A closer look: NH Lottery profits

State data shows that lottery revenue has soared in recent years.

Additional data notes from state officials: For years 1964 through 1973 Prizes include prizes paid expense only. Years 1974 through 1998 costs of sales include prizes, agent commissions, vendor fees, instant ticket printing fees, advertising and promotional expenses. Effective 1999 advertising and promotional expenses are no longer included in cost of sales; they are now part of operating expenses. There was inadequate data to restate cost of sales for the years 1964 through 1973.
Chart: NHPRSource: NH Lottery Commission Financial ReportsCreated with Datawrapper