Legal — Online & Retail

Sports Betting in Louisiana: Laws, Licensed Apps & AI Predictions

Legal since 2022Updated Feb 2026

Key Facts: Louisiana Sports Betting

Status

Legal — Online & Retail

Legal Since

2022

Tax Rate

15% (online) / 10% (retail)

Monthly Handle

$300M+

Parish-by-parish voter approval in 2020; 55 of 64 parishes said yes
Online betting launched January 2022
Betting only available in approved parishes
Professional and college sports wagering allowed
Must be 21+ and in an approved Louisiana parish to bet
Strong SEC college football culture drives handle

Sports Betting Overview: Louisiana

Louisiana legalized sports betting through a parish-by-parish vote in November 2020, with 55 of 64 parishes approving. Retail betting launched in late 2021, and online sportsbooks went live in January 2022. Louisiana's approach is unique — sports betting is only available in the parishes that voted yes, though this covers the vast majority of the population including New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Shreveport. The state allows wagering on professional and college sports. Louisiana's vibrant sports culture, anchored by the Saints, Pelicans, LSU Tigers, and deep high school football traditions, makes it a naturally strong betting market.

Licensed Sportsbooks in Louisiana

DraftKings

FanDuel

BetMGM

Caesars

BetRivers

How AI Predictions Help Louisiana Bettors

Louisiana's SEC football and basketball culture means heavy local bias on LSU games. AI predictions strip away fandom bias and objectively assess matchups, helping Louisiana bettors find value where the public creates mispriced lines.

Our AI models process thousands of data points per game across NFL, NHL, Tennis, and March Madness — all available for just 99¢ per sport with lifetime access.

Frequently Asked Questions: Louisiana Sports Betting

Is sports betting legal in Louisiana?

Yes, sports betting has been legal in Louisiana since 2022. Both online and retail sports betting are available. You must be physically located in Louisiana to place a bet.

What sportsbook apps are available in LA?

Licensed sportsbook operators in Louisiana include DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars, and more. All major operators offer mobile apps for convenient wagering from anywhere in the state.

How do AI predictions help Louisiana sports bettors?

AI-powered predictions analyze thousands of data points per game — player stats, team performance, injuries, weather, and historical trends — to generate win probabilities. For Louisiana bettors, this means data-backed insights that complement your own research. Products like NFL Picks (NFL), NHL Picks (NHL), and Tennis Picks (Tennis) each cost just 99 cents for lifetime access.

AI Predictions for Louisiana Bettors