Is sports betting legal in Illinois?
Illinois is a top-5 US handle market. A 2024 tax hike moved the state to a progressive 20–40% rate, the second-highest among major markets.
Mobile
Live
Retail
Live
Min age
21+
Launched
2020
Illinois launched retail sports betting in March 2020 and mobile in June 2020. Eligible operators must partner with a licensed Illinois casino or pro sports venue.
All major national brands operate in the state. Retail sportsbooks are live at riverboat and land-based casinos including Rivers Des Plaines and at the United Center, Wrigley Field, Wintrust Arena, and Guaranteed Rate Field.
A 2024 budget deal replaced the previous flat 15% tax with a progressive structure: 20% on the first $30M of adjusted gross revenue per operator, scaling to 40% above $200M. The change has not yet visibly reduced operator activity but may compress promotions.
Minimum age is 21.
Legal sportsbooks in Illinois
- DraftKings
- FanDuel
- BetMGM
- Caesars
- ESPN BET
- Fanatics
- BetRivers
Tax rate
Illinois taxes licensed operators at 20–40% progressive.
Frequently asked questions
Is sports betting legal in Illinois?
Yes — sports betting is fully legal in Illinois. Mobile wagering is live and retail sportsbooks operate at licensed casinos.
What is the minimum age to bet on sports in Illinois?
The minimum betting age in Illinois is 21.
Which sportsbooks are legal in Illinois?
DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars, ESPN BET, Fanatics, BetRivers.
When did sports betting launch in Illinois?
Sports betting launched in Illinois in 2020.
What is the sports betting tax rate in Illinois?
Illinois taxes licensed operators at 20–40% progressive.