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Online Gambling in New York 2025

Sports Betting Legal
Online Casinos Not Legal

New York is the biggest sports betting market in America by total handle, despite having the highest tax rate of any state at 51%. The massive population keeps all major operators present and competing. Note: online casino gambling is not yet legal in NY — that's still pending legislation.

New York Gambling — Key Facts

Mobile sports betting launched January 2022

Highest tax rate in the US (51%) — fewer promos than other states

Largest single-state betting market by revenue

Online casino gambling legalization debated but not yet passed

Best Sportsbooks in New York

#1 TOP PICK
#1
DK
DraftKings SportsbookEditor's Choice

Best odds boosts & same-game parlays in the US

4.9
(4,521 reviews)
Risk-Free Bet

Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets

Code:DK200
Beti Sasa
Available in 25+ US states
Innovative same-game parlay builder
Lines can be sharp (tough for sharp bettors)
Est. 2012 · Min. deposit $5

21+. Available in select states only. New customers only. $5 deposit required. Bonus bets expire in 7 days. T&Cs apply.

#2
FD
FanDuel SportsbookBest NFL Odds

$150 bonus bets guaranteed on first bet

4.8
(3,987 reviews)
Guaranteed Bonus Bets

Bet $5, Get $150 Bonus Bets

Code:FAN150
Beti Sasa
Guaranteed $150 bonus bets regardless of outcome
No-sweat same-game parlay promos
Limited player props vs. competitors
Est. 2018 · Min. deposit $10

21+. New customers only. Available in select states. $5 minimum first bet. Bonus bets non-withdrawable. T&Cs apply.

#3
CZS

Your first bet is on Caesars — up to $1,000

4.6
(2,102 reviews)
First Bet Match

First Bet on Caesars up to $1,000

Code:CZSFULL
Beti Sasa
Caesars Rewards loyalty program integration
Great odds on NBA and MLB
Website can lag during major events
Est. 2021 · Min. deposit $10

21+. Available in select states. First bet on Caesars up to $1,000. Issued as bonus bets if first bet loses. T&Cs apply.

Official Regulator

All licensed operators in New York are regulated and audited by:

New York State Gaming Commission

Visit official website

Only bet with operators licensed by the above regulator. Unlicensed offshore sites offer no legal protections.