You’ve organized a poker tournament or a fantasy league, and you have collected the entry fees. Now comes the hard part: How do you divide the money?
Our Prize Pool Split Calculator generates professional payout structures instantly. Whether you want a “Winner Take All” or a standard “Top 15% Paid” distribution, this tool handles the math.
Prize Pool Split Calculator
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Common Payout Structures
- Winner Take All: 1st place gets 100%. High drama, but bad for retention.
- Standard Top 3 (Steep): Usually 50% / 30% / 20%. This rewards the winner heavily while giving a decent return to the runner-ups.
- Flat Structure: Spreads money more evenly (e.g., 40% / 30% / 20% / 10%). Good for friendly games to keep everyone happy.
Example: Home Poker Game
10 Players buy in for $50 each. Total Pot: $500.
Using the “Standard Top 3” model, the calculator suggests:
- 1st Place: $250 (50%)
- 2nd Place: $150 (30%)
- 3rd Place: $100 (20%)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the standard percentage of players paid?
In professional poker tournaments (like WSOP), typically 10% to 15% of the field gets paid. For smaller home games (under 20 players), paying the top 3 or top 4 is standard.