Massachusetts
Sports Betting
Massachusetts launched online betting in March 2023 with 7 operators. DraftKings (Boston-based) dominates. Credit cards prohibited for deposits.
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Massachusetts launched online betting in March 2023 with 7 operators. DraftKings (Boston-based) dominates. Credit cards prohibited for deposits.
Legal Status
Sports betting is fully legal in Massachusetts, including both retail and online/mobile wagering. The market is regulated by the Massachusetts Gaming Commission. The minimum age to bet is 21, and bettors must be physically located within Massachusetts state lines to place a wager — residency is not required.
Tax and Regulation
Massachusetts taxes sports betting operators at 20% online / 15% retail of adjusted gross revenue. The state has 7 licensed sportsbook operators serving the market. The first sportsbooks launched in Mar 2023.
How to Start Betting in Massachusetts
To place a legal sports bet in Massachusetts, you must (1) be at least 21 years old, (2) be physically located within the state (verified by geolocation), and (3) create an account with a licensed operator. Most major sportsbooks including DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, and Caesars are available in most legal states — check the operator list specific to Massachusetts for the most current options.
Sportsbooks Available in Massachusetts
The following 7 sportsbooks are currently licensed and active in Massachusetts. All operators are regulated by the Massachusetts Gaming Commission.
DraftKings
Boston-based — market leader
→FanDuel
Boston Bruins official partner
→BetMGM
MGM Springfield retail partner
→Caesars
Caesars Rewards
→Fanatics
FanCash program
→theScore Bet
Plainridge Park (PENN) — formerly ESPN BET
Bally Bet
Launched 2024
→Full Massachusetts Sports Betting Guide
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