Legal — Online & Retail

Sports Betting in New Jersey: Laws, Licensed Apps & AI Predictions

Legal since 2018Updated Feb 2026

Key Facts: New Jersey Sports Betting

Status

Legal — Online & Retail

Legal Since

2018

Tax Rate

13% (online) / 8.5% (retail)

Monthly Handle

$1B+

Won the PASPA Supreme Court case that legalized national sports betting
Over 30 licensed online sportsbooks — the most competitive market
Both online and retail betting widely available
Atlantic City casinos anchor the retail market
Benefits from NYC metro area population
Must be 21+ and physically in New Jersey to bet

Sports Betting Overview: New Jersey

New Jersey was the state that fought PASPA all the way to the Supreme Court, and its 2018 victory opened the floodgates for legal sports betting nationwide. The Garden State launched both retail and online betting in June 2018 and quickly became the model for other states. New Jersey's market is among the largest and most competitive in the nation, with over 30 online sportsbooks available to bettors. The state benefits from the New York City metro area population, though New York's own market launch has impacted NJ handle. New Jersey allows wagering on all professional and college sports with standard restrictions. Atlantic City casinos provide major retail sportsbook destinations.

Licensed Sportsbooks in New Jersey

DraftKings

FanDuel

BetMGM

Caesars

PointsBet

How AI Predictions Help New Jersey Bettors

New Jersey's 30+ sportsbooks create the most competitive line market in the country. AI predictions maximize this advantage by instantly comparing odds across all operators and identifying the absolute best price on every bet.

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: New Jersey Sports Betting

Is sports betting legal in New Jersey?

Yes, sports betting has been legal in New Jersey since 2018. Both online and retail sports betting are available. You must be physically located in New Jersey to place a bet.

What sportsbook apps are available in NJ?

Licensed sportsbook operators in New Jersey 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 New Jersey 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 New Jersey 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 New Jersey Bettors