Implied Probability Calculator
Convert American moneyline odds to implied probability percentage for sports betting analysis.
What Is Implied Probability?
Implied probability converts American (moneyline) betting odds into the percentage chance of an outcome occurring, according to the bookmaker's line. It is widely used in sports betting analysis to compare odds across markets and identify value bets. See also the Decimal Odds Calculator and Fractional Odds Calculator.
Conversion Formulas
For positive American odds (+odds):
$$\text{Implied Probability} = \frac{100}{\text{odds} + 100}$$
For negative American odds (-odds):
$$\text{Implied Probability} = \frac{|\text{odds}|}{|\text{odds}| + 100}$$
Example: Basketball Moneyline
Golden State Warriors at -150 means you must bet $150 to win $100. Implied probability = $150 / (150 + 100) = 60\%$. Positive +200 odds imply $100 / (200 + 100) = 33.33\%$ chance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can implied probability be negative?
No. Probability always ranges from 0% to 100%. Enter the absolute value of the odds and select whether they are positive or negative.
What do positive American odds mean?
Positive odds show how much profit you win on a $100 bet. For example, +300 means a $100 bet returns $300 in profit if it wins.
What do negative American odds mean?
Negative odds show how much you must bet to win $100. For example, -150 means you bet $150 to win $100 in profit.
Does implied probability include the bookmaker margin?
Yes. Bookmaker odds include a margin (vig), so implied probabilities from all outcomes in a market typically sum to more than 100%.
What is the implied probability for +500 odds?
$100 / (500 + 100) = 16.67\%$. Positive odds use the formula $100 / (\text{odds} + 100)$.