Is sports betting legal in Michigan?
Michigan launched mobile sports betting in January 2021 with one of the lowest tax rates and broadest operator participation in the US.
Mobile
Live
Retail
Live
Min age
21+
Launched
2021
Michigan launched retail sports betting in March 2020 and mobile on January 22, 2021. The state allows 15 mobile licenses tied to its three Detroit commercial casinos and 12 tribal casinos.
All major US sportsbooks are live. The 8.4% effective tax rate on mobile is among the lowest in the country.
Minimum age is 21. Michigan is consistently a top-10 US market by mobile handle.
Legal sportsbooks in Michigan
- DraftKings
- FanDuel
- BetMGM
- Caesars
- ESPN BET
- Fanatics
Tax rate
Michigan taxes licensed operators at 8.4%.
Frequently asked questions
Is sports betting legal in Michigan?
Yes — sports betting is fully legal in Michigan. Mobile wagering is live and retail sportsbooks operate at licensed casinos.
What is the minimum age to bet on sports in Michigan?
The minimum betting age in Michigan is 21.
Which sportsbooks are legal in Michigan?
DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars, ESPN BET, Fanatics.
When did sports betting launch in Michigan?
Sports betting launched in Michigan in 2021.
What is the sports betting tax rate in Michigan?
Michigan taxes licensed operators at 8.4%.