Is sports betting legal in North Carolina?
Legal, online and in person
Yes. Sports betting is legal in North Carolina, including online and mobile betting through state-licensed sportsbooks.
| Status | Legal, online and in person |
|---|---|
| First legal bet | March 11, 2024 |
| Regulator | North Carolina State Lottery Commission |
| Last checked | November 2, 2026 |
Online sports wagering began at noon on March 11, 2024, with eight licensed interactive operators. Caesars Sportsbook operates under the license of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians’ Tribal Casino Gaming Enterprise.
Licensed online sportsbooks in North Carolina
As listed by the North Carolina State Lottery Commission:
- FanDuel Sportsbook
- BetMGM
- DraftKings
- Fanatics Sportsbook
- bet365
- theScore Bet
- Caesars Sportsbook
What these books charge
Every sportsbook builds a margin into its prices. We measured it on NBA player props over the 2025-26 season. Lower is cheaper for you. Among the books licensed in North Carolina:
| Sportsbook | Average NBA prop margin | Lines measured |
|---|---|---|
| FanDuel Sportsbook | 6.19% | 112,996 |
| DraftKings | 6.66% | 125,315 |
| BetMGM | 7.07% | 129,131 |
| Fanatics Sportsbook | 7.10% | 48,864 |
| Caesars Sportsbook | 7.29% | 64,651 |
Margins are national averages across states. Full tables by market: which sportsbook charges the most vig. What the number means: hold vs vig.
Questions
Is sports betting legal in North Carolina?
Yes. Sports betting is legal in North Carolina, including online and mobile betting through state-licensed sportsbooks.
Who regulates sports betting in North Carolina?
The North Carolina State Lottery Commission.
Sources
Other states with the same status: Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Illinois, Iowa. All states.