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Connecticut Lottery at a Glance
Our sophisticated analysis covers every Connecticut scratch game, updated daily with the latest data. Connecticut lottery is fully transparent with reporting all prize levels remaining for all games! We collect all of that data every day & analyze it all for you!
*As of September 2026 — this page is updated monthly
Connecticut Lottery is Booming
Connecticut scratch revenue has grown steadily over the past several years, reaching $744 million in fiscal year 2024. That is steady growth driven by strong player engagement across the state and across the country. On average, every adult in Connecticut spends roughly $261 per year on scratch-off tickets, and scratch now account for roughly 44% of all Connecticut Lottery revenue.
Connecticut Lottery Scratch — Summary Data
Below is our real-time summary of all active Connecticut Lottery scratch-off games. This data is updated daily from official Connecticut Lottery records.
Per Capita Trends
How Much Does the Average Connecticut Spend on Scratch?
The Connecticut Lottery did not always publish detailed annual financial reports, so reliable per capita spending data only goes back to 2017. In that first year of available data, the average Connecticut adult spent approximately $180 per year on scratch-off tickets. By 2025, that figure has climbed to $261 per person—a 45% increase in annual spending per capita. The sharpest spike came in 2021 when per capita spend hit $285, likely fueled by stimulus-era discretionary spending. While spending has normalized since then, it remains significantly above pre-2020 levels, reinforcing just how embedded scratch have become in Connecticut’s entertainment landscape.
What is driving this growth? A combination of higher-priced ticket offerings like $10 and $20 games, larger top prizes that generate buzz, and Connecticut’s booming population across the Hartford, New Haven, and Bridgeport metro areas. For players, more sales volume means more tickets in circulation, which makes prize tracking even more important. Popular games can burn through top prizes faster when sales are surging, which is exactly why data-driven tools like ScratchSmarter’s SmartFactor rankings exist.
$744 M
2025 Scratch Sales
$1.68 B
2025 Lottery Sales
44%
2025 Scratch Rev %
$261
2025 Scratch $/Capita
44% of Connecticut’s Lottery Revenue Comes from Scratch
With over $744 million in annual Scratch sales, Connecticut players are clearly passionate about instant win games. Make sure you’re playing the right ones.
Why Connecticut?
Connecticut is a Data Goldmine
The Connecticut State Lottery provides exceptional transparency, making it one of the best states for strategic scratch-off play.
Best Data in the USA
Connecticut publishes some of the most comprehensive scratch data of any state, enabling incredibly accurate analysis.
19 Prize Levels Tracked
Unlike states that only report top prizes, Connecticut gives us detailed data on all different prize tiers for complete analysis. (currently up to 19 prize levels)
Start & End Dates Available
Know exactly when games launched and when they’re ending—crucial for understanding ticket distribution.
Your Unfair Advantage
This wealth of data lets us calculate precise SmartFactors so you can play with confidence.
Simple Process
How ScratchSmarter Works
Like counting cards in blackjack, we track every ticket to give you an unfair advantage.
We Collect the Data
Every day, we gather comprehensive data from the Connecticut Lottery on all active scratch games, including prizes claimed and tickets sold.
We Analyze Everything
Our proprietary SmartFactor algorithm calculates how odds have shifted since launch, identifying games where your chances of winning big have improved.
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Simple Process
What is the SmartFactor?
Knowing how many top prizes remain isn’t enough. You need to know how many tickets have been sold. That’s where our SmartFactor comes in.
The Problem
5 top prizes remaining with 20 million tickets left? Or 2 prizes with only 100,000 tickets? Which is better?
Our Solution
We calculate the percentage of tickets remaining and compare it to prizes remaining—just like counting cards.
Your Advantage
Higher SmartFactor = better odds. We rank all games so you always know which ones favor you most.
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Connecticut Scratch-Off Games — Active Games & Top Prizes Remaining
Before you buy your next scratch-off ticket, check which Connecticut Lottery games still have top prizes available. We pull this data from the Connecticut Lottery every day so you always have the latest numbers. Search by game name, price, or sort by prizes remaining.
