Is sports betting legal in Tennessee?
Tennessee is one of two US states with mobile-only sports betting (no retail). The state taxes handle, not revenue.
Mobile
Live
Retail
—
Min age
21+
Launched
2020
Tennessee launched mobile sports betting in November 2020. The state has no commercial or tribal casinos, making it the first US state with a mobile-only market.
All major operators are live. There are no retail sportsbooks in the state.
Tennessee taxes 1.85% of total handle (since July 2023) instead of taxing operator revenue — an unusual model that effectively forces operators to maintain a minimum hold percentage.
Minimum age is 21.
Legal sportsbooks in Tennessee
- DraftKings
- FanDuel
- BetMGM
- Caesars
- ESPN BET
- Fanatics
Tax rate
Tennessee taxes licensed operators at 1.85% of handle.
Frequently asked questions
Is sports betting legal in Tennessee?
Yes — sports betting is fully legal in Tennessee. Mobile wagering is live and no retail sportsbooks are open.
What is the minimum age to bet on sports in Tennessee?
The minimum betting age in Tennessee is 21.
Which sportsbooks are legal in Tennessee?
DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars, ESPN BET, Fanatics.
When did sports betting launch in Tennessee?
Sports betting launched in Tennessee in 2020.
What is the sports betting tax rate in Tennessee?
Tennessee taxes licensed operators at 1.85% of handle.