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How Casino Odds and the House Edge Work
Every casino game, from the flashing lights of the slot machines to the felt of the blackjack table, is built on a mathematical foundation. This foundation is the house edge (or house advantage), a term that every player should understand.
What is the House Edge?
The house edge is the long-term mathematical advantage that the casino has over the player in any given game. This is typically shown as a percentage figure. A 2% house edge implies an average casino profit of $2 for casino every $100 bet.
This is not a guarantee of results in the short term, but a mathematical certainty over a massive sample size. In the short term, players can and casino do win significant amounts of money—that’s the nature of gambling. Yet, the law of large numbers guarantees the casino will profit in the end.
House Edge in Popular Casino Games
The house edge varies significantly from one game to another. Playing games with a lower house advantage improves your odds and extends your playing time.
| Game | House Win % | Key Points |
|---|---|---|
| Pontoon | Around 0.5% | Requires optimal play (basic strategy) to achieve the lowest edge. |
| Baccarat (Banker Bet) | Approximately 1.06% | The Tie bet has a very high edge (~14%) and should be avoided. |
| Dice Game | Around 1.4% | Many of the proposition bets have a much higher house edge. |
| French Roulette | Exactly 2.70% | The single zero on the wheel gives it a much lower edge than the American version. |
| Roulette (American) | 5.26% | The addition of a double zero (“00”) nearly doubles the house edge. |
| Slots | Highly variable | Can have one of the highest house edges in the casino. |
This knowledge allows you to manage your bankroll more effectively. This understanding is key to strategic bankroll management and maximizing the entertainment value of your casino visit.