Daily numbers game
New Jersey Pick-3: how to play, odds and draw times
New Jersey Pick-3 is a daily numbers game sold in New Jersey. The operator is New Jersey Lottery. One play costs $0.50. Draws are every day at 12:59 p.m. and 10:57 p.m. ET. The odds of winning the top prize are 1 in 1,000.
- Price
- $0.50 per play
- Draws
- Every day at 12:59 p.m. and 10:57 p.m. ET
- Top prize odds
- 1 in 1,000
- Sold
- In New Jersey
How to play New Jersey Pick-3
Pick a 3-digit number. Each digit is 0 to 9.
Choose how to play it: Straight (exact order), Box (any order), Straight/Box, Combo, Front pair, Back pair and Split pair.
You can play $0.50, $1, $1.50, $2, $2.50, $3, $3.50, $4, $4.50 and $5 per play.
One ticket can cover up to 14 draws in a row.
New Jersey Pick-3 draw days and times
| Drawing | When |
|---|---|
| Midday, Evening | Every day at 12:59 p.m. and 10:57 p.m. ET |
Ticket sales close 6 minutes before each draw.
New Jersey Pick-3 odds and prizes
| Prize level | Prize | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Straight | $250 | 1 in 1,000 |
| Box 3-way | $80 | 1 in 333 |
| Box 6-way | $40 | 1 in 167 |
| Combo: Wheel (combination) 3-way | $250 | 1 in 333 |
| Combo: Wheel (combination) 6-way | $250 | 1 in 167 |
| Front Pair | $25 | 1 in 100 |
| Back Pair | $25 | 1 in 100 |
| Split Pair | $25 | 1 in 100 |
New Jersey Pick-3 add-ons
| Add-on | What it does | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| FIREBALL | An extra drawn number that can stand in for one drawn number or digit. | Same as the wager |
| Instant Match | An instant prize decided when you buy the ticket, not by the draw. | $1 per play |
Where to play New Jersey Pick-3
New Jersey Pick-3 is sold in New Jersey. The operator is New Jersey Lottery. Buy tickets only from a licensed lottery retailer. LottoCheck does not sell tickets.
Latest New Jersey Pick-3 result
The LottoCheck app shows the latest New Jersey Pick-3 numbers after each draw and checks your tickets against them.
Official results: New Jersey Lottery winning numbers.
New Jersey Pick-3 FAQ
What are the odds of winning the New Jersey Pick-3 top prize?
The odds of winning the New Jersey Pick-3 top prize are 1 in 1,000 per play, as printed on the official prize chart.
What time is the New Jersey Pick-3 drawing?
New Jersey Pick-3 draws every day at 12:59 p.m. and 10:57 p.m. ET. Times are Eastern Time. Ticket sales close 6 minutes before each draw.
How much is a New Jersey Pick-3 ticket?
One New Jersey Pick-3 play costs $0.50. Instant Match costs $1 per play.
Where can I play New Jersey Pick-3?
New Jersey Pick-3 is sold in New Jersey. Buy tickets only from a licensed lottery retailer. LottoCheck does not sell tickets.
How do you play New Jersey Pick-3?
Pick a 3-digit number. Each digit is 0 to 9. Choose how to play it: Straight (exact order), Box (any order), Straight/Box, Combo, Front pair, Back pair and Split pair. You can play $0.50, $1, $1.50, $2, $2.50, $3, $3.50, $4, $4.50 and $5 per play.
How can I check my New Jersey Pick-3 ticket?
The LottoCheck app checks New Jersey Pick-3 tickets against the draw results. Scan the ticket or type the numbers. Add a ticket before the draw and the app sends you a push when the results are in. Always confirm a win with the official lottery.
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Sources
- NJ Lottery Pick-3 page
- Pick-3 Game Rules (fixed prizes)
- Pick-3 FIREBALL Addendum
- NJ Lottery Instant Match page
Checked against these official pages on 2026-10-18.
Game facts come from the official lottery pages listed above. Rules and prizes can change: always confirm with the official lottery before you buy a ticket or make a claim. LottoCheck does not sell tickets or pay prizes and is not affiliated with any lottery.