Is sports betting legal in West Virginia?
West Virginia was one of the first states to launch post-PASPA. All major operators are live with a 10% tax rate.
Mobile
Live
Retail
Live
Min age
21+
Launched
2018
West Virginia launched retail sports betting in August 2018 and mobile in December 2018 — among the first states to do so after PASPA fell.
All major operators are live including DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars, ESPN BET, Fanatics, and BetRivers. Retail sportsbooks operate at the state's five commercial casinos.
Minimum age is 21. Tax rate is 10%.
Legal sportsbooks in West Virginia
- DraftKings
- FanDuel
- BetMGM
- Caesars
- ESPN BET
- Fanatics
- BetRivers
Tax rate
West Virginia taxes licensed operators at 10%.
Frequently asked questions
Is sports betting legal in West Virginia?
Yes — sports betting is fully legal in West Virginia. Mobile wagering is live and retail sportsbooks operate at licensed casinos.
What is the minimum age to bet on sports in West Virginia?
The minimum betting age in West Virginia is 21.
Which sportsbooks are legal in West Virginia?
DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars, ESPN BET, Fanatics, BetRivers.
When did sports betting launch in West Virginia?
Sports betting launched in West Virginia in 2018.
What is the sports betting tax rate in West Virginia?
West Virginia taxes licensed operators at 10%.