Is sports betting legal in New York?
New York launched mobile sports betting in January 2022 and immediately became the largest US market by handle. The 51% tax rate is the highest among competitive states.
Mobile
Live
Retail
Live
Min age
21+
Launched
2022
New York launched mobile sports betting on January 8, 2022 with nine licensed operators. It immediately became the largest US sports betting market by monthly handle, regularly exceeding $1.5B/month.
All major brands are live. Retail sportsbooks operate at upstate commercial casinos (Resorts World Catskills, Rivers Schenectady, etc.). Downstate casinos in NYC are pending license awards.
Minimum age is 21. The 51% tax rate is the highest among any competitive US market and has visibly compressed operator promotions.
Legal sportsbooks in New York
- DraftKings
- FanDuel
- BetMGM
- Caesars
- ESPN BET
- Fanatics
- BetRivers
- WynnBET
Tax rate
New York taxes licensed operators at 51%.
Frequently asked questions
Is sports betting legal in New York?
Yes — sports betting is fully legal in New York. Mobile wagering is live and retail sportsbooks operate at licensed casinos.
What is the minimum age to bet on sports in New York?
The minimum betting age in New York is 21.
Which sportsbooks are legal in New York?
DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars, ESPN BET, Fanatics, BetRivers, WynnBET.
When did sports betting launch in New York?
Sports betting launched in New York in 2022.
What is the sports betting tax rate in New York?
New York taxes licensed operators at 51%.