Keno is a game of terrible odds but high excitement. The biggest mistake players make is choosing too many numbers (e.g., Pick 10), chasing a jackpot that is mathematically harder to hit than the lottery.
Our Keno Odds Calculator uses the hypergeometric distribution to show you the exact mathematical chance of catching your numbers for any “Pick” strategy.
How to Read the Results
The calculator generates a table showing the probability for every possible outcome (Catch 0, Catch 1, etc.).
Example: The “Pick 10” Trap
If you select 10 numbers, you are hoping to catch 10/10 for the jackpot.
- Odds of Catching 10: 1 in 8,911,711. (Extremely Rare)
- Odds of Catching 5: 1 in 19. (Most common winning outcome)
- Odds of Catching 0: 1 in 22. (Yes, it is very likely you hit nothing!)
Strategic Advice
Mathematically, the best RTP (Return to Player) in Keno is usually found in the Pick 4 to Pick 7 range. In this range, the payouts for hitting “most” of your numbers are reasonable compared to the difficulty of hitting them.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Does playing the same numbers help?
No. Keno uses a Random Number Generator (RNG). Every draw is independent. The numbers drawn in the last game have zero influence on the next game. Your “lucky numbers” have the exact same mathematical probability as any other set.
What is the “Catch All” probability?
It decreases exponentially.
Pick 1: 1 in 4 (25%)
Pick 5: 1 in 1,550
Pick 10: 1 in 8.9 Million