What are the odds of winning Pick 3?

Your odds in Pick 3 depend on which bet type you choose.

Straight: 1 in 1,000. You must match all three digits in exact order. 6-way box (all distinct digits): 1 in 167. Any of the 6 possible arrangements wins. 3-way box (two matching digits): 1 in 333. Only 3 arrangements exist — longer odds but higher payout.

For context: Pick 3 offers far better odds than jackpot games. Powerball odds are 1 in 292 million. Pick 3 straight is 1 in 1,000 — a completely different kind of game.

Wheeling systems don't change the odds on any individual ticket, but they increase your coverage — more combinations played means more chances to have the winning arrangement in your set.

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