Is sports betting legal in Colorado?
Colorado is one of the most competitive US sports betting markets, with 20+ mobile apps live and a relatively low 10% tax rate.
Mobile
Live
Retail
Live
Min age
21+
Launched
2020
Colorado launched mobile and retail sports betting on May 1, 2020 after voters narrowly approved Proposition DD in 2019. The state's 10% tax rate is among the lowest in the US, which has attracted nearly every national operator.
Over 20 mobile sportsbooks have been live at some point. All major brands operate in the state including DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars, ESPN BET, Fanatics, Hard Rock Bet, and BetRivers.
Retail sportsbooks operate at casinos in Black Hawk, Central City, and Cripple Creek. Minimum age is 21.
Colorado is widely considered one of the best states for price comparison and +EV betting because of the operator competition.
Legal sportsbooks in Colorado
- DraftKings
- FanDuel
- BetMGM
- Caesars
- ESPN BET
- Fanatics
- Hard Rock Bet
- BetRivers
Tax rate
Colorado taxes licensed operators at 10%.
Frequently asked questions
Is sports betting legal in Colorado?
Yes — sports betting is fully legal in Colorado. Mobile wagering is live and retail sportsbooks operate at licensed casinos.
What is the minimum age to bet on sports in Colorado?
The minimum betting age in Colorado is 21.
Which sportsbooks are legal in Colorado?
DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars, ESPN BET, Fanatics, Hard Rock Bet, BetRivers.
When did sports betting launch in Colorado?
Sports betting launched in Colorado in 2020.
What is the sports betting tax rate in Colorado?
Colorado taxes licensed operators at 10%.