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CRAPS ODDS

Odds describes the number of times something won’t happen next to the number of times it will happen. If an event is determined to have 1 to 1 odds, that means the event has an equal chance of occurring or not occurring. Craps is played with a pair of dice. Since each die has six sides there are six possible outcomes. Two dice makes 6×6 and therefore there are 36 possible combinations on each roll.

Craps 2 or 12 has true odds of 35 to 1, that single dice combination. The payout odds are 30 to 1, with a huge house edge of 13.89%. Single number bets on 3 or Yo (11) carry true odds of 17 to 1, but the casino pays 15 to 1 odds on a winning bet. The house edge is 11.11%.

Since only one combination can give you a total of 12 (6 + 6), the probability of this on any given roll is one in thirty-six.

  • Nevertheless, you can quickly become a skilled craps player by understanding the fundamentals of craps odds and the house edge on each bet in the game. For example, the chances of hitting a Pass bet is 49.3% but the payout is 1/1. This difference of 1.41% is the house edge on that bet.
  • The true odds are based on the number of ways to roll the point number against the number of ways to roll a 7. We know from our lesson on basic craps math that there are: Six ways to roll a 7. Five ways to roll.
  • The “All Bet” combines terms of the small and tall bets. In doing so, it creates a wager which has huge real odds. This is the wager which excites players at the table who do not have a stake riding on this bet. The payoff for the All Bet is 174 to 1.
  • True Odds: Payoff Odds: Increments Wagers Must Be Made In: 6/8: 6:5: 7:6: $6: 5/9: 3:2: 7:5: $5: 4/10: 2:1: 9:5: $5.

In order to become a more confident player, it can be helpful to know the odds of any number being rolled before a 7. For example, the odds against rolling a 5 before a 7 using two dice are 6 to 4. We get these odds because there are six ways to make the 7 vs. four ways to make the 5.

To figure this out, take the number of ways a 5 can be made with two dice (1 + 4, 2 + 3, 3 + 2 and 4 + 1) for a total of four ways. Then, compare this to the total number of combinations that two dice can make, which is thirty-six.

Now, we have a four in thirty-six, or one in nine, chance that a 5 will come up on any given roll. To express these odds, you would say the odds against rolling a 5 are 8 to 1. We say this because there are eight chances of not rolling a 5 vs. one chance of rolling a 5 for a total of nine rolls. This determines the ‘true odds’ of rolling a 5.

What is the house edge?

The house edge is a built-in mathematical advantage the casino has over the player in a game. Think of it as the amount of profit the casino earns – a percentage of a player’s original bet.

The house edge in craps varies based on the different bets available, but the game is among those with some of the lowest house edges in the casino. In fact, some bets in craps have no house edge at all. Of course, for other bets the house edge can go as high as 16.67%.

No matter how you bet, the longer you play the less likely you are to walk away a winner. Anyone can win, but it’s not a good strategy to try to win back the money you’ve lost. This is more likely to lead to further losses.

Below is a summary of the most popular craps bets with their true odds and respective payouts, or odds paid. These bets are popular because of their favourable odds and lower house edge, compared to other craps bets.

The following shows you the true odds for popular craps bets, alongside their standard payouts, which include the house edge. Keep in mind, payouts are standard and will vary depending on the casino. The house edge ensures that over time, players lose more money than they win.

Pass Line/Come Bet

True Odds In Craps

Actual or “True” Odds: 251 to 244 Odds Paid or Payout: 1 to 1 House Edge: 1.41%

Don't Pass/Don't Come Bar

Actual or “True” Odds:
244 to 251

Odds Paid or Payout:
1 to 1

House Edge:
1.36%

Pass Odds/Come Odds

Actual or “True” Odds:
2 to 1 on 4 or 10, 3 to 2 on 5 or 9, 6 to 5 on 6 or 8

True Odds Craps

Craps Come Bet Odds

Odds Paid or Payout:
2 to 1 on 4 or 10, 3 to 2 on 5 or 9, 6 to 5 on 6 or 8

House Edge:
0%

Don't Pass Odds/Don't Come Odds

True Odds Craps

Actual or “True” Odds:
1 to 2 against the 4 or 10, 3 to 2 against the 5 or 9, 6 to 5 against the 6 or 8

Odds Paid or Payout:
1 to 2 against the 4 or 10, 3 to 2 against the 5 or 9, 6 to 5 against the 6 or 8

House Edge:
0%

Place Bets

Actual or “True” Odds:
2 to 1 on 4 or 10, 3 to 2 on 5 or 9, 6 to 5 on 6 or 8

Odds Paid or Payout:
9 to 5 on 4 or 10, 7 to 5 on 5 or 9, 7 to 6 on 6 or 8

House Edge:
6.67% on 4 or 10, 4% on 5 or 9, 1.52% on 6 or 8

Craps Betting Odds

Craps True Odds Chart

Can I increase my chances of winning?

Best Bets In Craps And Why

The true odds in craps are based on mathematical probability. Nothing you can do will affect the outcome of the dice. Even if you stick to bets where the true odds are higher, there’s no guarantee of rolling a winning outcome.

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