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Spending Calculator

Whether you prefer the thrill of a scratch-off or the anticipation of a draw game, it can sometimes be difficult to determine how much you spend playing the lottery. Answer some questions on your lottery habits to help you determine how much you pay to play. Plus, when you play lottery games online, you can request your win/loss statement to help you make smart decisions about your play. Login to your account and in “My Account” go to “Online play history” and select “Transactions.” Remember, setting a budget is a winning strategy. So get in there!

  • Choose your lottery game

  • Draw Games

    How much do you normally spend per purchase?

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  • Draw Games

    How many tickets do you typically buy per visit?

  • Draw Games

    How many times do you play in typical week?

  • Your spending is around:

    $0/week | $0/month

    Understanding how much you are spending is one of the many ways to Play Smart and keep your play fun. You can use this information to help you set a budget or set some limits, both are winning strategies.

  • Scratch-Offs

    What price point do you typically buy?

  • Scratch-Offs

    How many tickets do you typically buy per visit?

  • Scratch-Offs

    How many times do you play in a typical week?

  • Your spending is around:

    $0/week | $0/month

    Understanding how much you are spending is one of the many ways to Play Smart and keep your play fun. You can use this information to help you set a budget or set some limits, both are winning strategies.

  • Your spending is around:

    Draw Games

    $0/week | $0/month

    Scratch Games

    $0/week | $0/month

    Understanding how much you are spending is one of the many ways to Play Smart and keep your play fun. You can use this information to help you set a budget or set some limits, both are winning strategies.

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So Many Ways to See If You Won

It’s never been easier to check your tickets to see if you have a winner. Download the NC Lottery Official Mobile App and scan your tickets or use a Ticket Checker at a NC Education Lottery retail location.