| Game | Jackpot Odds (Per Ticket) | Ticket Cost | $10 Spend - Number of Tickets | $10 Spend - Combined Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mega Millions | 1 in 290,472,336 | $5 | 2 | 1 in 145,236,168 |
| Powerball | 1 in 292,201,338 | $2 | 5 | 1 in 58,440,268 |
While Mega Millions slightly improved its odds, its $5 ticket price reduces its value per dollar.
Powerball offers better jackpot odds for the same $10 spend.
Powerball is the more cost-efficient option.