New Jersey
Sports Betting
15 licensed online operators, live since Jun 2018. Operator tax 19.75% online / 8.5% retail. Read on for legal status, current operators, and how to bet here.
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New Jersey was the state that took down PASPA at the Supreme Court. It has one of the largest and most mature sports betting markets in the US. The online tax was raised to 19.75% in the FY2026 budget (effective July 1, 2025), up from the original 13%.
Legal Status
Sports betting is fully legal in New Jersey, including both retail and online/mobile wagering. The market is regulated by the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement. The minimum age to bet is 21, and bettors must be physically located within New Jersey state lines to place a wager; residency is not required.
Tax and Regulation
New Jersey taxes sports betting operators at 19.75% online / 8.5% retail of adjusted gross revenue. The state has 15 licensed sportsbook operators serving the market. The first sportsbooks launched in Jun 2018.
How to Start Betting in New Jersey
To place a legal sports bet in New Jersey, 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 New Jersey for the most current options.
Sportsbooks Available in New Jersey
The following 15 sportsbooks are currently licensed and active in New Jersey. All operators are regulated by the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement.
FanDuel
Market leader; Meadowlands partner
Welcome offerGet $300 Back in Bonus Bets, 10 Days of No-Sweat Bets
National · 26 states→DraftKings
Resorts AC partner
Welcome offerBet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets + NCAA Tournament Profit Boost
National · 30 states→bet365
Hard Rock AC partner
Welcome offerBet $10, Get $365 in Bonus Bets (Win or Lose)
National · 18 states→BetMGM
Borgata partner; Devils partner
Welcome offerFirst Bet Offer Up to $1,500 in Bonus Bets
National · 26 states→Caesars
Caesars AC
Welcome offerBet $1, Double Your Winnings Next 10 Bets (up to $25 per token)
National · 26 states→Hard Rock Bet
Hard Rock Atlantic City
Welcome offerDouble Your Winnings on Your First 10 Bets
National · 10 states→Fanatics
FanCash rewards
Welcome offerBet $5, Get $200 in FanCash Instantly (or up to $1,000 matched)
National · 21 states→BetRivers
Golden Nugget partner
Welcome offer2nd Chance Bet Up to $500 in Bonus Bets
National · 16 states→SuperBook
Meadowlands partner
Welcome offerVaries by state
→theScore Bet
Hollywood Casino
Welcome offerBet $10, Get $250 in Bonus Bets Instantly
National · 19 states→Bally Bet
Bally AC partner
Welcome offerVaries by state; check site for current offer
National · 9 states→Borgata
MGM Resorts brand
PointsBet
Meadowlands partner
Tipico
Regional operator
Unibet
Hard Rock AC partner
Operator comparison · New Jersey · sorted by editorial rating
| # | Operator | Rating | Welcome Bonus | New Jersey note | Action |
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| 1 | FanDuel Flutter Entertainment plc (NYSE: FLUT) | Get $300 Back in Bonus Bets, 10 Days of No-Sweat Bets | Market leader; Meadowlands partner | Read review → | |
| 2 | DraftKings DraftKings Inc. (NASDAQ: DKNG) | Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets + NCAA Tournament Profit Boost | Resorts AC partner | Read review → | |
| 3 | bet365 Hillside (Gaming) ENC (private) | Bet $10, Get $365 in Bonus Bets (Win or Lose) | Hard Rock AC partner | Read review → | |
| 4 | BetMGM MGM Resorts International & Entain plc (50/50 JV) | First Bet Offer Up to $1,500 in Bonus Bets | Borgata partner; Devils partner | Read review → | |
| 5 | Caesars Caesars Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: CZR) | Bet $1, Double Your Winnings Next 10 Bets (up to $25 per token) | Caesars AC | Read review → | |
| 6 | Hard Rock Bet Seminole Hard Rock Digital (Seminole Tribe of Florida) | Double Your Winnings on Your First 10 Bets | Hard Rock Atlantic City | Read review → | |
| 7 | Fanatics Fanatics Betting & Gaming | Bet $5, Get $200 in FanCash Instantly (or up to $1,000 matched) | FanCash rewards | Read review → | |
| 8 | BetRivers Rush Street Interactive (NYSE: RSI) | 2nd Chance Bet Up to $500 in Bonus Bets | Golden Nugget partner | Read review → | |
| 9 | SuperBook Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino | Varies by state | Meadowlands partner | Read review → | |
| 10 | theScore Bet PENN Entertainment (NASDAQ: PENN) | Bet $10, Get $250 in Bonus Bets Instantly | Hollywood Casino | Read review → | |
| 11 | Bally Bet Bally's Corporation (NYSE: BALY) | Varies by state; check site for current offer | Bally AC partner | Read review → | |
| 12 | Borgata | -- | Varies | MGM Resorts brand | -- |
| 13 | PointsBet | -- | Varies | Meadowlands partner | -- |
| 14 | Tipico | -- | Varies | Regional operator | -- |
| 15 | Unibet | -- | Varies | Hard Rock AC partner | -- |
All operators above are licensed by the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement and accept bets only from inside New Jersey state lines (verified by geolocation). Tax rate: 19.75% online / 8.5% retail. Minimum age: 21. See where New Jersey's sports betting tax revenue actually goes →
Best sportsbook in New Jersey → Compare New Jersey welcome bonuses →
New Jersey Operator Comparison · Who Wins What
Five decision axes across the top 5 licensed operators in New Jersey. We compute the winner per axis from operator metadata (rating, bonus dollar amount, app store rating, payout speed, payment-method count). Use this as a shortcut when you want one operator for one specific reason.
