Ohio
Sports Betting
Ohio launched sports betting in January 2023 with 8 operators. Governor DeWine doubled the tax rate from 10% to 20% just 6 months after launch.
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Ohio launched sports betting in January 2023 with 8 operators. Governor DeWine doubled the tax rate from 10% to 20% just 6 months after launch.
Legal Status
Sports betting is fully legal in Ohio, including both retail and online/mobile wagering. The market is regulated by the Ohio Casino Control Commission. The minimum age to bet is 21, and bettors must be physically located within Ohio state lines to place a wager — residency is not required.
Tax and Regulation
Ohio taxes sports betting operators at 20% of adjusted gross revenue. The state has 8 licensed sportsbook operators serving the market. The first sportsbooks launched in Jan 2023.
How to Start Betting in Ohio
To place a legal sports bet in Ohio, 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 Ohio for the most current options.
Sportsbooks Available in Ohio
The following 8 sportsbooks are currently licensed and active in Ohio. All operators are regulated by the Ohio Casino Control Commission.
Full Ohio Sports Betting Guide
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