Maryland
Sports Betting
Maryland launched online betting in November 2022. The mobile tax rate was raised to 20% in June 2025. January 2026 handle hit $515.7M.
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Maryland launched online betting in November 2022. The mobile tax rate was raised to 20% in June 2025. January 2026 handle hit $515.7M.
Legal Status
Sports betting is fully legal in Maryland, including both retail and online/mobile wagering. The market is regulated by the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency. The minimum age to bet is 21, and bettors must be physically located within Maryland state lines to place a wager — residency is not required.
Tax and Regulation
Maryland taxes sports betting operators at 20% online / 15% retail of adjusted gross revenue. The state has 8 licensed sportsbook operators serving the market. The first sportsbooks launched in Nov 2022.
How to Start Betting in Maryland
To place a legal sports bet in Maryland, 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 Maryland for the most current options.
Sportsbooks Available in Maryland
The following 8 sportsbooks are currently licensed and active in Maryland. All operators are regulated by the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency.
FanDuel
Washington Commanders partner
→DraftKings
Market leader
→BetMGM
MGM National Harbor partner
→Caesars
Horseshoe Baltimore partner
→Fanatics
FanCash rewards
→bet365
International markets
→ESPN BET
Hollywood Casino Perryville partner
→BetRivers
Rush Street Interactive
→Full Maryland Sports Betting Guide
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