Sports Betting in Kentucky
Kentucky online sports betting has been legal since September 2023.
Kentucky launched legal sports betting on September 7, 2023 (retail) and September 28, 2023 (online), making it one of the more recent additions to the legal landscape. The market is reasonably competitive, with 7+ licensed mobile operators including DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars, theScore Bet, Fanatics, and Bet365. Each operator must be tied to one of the state's nine licensed horse racing tracks. The state taxes online betting at 14.25% of adjusted gross revenue, with revenue funding the state's pension system. Wagering on Kentucky-based college teams (Louisville, Kentucky, Western Kentucky) is permitted, including most prop markets.
Key Facts
- Retail launched September 7, 2023; online launched September 28, 2023
- 7+ licensed mobile operators
- Each operator must partner with one of nine licensed horse racing tracks
- 14.25% tax on adjusted gross revenue funds state pension system
- In-state college team betting permitted
Legal Sportsbooks in Kentucky
Notable Restrictions
- Each mobile operator must partner with a licensed horse racing track
Responsible Gambling in Kentucky
Minimum betting age: 21. Kentucky problem gambling helpline: 1-800-426-2537 (24/7, free, confidential). See our responsible gambling resources for self-exclusion options and warning signs.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did sports betting launch in Kentucky?
Retail launched September 7, 2023; online launched September 28, 2023.
What sportsbooks are legal in Kentucky?
7+ licensed mobile operators including DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars, theScore Bet, Fanatics, and bet365.
Can I bet on Louisville and Kentucky basketball?
Yes. Wagers on Kentucky, Louisville, Western Kentucky and other in-state programs are permitted, including most prop markets.
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