Pick 4
4 digits (0-9)Min 1 · Max 25
About Pick 4
Pick 4 follows the same structure as Pick 3 but adds a fourth digit position for larger prizes. Choose four digits from 0–9 (repeats allowed), select a play type at the retailer, and enter midday or evening draws. Straight play offers a 1-in-10,000 chance of winning $5,000 on a $1 wager.
Tips for Playing Pick 4
- Pick 4 Straight odds (1 in 10,000) are exactly 10× harder than Pick 3 (1 in 1,000), but the Straight prize is also 10× larger ($5,000 vs $500 on a $1 bet). The risk-to-reward ratio is proportionally the same.
- A 24-way box covers all 24 orderings of four different digits, a good option if you want Box coverage across a wider range of outcomes. Doubles and triples reduce the number of orderings (and cost less for Box play).
- Combo play on Pick 4 can get expensive since it purchases every Straight combination of your chosen digits. For four all-different digits, that is 24 Straight bets.
Pick 4: Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Pick 4 Straight odds?
The odds of an exact Straight match are 1 in 10,000. There are 10,000 possible four-digit combinations from 0000 to 9999, and each Straight play covers exactly one of them.
Is Pick 4 harder to win than Pick 3?
Yes, the Straight odds are exactly 10× harder (1 in 10,000 vs 1 in 1,000). However, the Straight prize is also 10× larger. Box play scales similarly: a 24-way box in Pick 4 pays proportionally less than a 6-way box in Pick 3 because it covers more combinations.
Play Responsibly
Lottery play is entertainment. Set a budget before you play and treat ticket purchases as the cost of that entertainment, not an investment or income strategy. No number generator, system, or selection method can change lottery odds. If gambling stops being fun, free and confidential help is available 24/7:
- PA Council on Problem Gambling: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
- National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
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