Why Checking Top Prizes Matters
Here is something most players do not realize: the Connecticut Lottery keeps selling scratch-off tickets even after all top prizes have been claimed. That means you could be buying a $20 or $30 ticket with zero chance of hitting the jackpot. Checking the table above before you buy is the simplest way to avoid wasting money on games that have already paid out their biggest prizes.
But knowing which top prizes remain is only step one. The real question is: how many tickets are still in circulation? A game with 3 top prizes left sounds great, but not if there are still 15 million unsold tickets. That is where ScratchSmarter’s SmartFactor comes in, and why thousands of Connecticut players subscribe to our daily Best Games to Play report.
Explore More Connecticut Data
Dive deeper into Connecticut Lottery scratch with our specialized analysis pages.
All Active Games
Browse all 83 active Connecticut scratch-off games organized by price point. Compare odds, top prizes remaining, and find the best games at every price.
Revenue & Statistics
Connecticut is the #1 scratch-off market in America. Explore historical revenue data, per capita spending trends, and growth analysis from 2010 to 2025.
Games to Avoid
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Frequently Asked Questions About Connecticut Lottery Scratch
How many active Connecticut scratch-off games are there?
Connecticut currently has approximately 83 active scratch-off games ranging from $1 to $50 per ticket. ScratchSmarter tracks every single one of them daily, analyzing prize data across up to 17 different prize tiers per game to help players identify the best games to play right now.
Does Connecticut report all prize levels remaining?
Yes. Connecticut is one of the most transparent lottery states in the country when it comes to scratch data. The Connecticut Lottery publishes detailed prize information across up to 17 prize tiers per game, not just top prizes. This level of transparency enables significantly more accurate analysis than most other states provide.
How often does ScratchSmarter update Connecticut scratch data?
ScratchSmarter collects and analyzes Connecticut Lottery scratch data every single day. Each active game’s prize information is pulled directly from myconnecticutlottery.com and processed through our proprietary SmartFactor algorithm to produce updated rankings each day.
What is ScratchSmarter’s SmartFactor and how does it work?
The SmartFactor measures how the odds of winning a top prize have shifted since a game first launched. It compares the percentage of tickets remaining against the percentage of prizes remaining, similar to the concept of counting cards in blackjack. A higher SmartFactor means the odds have moved in the player’s favor relative to the original launch odds.
Can I still win a scratch-off if all top prizes have been claimed?
Technically yes, because lower-tier prizes may still remain. However, the Connecticut Lottery continues selling tickets even after all top prizes have been claimed. If your goal is to win a top prize, always check the prizes remaining table on this page before buying. ScratchSmarter’s free report and daily SmartFactor rankings make this easy.
How much do Connecticuts spend on lottery scratch per year?
Connecticut adults spend approximately $261 per person annually on scratch-off tickets. Total Connecticut scratch sales exceeded $744 million in 2025, accounting for roughly 44% of all Connecticut Lottery revenue. This makes Connecticut one of the largest and fastest-growing scratch markets in the United States.
What are the best Connecticut scratch-off games to play right now?
The best Connecticut scratch change daily as tickets sell and prizes are claimed. ScratchSmarter’s Best Games to Play report ranks every active game by SmartFactor score and is updated every day. Start a free trial to see today’s top-ranked Connecticut scratch-off games with the strongest odds of winning a top prize.
Methodology & Data Sources
ScratchSmarter analyzes official Connecticut Lottery game and prize data sourced directly from myconnecticutlottery.com. Our automated systems collect updated prize information for every active scratch-off game on a daily basis. This data includes ticket prices, overall odds, number of prizes at each tier, and the number of prizes remaining. Our proprietary SmartFactor ranking model compares the rate of prize depletion against estimated ticket depletion to identify games where the odds have shifted in the player’s favor since launch. This approach is conceptually similar to card counting: when prizes are being claimed more slowly than tickets are being sold, the remaining tickets carry better-than-original odds. We track up to 19 prize levels per game in Connecticut, giving us one of the most granular analytical datasets of any state lottery program in the country.
Last reviewed: February 2026. For questions or corrections, contact support@scratchsmarter.com.
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