Sports Betting Legal States 2026

States Where Sports Betting Is Legal

Sports betting is fully legal in a growing number of U.S. states, with regulated markets that allow wagering through licensed operators. In many of these states, betting is available both online and in person, though specific formats may vary.

States in this category include Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wyoming. While broadly legal, regulations such as licensing, tax structures, and platform availability differ by state.

States Where Sports Betting Is Legal (Retail Only)

Some states allow sports betting only at physical locations, such as licensed casinos or designated facilities, and do not permit statewide online wagering.

States in this category include Delaware, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota, Washington, and Wisconsin. In these states, access to sports betting is more limited and typically requires in-person participation at approved venues.

States Where Sports Betting Is Illegal

In some states, sports betting remains illegal and is not authorized under current law. These states have not established regulated markets for either online or in-person wagering.

States in this category include Alabama, Alaska, California, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Minnesota, Missouri, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Texas, and Utah. In these states, sports betting is generally prohibited, though laws may change over time.