California Pick 3

California Daily 3 is one of the USA's many state Pick 3-style lotteries, but one big thing sets it apart: instead of having fixed prizes, CA Daily 3 prizes are awarded on a pari-mutuel basis, so they change from one draw to the next. The top prize has been known to surpass $800, although it's usually closer to $500. On top of that, the state of California doesn't levy any state taxes on lottery winnings either!

Players pick between the Straight, Box, and Straight/Box play types, and plays always cost $1 so, as far as the Pick games go, California's rules are pretty straightforward. Players aiming to win the top prize should opt for the Straight play type, and will need to match all three winning numbers in the order they're drawn.

Our dedicated CA.pick-3.com website offers a host of tailored California-specific Daily 3 content. Check the latest winning numbers, or our Results Database to find historic draws. You can use our Daily 3 Statistics page to make some educated picks for the next draw, or leave it down to luck with our Random Number Generator. If you're new to the game, try our How to Play guide, or visit our FAQ section.