Legal — Online & Retail

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

Legal since 2022Updated Feb 2026

Key Facts: New York Sports Betting

Status

Legal — Online & Retail

Legal Since

2022

Tax Rate

51%

Monthly Handle

$2B+

Largest sports betting market in the US by handle
Launched online betting in January 2022
51% tax rate — highest in the nation
Limited operator model (initially 9 mobile licenses)
Nearly 20 million population drives massive volume
Must be 21+ and physically in New York to bet

Sports Betting Overview: New York

New York launched online sports betting in January 2022 and immediately became the largest sports betting market in the United States by handle. The Empire State's massive population of nearly 20 million, combined with the New York City metropolitan area's passionate sports culture, generates billions in monthly wagers. New York's regulatory model features a limited number of licensed operators (initially 9) with the highest tax rate in the nation at 51% of gross gaming revenue. Despite the high tax burden on operators, every major brand competes aggressively in the state. New York allows wagering on professional and college sports with standard restrictions. The state's retail sportsbooks at commercial casinos and tribal properties complement the dominant mobile market.

Licensed Sportsbooks in New York

DraftKings

FanDuel

BetMGM

Caesars

Fanatics

How AI Predictions Help New York Bettors

New York's high-tax environment means operators build larger margins into their lines. AI predictions help Empire State bettors identify which lines still offer value despite the operator markup and avoid the trap of betting overpriced odds.

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 York Sports Betting

Is sports betting legal in New York?

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

What sportsbook apps are available in NY?

Licensed sportsbook operators in New York 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 York 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 York 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 York Bettors