Is sports betting legal in Pennsylvania?
Legal, online and in person
Yes. Sports betting is legal in Pennsylvania, including online and mobile betting through state-licensed sportsbooks.
| Status | Legal, online and in person |
|---|---|
| Regulator | Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board |
| Last checked | November 2, 2026 |
Online and retail sports wagering is legal and regulated by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board. Online sportsbooks operate under licenses tied to Pennsylvania casinos.
Licensed online sportsbooks in Pennsylvania
As listed by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board:
- bet365
- BetMGM
- betPARX
- BetRivers
- Caesars Sportsbook
- DraftKings
- PlaySugarHouse
- theScore Bet
- FanDuel
- Fanatics
- Mohegan PA
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 Pennsylvania:
| Sportsbook | Average NBA prop margin | Lines measured |
|---|---|---|
| FanDuel | 6.19% | 112,996 |
| DraftKings | 6.66% | 125,315 |
| BetMGM | 7.07% | 129,131 |
| Fanatics | 7.10% | 48,864 |
| Caesars Sportsbook | 7.29% | 64,651 |
| BetRivers | 7.40% | 55,504 |
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 Pennsylvania?
Yes. Sports betting is legal in Pennsylvania, including online and mobile betting through state-licensed sportsbooks.
Who regulates sports betting in Pennsylvania?
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board.
Sources
Other states with the same status: Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Illinois, Iowa. All states.