Why does lottery seem to be won in California or Florida more often? (But with a twist) Yeah yeah, I understand. I saw someone else post this exact same thing. So to not have the exact same answers pop up, here's the answer most came up with. States with higher populations will have a higher ratio of wins compared to those with lower population, however all odds are equal no matter the state. My only singular rebuttal to that is, then what's the deal with Texas??? The second most populous state and yet Florida and California seem to be the main two populous states. I did read something about conservative religion states seem to purchase tickets way less. And I wonder if there's something to that.