Fully Legal — Online & Retail Launched Nov 2022

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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Launch DateNov 2022
Operators8
Tax Rate20% online / 15% retail
Min Age21+
Overview

Sports Betting in Maryland


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.

Active Operators

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.

Deep Dive

Full Maryland Sports Betting Guide


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