Lightening 7s
Image Credit: Washington DC State Lottery
Ticket Price: $5
Starting Odds: 1 in 3.39
Current Odds to Win $100 or More: 1 in 20,273.17
Current Odds to Win $1,000 or More: 1 in 47,304.06
Current Odds to Win $10,000 or More: 1 in 141,912.18
Estimated Tickets Remaining: 141,912.18 (58.33%)
Total $50,000 Prizes Remaining: 1 out of 2
Total $1,000 Prizes Remaining: 2 out of 4
Total $500 Prizes Remaining: 4 out of 8
About "Lightening 7s" Scratcher in Washington DC
The "Lightening 7s" scratcher is one of the lottery options available in Washington DC. The price of a ticket is $5.
When this game was first released, the starting odds of winning were 1 in 3.39.
The odds of winning at least $100 in Lightening 7s are 1 in 20,273.17.
The chances of securing $1,000 or more are 1 in 47,304.06.
For those dreaming of hitting a jackpot, the odds of winning $10,000 or more are 1 in 141,912.18.
As of the last update on 10/05/2025 at 09:35AM EDT, approximately 58.33% of tickets are still in circulation. This means there are still unclaimed prizes waiting to be won in Washington DC's Lightening 7s scratcher.
Prize Chart for "Lightening 7s"
| Prize | Total Prizes | Prizes Remaining | Starting Odds | Current Odds | Change in Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $5 | 36,486 | 21,353 | 1 in 6.67 | 1 in 6.65 | 0.33% |
| $10 | 18,243 | 10,584 | 1 in 13.34 | 1 in 13.41 | — |
| $15 | 6,081 | 3,546 | 1 in 40.01 | 1 in 40.02 | — |
| $20 | 6,081 | 3,538 | 1 in 40.01 | 1 in 40.11 | — |
| $25 | 2,749 | 1,599 | 1 in 88.5 | 1 in 88.75 | — |
| $40 | 1,667 | 974 | 1 in 145.94 | 1 in 145.7 | 0.16% |
| $80 | 444 | 261 | 1 in 547.94 | 1 in 543.72 | 0.77% |
| $500 | 8 | 4 | 1 in 30,410.42 | 1 in 35,478.04 | — |
| $1,000 | 4 | 2 | 1 in 60,820.84 | 1 in 70,956.09 | — |
| $50,000 | 2 | 1 | 1 in 121,641.68 | 1 in 141,912.18 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scratcher price of "Lightening 7s"?
Each ticket costs $5, 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 "Lightening 7s"?
The grand prize you can win playing "Lightening 7s" is $50,000.
What is the smallest prize you can win playing "Lightening 7s"?
The smallest prize for "Lightening 7s" is $5.
What were the original odds of winning any prize?
The starting odds of winning any prize are approximately 1 in 1 in 3.39.
How are the odds calculated for Washington DC scratchers?
The odds and statistics for Washington DC's scratchers are based on official lottery data processed through statistical models. This is to help players understand their chances of winning in Washington DC's scratchers.
- Starting Odds: These are the official odds provided by the Washington DC lottery at the scratcher'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 scratchers and half of the top prizes have been claimed, it is estimated that about 50% of the scratchers 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 Washington DC scratchers. 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 scratcher 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 Washington DC lottery scratchers, odds, prizes remaining, and tickets remaining?
Games, prizes, and odds for Washington DC scratchers are sourced directly from The Official Washington DC Lottery Website.
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