You can play for a variety of prizes in Pick 3, ranging from $2.50 to $2,500. The amount you can win depends on your bet type and wager amount. For example, if you bet the maximum $5 on a Straight and match the winning numbers exactly, you win the maximum payout of $2,500. If you wager just $0.50 on a Single Digit play and win, you receive $2.50.
Go to the How to Play page to learn about the different bet types. The table below shows the payouts for each one, along with the odds of winning:
| Play Type | Odds of Winning | Payout - $0.50 Wager | Payout - $1 Wager | Payout - $5 wager |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Straight | 1 in 1,000 | $250 | $500 | $2,500 |
| Box - 3-Way | 1 in 333 | $80 | $160 | $800 |
| Box - 6-Way | 1 in 167 | $40 | $80 | $400 |
| Front Pair | 1 in 100 | $25 | $50 | $250 |
| Back Pair | 1 in 100 | $25 | $50 | $250 |
| Single Digit | 1 in 10 | $2.50 | $5 | $25 |
You can claim prizes of up to $600 from retail agents in Maine. For larger amounts, you will need to claim by mail or in-person from the lottery office in Augusta. The address for mailing in winning tickets is the Bureau of Alcoholic Beverages and Lottery Operations, 8 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333-0008. You need to complete a claim form for prizes of more than $600.