-offs?
The odds and statistics for New Jersey's scratch-offs are based on official lottery data processed through statistical models. This is to help players understand their chances of winning in New Jersey's scratch-offs.
- Starting Odds: These are the official odds provided by the New Jersey lottery at the scratch-off's launch. They indicate the probability of winning any prize when all tickets are still in circulation.
- Estimated % Tickets Remaining: If not provided by the state, this is estimated based on the number of claimed prizes relative to the game's original prize structure. For example, if a game started with 1 million scratch-offs and half of the top prizes have been claimed, it is estimated that about 50% of the scratch-offs have been sold.
- Current Odds to Win $100/$1,000/$10,000 or More: These odds indicate the likelihood of winning higher-tier prizes in New Jersey scratch-offs. They are determined by summing the probabilities of all applicable prize amounts using the current odds.
- Current Odds to Win the Grand Prize: This metric shows the probability of winning the game's largest prize, adjusted for the estimated remaining tickets and current odds.
- Expected Value (EV): EV represents the average return of a single scratch-off based on the current prizes remaining. It is calculated by multiplying each prize amount by its probability of winning (prizes remaining ÷ estimated tickets remaining), summing these values, and subtracting the ticket price. A positive EV indicates an expected profit per ticket, while a negative EV indicates an expected loss.
Where does Scratch-Off Hub get information on New Jersey lottery scratch-offs, odds, prizes remaining, and tickets remaining?
Games, prizes, and odds for New Jersey scratch-offs are sourced directly from The Official New Jersey Lottery Website.
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