- Editor's pick Best overall ratingFanDuelRating 4.8 / 5
- Biggest bonus Highest headline dollar valueBetMGM$1,500
- Best mobile app Combined iOS + Android ratingFanDueliOS 4.8 · Android 4.7
- Fastest payout Quickest verified withdrawal pathFanDuelPayPal (under 1 hour)
- Most payment methods Widest deposit / withdrawal rangeFanDuel9 methods
Bottom line for New Jersey: FanDuel is our top pick at 4.8 / 5. Polished mobile app and the SGP+ builder, which lets bettors create same-game parlays faster and with better correlation pricing than at competitors. Different bettor profiles may prefer the category-specific winners above (sharp parlay players favor the SGP+ leader; small-stake casuals usually do better with whichever operator carries the lowest rollover requirement).
Need help? You're not alone
Sports betting in New Jersey is for adults 21+. If gambling stops being fun, or you're worried about someone else, these New Jersey-relevant resources are free, confidential, and available 24/7.
Helplines
- 1-800-426-2537 1-800-GAMBLER (National Problem Gambling Helpline) Text "HELPLINE" to 800GAM (800426) ncpg.org ↗
- 1-800-426-2537 New Jersey: 1-800-GAMBLER 800gambler.org ↗
Warning signs include: chasing losses, betting more than you can afford, hiding bets from family, or feeling anxious when not betting. Self-exclusion programs are available through every licensed New Jersey operator and through the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement.
Pro teams based in New Jersey
New Jersey is home to 3 major professional teams across the NFL, NBA, MLB, and NHL. Click any team for a dedicated betting guide.
How to bet on sports in New Jersey
A step-by-step walkthrough for placing your first legal sports bet in New Jersey.
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Choose a licensed sportsbook
New Jersey has 15 licensed online sportsbooks, with FanDuel the largest national operator. National books like DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, and Caesars use a single account that works across all legal states.
- 02
Verify you are 21+ and a US resident
Sign up online with your legal name, date of birth, address, and last four of your SSN. Operators verify your identity through a soft credit check; this does not affect your credit score.
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Confirm your location is inside the state
Operators use device geolocation to confirm you are physically inside New Jersey at the moment of betting. Residency is not required; visitors can bet here. You cannot bet from outside the state, even if your account is registered to a New Jersey address.
- 04
Fund your account
Most operators accept ACH bank transfer, debit card, credit card, PayPal, Venmo, online banking, and pay-by-app methods like Apple Pay. Deposits typically clear instantly.
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Place your first bet
Pick a market (moneyline, spread, total, or prop), set your stake, and review the bet slip before submitting. Most operators show your potential payout inline before you confirm.
New Jersey Sports Betting Timeline
Key milestones in the New Jersey legal sports betting market, from the federal PASPA ruling through launch and ongoing regulatory changes.
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PASPA struck down
Supreme Court ruling in Murphy v. NCAA returned sports betting authority to the states.
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New Jersey launches sports betting
Market goes live under New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement.
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New Jersey launches first post-PASPA sports betting market
NJ launched legal sports betting in June 2018, less than a month after Murphy v. NCAA struck down PASPA, the case NJ itself brought to the Supreme Court. Now one of the largest US markets.
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New Jersey raises online sports betting tax to 19.75%
New Jersey finalized its FY26 budget on June 30, 2025, raising the online sports betting tax from 13% to 19.75% (effective July 1, 2025). The same rate applies to online casino and DFS. Retail sports betting tax stays at 8.5%. The increase is projected to generate $250M in additional state revenue.
New Jersey Sports Betting FAQ
Is online sports betting legal in New Jersey?
Yes, online sports betting is fully legal in New Jersey. The market launched in Jun 2018 and is regulated by the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement. 15 licensed operators currently serve the state.
What is the minimum age to bet on sports in New Jersey?
You must be at least 21 years old to place a legal sports bet in New Jersey. Operators verify age via SSN and ID checks during account registration.
Which sportsbooks are available in New Jersey?
New Jersey has 15 licensed online operators including FanDuel, DraftKings, BetMGM, Caesars, Fanatics, and 10 more.
What is the sports betting tax rate in New Jersey?
New Jersey taxes sports betting operators at 19.75% online / 8.5% retail of adjusted gross revenue. This is paid by the operator, not the bettor, but it does affect promo offers and pricing competitiveness.
Do I have to live in New Jersey to bet there?
No, residency is not required. You only need to be physically located inside New Jersey state lines when placing the bet; the sportsbook verifies your location via geolocation. Visitors from other states can bet in New Jersey.
Can I bet on college sports in New Jersey?
New Jersey restricts betting on in-state college teams. Out-of-state college games and pro sports are allowed.
Full New Jersey sports betting guide
This page gives you the essentials. If you want the complete picture (detailed sportsbook reviews, promo codes, market data, timeline, FAQs specific to New Jersey, and more), visit our dedicated New Jersey site at bettinginnj.com. It's built specifically for bettors in New Jersey with all the local details we couldn't fit here.
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