Online sports betting is live in 31 states plus Washington, DC. Select a state to see its regulator, minimum age, launch date and the licensed sportsbooks we review there.
Online sports betting is run through the Wabanaki Nations; tribal-exclusive online casino became law in January 2026 (LD 1164), with rules still in progress and launch now targeted for 2027, and a lawsuit challenges the tribal exclusivity.
Retail only, at licensed racetrack casinos. Ballot measures 440 and 441 to legalize online sports betting were trailing with about 45% support in unofficial 3 November 2026 returns (not yet certified).
Sports betting has been legal since 1949 and mobile apps run by Nevada casinos operate statewide (no single launch month); online poker since 2013, but no online casino games.
Tribal casinos offer in-person betting; a tribal-only statewide mobile law was signed on 9 April 2026 but apps had not launched by November 2026. Age varies by tribal casino and was not confirmed for every venue.
Since the Supreme Court struck down the federal ban in May 2018, every state decides for itself whether to allow sports betting and how. The result is a patchwork: some states license a dozen online sportsbooks, some allow a single operator or the state lottery, and some only allow bets at a casino or tribal venue.
Legal online sports betting (32)
Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wyoming.
In-person betting only (8)
Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota, Washington, Wisconsin. In these states you can bet at a licensed casino, racetrack or tribal venue, but there is no statewide mobile betting.
Missouri: online betting launched December 2025. Online and retail sports betting launched 1 December 2025 after voters approved Amendment 2 in 2024.
North Carolina: online betting launched March 2024. Online betting launched 11 March 2024; tribal casinos also offer retail betting.
Vermont: online betting launched January 2024. Online-only market with a small number of licensed sportsbooks.
How to bet legally
Only use a sportsbook licensed by the regulator in the state where you are when you bet. Every legal app checks your location before taking a bet, verifies your identity, and offers deposit limits and self-exclusion. Compare the licensed options on our US sportsbooks page, or look a brand up in our licence checker.
Status is checked against state regulators and reputable trackers; each state's regulator is linked on the map. Laws change quickly, so confirm with your state regulator. 21+ only. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER, or your state line: New York: 1-877-8-HOPENY (1-877-846-7369) or text HOPENY (467369); Arizona: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783); Ohio: 1-800-589-9966; Tennessee: 1-800-889-9789 (call or text).
Frequently asked questions
How many states have legal sports betting?
As of November 2026, online sports betting is live in 31 states plus Washington, DC, and 8 more states allow betting in person only. 11 states have no legal sports betting.
Can I bet on sports in a state where it is not legal?
Legal sportsbook apps use geolocation and only accept bets while you are physically inside a state where they are licensed. You can open an account elsewhere, but you can only place bets once you are inside a legal state.
What is the legal age for sports betting in the US?
It is 21 in almost every state. A few states and tribal venues allow betting from 18; the state panel on the map shows the age for each state.
Are offshore sportsbooks legal?
No. Offshore sites are not licensed by any US state, so players have no regulator to turn to if a site refuses to pay. We only list sportsbooks licensed by a state regulator.
Are prediction markets the same as sports betting?
No. Sports event contracts from federally regulated exchanges are not licensed by state gaming regulators, and several states are challenging them in court. They are not included on this map.
