Cross-game reference
House-edge numbers are only comparable when their assumptions are.
This table uses clearly labeled benchmarks rather than pretending an entire game has one immutable percentage.
| Game / wager | Benchmark | Important assumption |
|---|---|---|
| Baccarat Banker | ~1.06% | Common 5% commission game |
| Blackjack | ~0.41% | Example six-deck S17 game with correct basic strategy; rules matter |
| Roulette single zero | 2.70% | Ordinary standard payouts, no special surrender rule |
| Roulette double zero | 5.26% | Ordinary standard payouts |
| Craps Pass | 1.41% | Per bet resolved |
| Craps Don’t Pass | ~1.36% | Common 12-push rule; denominator convention matters |
| Craps odds | 0% | Odds portion only; line bet is still required |
Do not rank games from one number
Speed of play, wager size, optional side bets, strategy errors and rule variations can dominate real-session cost. House edge is a useful rate, not a complete budget forecast.