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BetMGM States: Where Is BetMGM Legal in the US?

Updated at: May 16th, 2025
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Below, we give you all the information on what states is BetMGM legal in.

BetMGM is one of the largest US online gambling operators, with sportsbook, casino, and poker operations nationwide.

As of May 2025, BetMGM Sportsbook is legal across more than 20 states, while BetMGM Casino is available in six states.

BetMGM also operates retail sportsbooks in various cities courtesy of its access to MGM Resorts.

This guide shows every US state where BetMGM is legal, what’s available (sportsbook and casino), retail locations, and what to expect if your state is next.

BetMGM sign up page for sports betting in USA

BetMGM legal states May 2025

State

Launch date

online sportsbook

casino

retail sportsbook

Arizona

2021

✅ (Chase Field)

Colorado

2020

✅ (Midnight Rose)

Washington D.C.

2021

✅ (Nationals Park)

Illinois

2022

Indiana

2020

Iowa

2020

✅ (Diamond Jo)

Kansas

2022

Kentucky

2023

Louisiana

2022

✅ (Beau Rivage, Gold Strike)

Massachusetts

2023

✅ (Springfield)

Maryland

2022

✅ (Oxon Hill)

Michigan

2021

✅ (Detroit)

Mississippi

2021

✅ (Beau Rivage, Gold Strike)

Nevada

2017

✅ (Las Vegas and other MGM locations)

New Jersey

2019

✅ (Atlantic City)

New York

2022

✅ (Yonkers - Empire City)

Ohio

2023

✅ (Northfield Park)

Oregon

2021

✅ (Spirit Mountain)

Pennsylvania

2021

✅ (Hollywood Morgantown - partner site)

Tennessee

2020

Virginia

2021

West Virginia

2020

✅ (Greenbrier Resort)

Wyoming

2021

Puerto Rico

2025 (expected)

✅ (San Juan - in progress)

Where is BetMGM legal?

As of 2025, BetMGM Sportsbook is legal and available online in the following US states and territories:

Arizona, Colorado, Washington D.C., Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia, Wyoming, and Puerto Rico (expected).

You must be 21 or older and physically located in one of these states to place real-money bets at the US sportsbook.

Where is BetMGM Casino legal?

BetMGM Casino is only available in states that allow regulated online casino gaming. As of now, you can legally play BetMGM Casino in:

Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia.

Each state offers access to real-money slot games, table games, live dealer options, and exclusive BetMGM titles. Online casino access uses the same login and wallet as the sportsbook app.

Where is BetMGM DFS legal?

No. BetMGM does not operate a DFS platform.

It focuses entirely on online sportsbooks, casinos, and poker products.

For fantasy sports, players must use a different provider, such as Yahoo Fantasy or DraftKings.

Where can I bet at a BetMGM physical location?

BetMGM operates retail sportsbooks in select cities across the U.S., many through its MGM Resorts properties.

You can place in-person bets at the following locations:

Las Vegas, NV · Detroit, MI · Biloxi & Tunica, MS · Atlantic City, NJ · Springfield, MA · Oxon Hill, MD · Yonkers, NY · Northfield, OH · Nationals Park, DC · Spirit Mountain, OR · San Juan, PR (coming soon).

Retail locations may also offer in-person registration, sports lounges, and VIP betting experiences.

BetMGM terms of use

BetMGM sportsbook homepage

To use the BetMGM sportsbook and online casino, you’ll need to qualify by meeting the minimum legal and regulatory requirements according to your state’s guidelines.

Much of the detail varies state-by-state, but these are the main rules anywhere BetMGM is live.

You'll need to be of legal gambling age, have your ID verified, and also consent to let the sportsbook track your location to ensure you're in a legal state.

Additionally, trying to bypass location verification by logging in through a VPN is not allowed and could get you banned.

BetMGM requires a high level of account security. In certain states, sportsbooks will also require you to register in person, at a retail casino partnered with the sportsbook.

Always check your state’s laws before attempting to place any bets.

Feature

Details

Minimum Age

21+ for Sportsbook and Casino in all states

ID Verification

Required at sign-up using a valid government-issued photo ID

Geolocation

Must allow location tracking; VPNs are prohibited

Account Access

You can register, deposit, and withdraw from any state

Betting Access

Only allowed when physically located in a legal BetMGM state

Retail Sign-Up Rules

Some states (e.g., Nevada, DC) may require in-person registration

Self-Exclusion

BetMGM supports state and national self-exclusion programs

One Account Rule

One BetMGM account per user; multiple accounts are not allowed

How to sign up (3 simple steps)

1. Download the App or Visit the Site
2. Create Your Account
3. Verify Location and Start Betting

BetMGM legal timeline

2017 – BetMGM launches in Nevada, offering mobile betting with in-person sign-up.
2019 – Online sportsbook and casino go live in New Jersey, marking BetMGM’s national expansion.
2020 – BetMGM launches in West Virginia, Indiana, Iowa, and Colorado.
2021 – Expansion continues into Michigan, Arizona, Oregon, D.C., and Mississippi.
2022 – New York, Illinois, Louisiana, Maryland, and Kansas come online.
2023 – BetMGM adds Massachusetts, Kentucky, and Ohio to its sportsbook footprint.
2024–2025 – Puerto Rico is approved; BetMGM is expected to go live by late 2025.

BetMGM bonuses explained

BetMGM offers a variety of promotions for new and existing users.

These vary by state and product but include consistent national offers:

  • $150 in Bonus Bets – New users who place a first wager of at least $5 receive $150 in bonus bets (available in most sportsbook states).

  • $25 No-Deposit Casino Bonus – Available in states with BetMGM Casino (NJ, MI, PA, WV); awarded on signup before deposit.

  • 100% Deposit Match (Casino) – Matched up to $1,000 for new casino players in legal states.

  • $50 or $100 Refer-a-Friend Bonus – Invite friends and get cash or site credit when they sign up and bet.

  • Daily Jackpots & Spins – Casino players get access to daily prize pools and spin-based promotions.

  • Event-Based Sportsbook Boosts – Expect enhanced odds, parlay insurance, and promos around major events like the Super Bowl or March Madness.

  • MGM Rewards Integration – BetMGM users earn tier credits and rewards points that can be used at MGM Resorts for hotel stays, dining, and experiences.

Frequently asked questions

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