Crossword Bonanza - $ 20
Image Credit: New Jersey State Lottery
Ticket Price: $20
Expected Value (EV): -$7.48
Starting Odds: 1 in 3.56
Current Odds to Win $100 or More: 1 in 26.95
Current Odds to Win $1,000 or More: 1 in 19,319.6
Current Odds to Win $10,000 or More: 1 in 100,665.31
Estimated Tickets Remaining: 1,912,640.87 (80.55%)
Total $400,000 Prizes Remaining: 3 out of 3
Total $25,000 Prizes Remaining: 16 out of 20
Total $2,000 Prizes Remaining: 80 out of 99
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 -$7.48, 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 26.95.
The chances of securing $1,000 or more are 1 in 19,319.6.
For those dreaming of hitting a jackpot, the odds of winning $10,000 or more are 1 in 100,665.31.
As of the last update on 10/07/2025 at 09:06AM EDT, approximately 80.55% 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 | 237,271 | 191,901 | 1 in 10.01 | 1 in 9.97 | 0.41% |
| $30 | 178,192 | 143,245 | 1 in 13.33 | 1 in 13.35 | — |
| $50 | 118,731 | 95,363 | 1 in 20 | 1 in 20.06 | — |
| $60 | 19,809 | 15,919 | 1 in 119.88 | 1 in 120.15 | — |
| $80 | 24,093 | 19,320 | 1 in 98.56 | 1 in 99 | — |
| $100 | 61,846 | 49,695 | 1 in 38.4 | 1 in 38.49 | — |
| $150 | 12,232 | 9,838 | 1 in 194.13 | 1 in 194.41 | — |
| $200 | 6,154 | 4,972 | 1 in 385.87 | 1 in 384.68 | 0.31% |
| $500 | 7,918 | 6,375 | 1 in 299.9 | 1 in 300.02 | — |
| $2,000 | 99 | 80 | 1 in 23,986.06 | 1 in 23,908.01 | 0.33% |
| $25,000 | 20 | 16 | 1 in 118,731 | 1 in 119,540.05 | — |
| $400,000 | 3 | 3 | 1 in 791,540 | 1 in 637,546.96 | 19.45% |
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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