SHOW ME $500
$10 scratch-off · 1 in 4.17 overall odds · $500 top prize
Our Verdict: Avoid
SHOW ME $500 is rated "Avoid" — this ticket has poor value relative to other New York scratch-offs right now. Most of the best prizes have likely already been claimed. Your money goes further on a different ticket in the New York Lottery lineup.
Expected Value Analysis
Expected value data for SHOW ME $500 is not yet available. Expected value is calculated from the complete prize tier structure and odds — when that data is available, it will appear here. As a reference, most scratch-off tickets return between $0.55 and $0.75 per $1 spent on average.
Expected value (EV) is a statistical measure of the average return per ticket. Most lottery tickets have a negative EV — meaning the lottery keeps more than it pays out on average. Higher EV tickets offer better value, but no ticket guarantees a win.
About SHOW ME $500
SHOW ME $500 is a $10 scratch-off ticket from the New York Lottery with overall odds of 1 in 4.17. The top prize is $500. Approximately 538 prizes are still available.
To win, purchase a ticket from any authorized New York Lottery retailer and scratch the play area to reveal symbols, numbers, or words. Matching the required combination wins the corresponding prize. Prizes up to a few hundred dollars can typically be claimed at any lottery retailer; larger prizes must be claimed at a regional New York Lottery office or by mail.
Detailed prize tier breakdown data is not yet available for this game. Visit the New York Lottery website for the full prize structure.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the overall odds of winning SHOW ME $500?
The overall odds of winning any prize on SHOW ME $500 are 1 in 4.17. On average, you need to purchase approximately 4 tickets to win something. This is a $10 scratch-off from the New York Lottery.
What is the top prize on SHOW ME $500?
The top prize on SHOW ME $500 is $500. It is a $10 scratch-off ticket. Check the official lottery website to verify whether the top prize has been claimed.
Is SHOW ME $500 a good scratch-off to buy in New York?
SHOW ME $500 is rated "Avoid" — this ticket has poor value relative to other New York scratch-offs right now. Most of the best prizes have likely already been claimed. Your money goes further on a different ticket in the New York Lottery lineup.
How many SHOW ME $500 tickets are left?
Remaining ticket counts for SHOW ME $500 are not currently available in our data. Check the New York Lottery website for the most up-to-date information on claimed prizes.