Craps Odds and Payouts
The craps chart below shows how to compare each wager by its payout, probability and house edge. Exact figures must be checked against the current rules and payout schedule of the casino or table, because variants, commissions and bet limits can change the result.
For a practical introduction to the game, see our craps rules and betting guide. The guide below focuses on craps odds, payouts and the decisions that affect the mathematical cost of a bet.
House Edge Explained
The house edge is the casino’s long-term mathematical advantage, expressed as the expected amount retained from a wager over many repetitions. It is not a prediction for one roll: a player can win or lose in any short session, while the edge becomes more meaningful across a large number of bets.
Craps has no single house-edge figure. Each wager has its own probability, payout and settlement rule. A bet may look attractive because it offers a large payout, but a low probability of success can make it expensive in the long run. Conversely, a wager with a smaller payout can have a more favourable mathematical profile.
The table, dice rules and optional bets should be checked before playing. Look for the published payout table, whether a bet is working on come-out rolls, whether a buy or lay wager carries a commission, and whether the casino offers standard or modified rules. Online games may also separate free-play, live-dealer and real-money versions, so do not assume that every interface uses identical terms.
Probability basics
Two dice produce a combined total, and different totals do not occur with equal frequency. A total can be made in several dice combinations, while another total may have fewer combinations. This is why a bet’s apparent payout cannot be judged without considering its probability.
A useful comparison is:
- Probability: how often the required dice result or event is expected to occur.
- Payout: how much the wager returns when it wins, normally according to the displayed table.
- House edge: the long-term mathematical cost of the bet after probability and payout are considered.
- Variance: how sharply results can move between wins and losses.
The correct calculation also depends on the wager’s full life cycle. A line bet may continue through several rolls, while a one-roll proposition bet may settle immediately. For that reason, compare like with like rather than selecting a bet solely because its displayed payout is high.
Odds for Each Bet
The main craps families are line bets, come-out and point-related bets, odds bets, place or buy bets, lay bets, field bets and proposition wagers. Not every casino offers every option, and the minimum or maximum stake can differ by table.
Line bets are usually the starting point for learning the game because their rules are comparatively straightforward. Come bets work in a similar way after the opening roll, while don’t bets take the opposite position. Odds bets are additional wagers connected to an established point and should be checked separately from the underlying line bet.
Place, buy and lay bets require more attention to numbers, payouts and commissions. A buy wager may have a different cost structure from a place wager, even where both refer to a similar dice total. Field and proposition bets are generally settled under their own rules and may have different mathematical characteristics.
A player comparing craps odds should ask:
- What exact event wins the wager?
- When does the bet lose, win or remain active?
- Is the payout fixed, or does it depend on the total?
- Is a commission charged, and when is it collected?
- Can the bet be removed or reduced before settlement?
- Does the live or digital version use the same rules as the displayed table?
For a real-money session, check the current terms before depositing or placing a wager: play craps online. No strategy removes the house edge, and a larger stake increases the amount exposed to the same mathematical conditions.
Payout Table
The table below is a comparison framework rather than a source of unverified figures. The supplied page data does not include a current, verified payout sheet, so numeric values should be taken directly from the operator’s rules or the land-based table layout before publication or play.
| Craps bet or bet family | Payout | Probability | House edge | What to verify |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pass Line | Check table rules | Check current rules | Calculate from verified rules | Come-out and point settlement |
| Don’t Pass | Check table rules | Check current rules | Calculate from verified rules | Push conditions and odds availability |
| Come | Check table rules | Check current rules | Calculate from verified rules | When the come bet travels to a point |
| Don’t Come | Check table rules | Check current rules | Calculate from verified rules | Push conditions and lay rules |
| Odds bet | Check table rules | Check current rules | Check underlying wager and limits | Maximum odds and whether commission applies |
| Place bet | Check table rules | Check current rules | Check the selected total | Working status and removal rules |
| Buy bet | Check table rules | Check current rules | Check payout and commission | Commission amount and timing |
| Lay bet | Check table rules | Check current rules | Check payout and commission | Whether the vig is charged upfront or on a win |
| Field bet | Check table rules | Check current rules | Calculate from the displayed schedule | One-roll settlement and special totals |
| Hardway bet | Check table rules | Check current rules | Calculate from the displayed schedule | Hardway definition and settlement |
| Proposition bet | Check table rules | Check current rules | Check each individual wager | One-roll result and exact payout |
A casino’s payout table should take priority over a generic chart. If the screen does not show the full rules, ask support or consult the operator’s official game information. Terms can change, and a familiar bet name does not guarantee identical payouts across variants.
Best and Worst Bets
There is no bet that guarantees a profit. In general, the most favourable choice is identified by comparing the lowest verified house edge with the rules, limits and commission attached to that wager. A bet with a low edge can still produce losses in a short session, and a bet with a high payout can still be unlikely to win.
Many experienced players examine line bets together with an available odds component because the odds portion is calculated differently from the base wager. However, the benefit depends on the table’s maximum odds, the underlying bet and the player’s total exposure. A player should not increase a stake simply to access a feature they do not understand.
Proposition wagers often attract attention because their payouts are prominently displayed. Evaluate each one independently instead of treating all craps bets as equivalent. Also check whether the selected bet remains active after a roll, whether it can be turned off, and whether the casino applies a special rule to a particular dice result.
Use this checklist before choosing a wager:
- Read the complete payout table, not just the headline payout.
- Confirm the wager’s minimum and maximum table limits.
- Check commissions on buy and lay bets.
- Confirm whether odds bets are available and what maximum applies.
- Understand when a bet wins, loses, pushes or stays active.
- Compare the house edge using the current rules.
- Avoid betting more because a previous roll lost.
- Treat free play and live-dealer versions as separate products until their rules are confirmed.
A free version can help explain the interface, but it does not make a real-money wager safer or more predictable. For another format, compare the free craps option and verify whether its rules match the real-money table.
Editorial note: This page intentionally does not insert unsupported RTP, payout or probability figures. A publishable numerical craps chart should be checked against the operator’s current rules, an identified statistical source and the exact variant being reviewed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the house edge in Craps?
There is no universal craps house-edge figure. It varies by wager and can also be affected by the game’s payout schedule, commission, odds limits and other rules. Check the exact bet rather than relying on a headline figure for the game as a whole.
Which Craps bet has the best odds?
The answer depends on the verified table rules and on whether “best odds” means the lowest house edge, the lowest variance or the simplest wager to understand. Odds wagers connected to an eligible line bet are commonly examined because their mathematical treatment differs from the base bet, but they still require extra stake and do not remove the casino advantage. Review the current payout table before choosing.
Can a craps strategy overcome the house edge?
No betting system can guarantee a profit or eliminate the house edge. A strategy can help organize bet selection and control stake size, but it cannot change the dice probabilities. For a broader comparison of formats, see our real-money craps guide.
Are craps payouts the same at every casino?
No assumption should be made without checking. Casinos may offer different variants, commissions, table limits and rules for similar bet names. Online, live-dealer and land-based tables should be reviewed separately.
Are live-dealer craps games different from digital craps?
They can differ in presentation, available betting options, limits and published rules. Confirm the game information shown by the operator before depositing, especially if you are comparing a live table with a free-play version.
Responsible Gambling
Craps is for adults only: 18+, or 21+ where local law requires. Set a spending and time limit before playing, never chase losses, and stop if gambling is no longer entertainment. In the US, call 1-800-GAMBLER; in New Zealand, call the Gambling Helpline on 0800 654 655; in Canada, contact your provincial problem gambling service.
Information last reviewed: October 2026