While it might seem like a distant dream, the United States is finally starting to legalize online betting. In the next several years, the list of states that will be able to do so will grow considerably.
A state-by-state interactive map will help you determine which states are already operating online sportsbooks and which ones are awaiting approval. There are currently 22 states that have passed legislation that allows for legal online betting, with many more on the way in the coming years.
The states that are already legalizing sports betting include: New Jersey, Mississippi, Ohio, Iowa, Illinois, Louisiana, Maryland, Missouri, Colorado, Virginia, Nebraska, Kansas, and Maine. Wyoming is scheduled to launch its first sportsbook app in September 2021.
Although Texas is unlikely to go online anytime soon, the state could become a target in the next few years. According to gaming industry analysts, the state’s shift in demographics may make it an attractive target.
Montana is one of the few states that doesn’t yet allow online betting. However, the state has several tribal casinos that can take bets. This has resulted in a small but active digital market.
Indiana is the latest state to pass legislation allowing for legal sports betting. It became the thirteenth state to authorize sports betting in the United States. After a long battle, the state approved online wagering in October 2019.
Arkansas is a state that was never considered as a potential sports betting state. However, it has a small population and has no professional sports teams. As such, the state is hesitant to join the ranks of the online betting states.