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The landscape of online sports betting in the USA is rapidly evolving. Following the Supreme Court’s 2018 decision to overturn the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA), states have been individually legalizing and regulating sports wagering. This article provides a detailed overview of the current status, as of late 2023/early 2024, focusing on states with operational online sportsbooks.
Key States with Legal Online Sports Betting
Arizona
Launched in September 2021, Arizona allows online betting through operators like DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, and Caesars. Requirements include being 21+ and physically located within state lines. Tax rate is 20% on gross revenue.
Arkansas
Online sports betting is limited. Currently, in-person betting is available, with potential for mobile wagering tied to a specific casino. Expect slow expansion.
Colorado
Went live in May 2020. Major operators are present. Minimum age is 21. Tax rate is 10% of net sports betting proceeds.
Connecticut
Launched in October 2021. The state allows online betting through the Connecticut Lottery Corporation and partnerships with Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods. Limited operator choices.
Illinois
Online registration was initially restricted, requiring in-person sign-ups, but that has been temporarily lifted. Popular operators include DraftKings, FanDuel, and BetRivers. High tax rate (35%) impacts promotional offers.
Indiana
Launched in October 2019. A competitive market with numerous operators. 21+ age requirement. Tax rate is 10%.
Iowa
Went live in August 2019. Operators must partner with land-based casinos. 21+ age requirement. Tax rate is 6.75%.
Kansas
Launched in September 2022. Operators include DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, and Caesars. Tax rate is 10%.
Kentucky
Recently launched in September 2023. A new market with significant growth potential. Operators include FanDuel, DraftKings, and Bet365.
Louisiana
A phased rollout. Some parishes opted out. Major operators are now live. 21+ age requirement. Tax rate varies by parish.
Maryland
Launched in November 2022. A competitive market with several operators. 21+ age requirement. Tax rate is 10%.
Massachusetts
Launched in March 2023. Operators include DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, and Caesars. Strict regulations.
Michigan
Launched in January 2021. A robust market with many operators. 21+ age requirement. Tax rate is 8.4%.
Mississippi
Primarily in-person betting. Limited mobile options tied to casino properties.
Nevada
Long-established sports betting market. Mobile betting requires in-person registration. Highly regulated.
New Jersey
A pioneer in online sports betting, launching in 2018. The most mature market with the widest range of operators. 21+ age requirement.
New York
Launched in January 2022. A massive market with high revenue potential. Operators include DraftKings, FanDuel, Caesars, and BetMGM. High tax rate (51%).
Ohio
Launched in January 2023. A competitive market with numerous operators. 21+ age requirement.
Pennsylvania
Launched in 2019. A large and competitive market. Operators include DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, and Caesars. Tax rate is 36%.
Rhode Island
Limited mobile options, primarily tied to the state lottery.
Tennessee
Exclusively online sports betting. No land-based casinos. Operators include DraftKings and FanDuel.
Virginia
Launched in January 2021. Operators include DraftKings, FanDuel, and BetMGM. Tax rate is 15%.
States Considering Legalization
Several states are actively considering legislation to legalize online sports betting, including California, Texas, and Florida. Progress is often slow due to political and regulatory hurdles.
