Fully Legal — Online & Retail Launched Aug 2018

Mississippi
Sports Betting

Mississippi has legal retail sports betting at casinos since 2018, but mobile betting is only permitted when physically on-site.

Launch DateAug 2018
OperatorsTribal
Tax Rate12%
Min Age21+
Overview

Sports Betting in Mississippi


Mississippi has legal retail sports betting at casinos since 2018, but mobile betting is only permitted when physically on-site.

Legal Status

Sports betting is fully legal in Mississippi, including both retail and online/mobile wagering. The market is regulated by the Mississippi Gaming Commission. The minimum age to bet is 21, and bettors must be physically located within Mississippi state lines to place a wager — residency is not required.

Tax and Regulation

Mississippi taxes sports betting operators at 12% of adjusted gross revenue. The state has 0 licensed sportsbook operators serving the market. The first sportsbooks launched in Aug 2018.

How to Start Betting in Mississippi

To place a legal sports bet in Mississippi, 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 Mississippi for the most current options.

Active Operators

Sportsbooks Available in Mississippi


The following 6 sportsbooks are currently licensed and active in Mississippi. All operators are regulated by the Mississippi Gaming Commission.