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JAWS Scratch-Off Odds & Remaining Prizes (California)

JAWS (#1724) is a $5 California scratch-off ticket. 11 of 20 top prizes remaining. Published overall odds are 1 in 3.81. It ranks #26 among 58 eligible California scratch-offs. Official source: California Lottery.

How Many JAWS Prizes Are Left?

JAWS has 11 of 20 top prizes remaining in California, with about 52.8% of all listed prize tiers claimed.

JAWS top prize remaining

11

out of 20 originally printed

Overall prize claim rate

52.8%

of all listed prize tiers claimed

JAWS remaining prizes by tier

TierPrize AmountTotal PrizesRemainingClaimed %Published OddsCurrent Odds
1st$500K2011
45%
1 in 1200000.001 in 1029037.09
2nd$10K4016
60%
1 in 600000.001 in 707463.00
3rd$1K405187
53.8%
1 in 59259.001 in 60531.59
4th$5006,0302,725
54.8%
1 in 3980.001 in 4153.91
5th$10060,25626,840
55.5%
1 in 398.001 in 421.74
6th$5096,21343,421
54.9%
1 in 249.001 in 260.69
7th$30195,33989,230
54.3%
1 in 123.001 in 126.86
8th$20600,000276,231
54%
1 in 40.001 in 40.98
9th$15719,518330,412
54.1%
1 in 33.001 in 34.26
10th$101,320,723614,199
53.5%
1 in 18.001 in 18.43
11th$61,500,000723,074
51.8%
1 in 16.001 in 15.65
12th$51,800,000864,312
52%
1 in 13.001 in 13.10

What Are the Odds of Winning JAWS?

JAWS lists published overall odds of 1 in 3.81 for winning any prize. Top-prize and profit odds are narrower and change as tickets and prizes are claimed.

Overall odds (any prize)

1 in 3.81

Includes break-even and lower-tier prizes

Published top prize odds

1 in 1200000

Original odds at launch for the top tier

Current estimated top prize odds

1 in 1029037

Based on remaining tickets vs remaining top prizes

Best published profit odds

1 in 16.00

Strongest listed odds for prizes above $5

How Many JAWS Tickets Are Left?

JAWS had 24,000,000 tickets printed. Lottery Valley estimates about 11,319,408 remain (47.2% of the print run) based on overall prize depletion.

Total tickets printed

24,000,000

Estimated tickets remaining

11,319,408

47.2% of print run left

Estimated tickets sold

12,680,592

Is JAWS Worth Buying in California Right Now?

JAWS currently ranks #26 of 58 eligible California scratch-offs in Lottery Valley's composite ranking. Rankings reflect published odds, remaining prizes, and expected value — not a guarantee of profit.

California scratch-off ranking

#26 of 58

among eligible California scratch-offs

Prize pool claim rate

52.8%

Higher claim rates mean fewer prizes remain

See the best California scratch-off tickets to buy for a ranked shortlist across the full state database.

JAWS Ticket Details

JAWS is game #1724 in the California Lottery scratch-off portfolio. It costs $5 with a $500K top prize.

Ticket price and game number
$5 · #1724
Launch date
April 20, 2026
Current status
active

JAWS: odds, prizes, and rank

  • JAWS has 11 of 20 top prizes still available in California.
  • Published overall odds for JAWS are 1 in 3.81, counting any prize as a win.
  • Current estimated top-prize odds are 1 in 1029037, based on remaining tickets versus remaining top prizes.
  • JAWS currently ranks #26 of 58 eligible California scratch-offs in Lottery Valley's composite ranking.
  • An estimated 11,319,408 of 24,000,000 printed tickets remain in circulation.

JAWS Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about JAWS remaining prizes, odds, availability, and ticket details in California.

How much does a JAWS ticket cost?

A JAWS scratch-off ticket costs $5 in California.

What is the top prize for JAWS?

The top prize for JAWS is $500,000.

How many top prizes are left for JAWS?

As of the last update, JAWS has 11 top prizes remaining out of 20 originally printed.

What are the odds of winning JAWS?

The published overall odds of winning any prize on JAWS are 1 in 3.81. Individual prize tiers have different odds, shown in the remaining-prizes table on this page.

What are the odds of breaking even or profiting on JAWS?

Among published tiers that pay more than the $5 ticket price, the strongest listed odds on JAWS are 1 in 16.00. Overall odds include break-even prizes, so they are not the same as profit odds.

What are the current odds of winning the top prize on JAWS?

Based on estimated remaining tickets and remaining top prizes, the current top-prize odds for JAWS are about 1 in 1029037. Published launch odds may differ because fewer tickets and prizes remain in circulation.

Is JAWS still available in California?

JAWS is listed as an active California scratch-off with remaining prize data published by the state lottery. Availability at retail stores can vary by location.

How many JAWS tickets are left?

JAWS had 24,000,000 tickets printed. Lottery Valley estimates about 11,319,408 tickets remain (47.2% of the original print run), based on overall prize depletion.

How do I claim prizes from JAWS?

Small JAWS prizes can usually be claimed at authorized California lottery retailers. Larger prizes typically require a claim form and visit to a lottery office. See the official California lottery site for current claim thresholds and deadlines.

Where does JAWS data come from and when was it last updated?

Remaining prizes, odds, and ticket details for JAWS come from published California Lottery data synced to Lottery Valley and last updated on October 3, 2026. Always confirm final ticket details on the official lottery site before buying.

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