Legal — Online & Retail

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

Legal since 2019Updated Feb 2026

Key Facts: Pennsylvania Sports Betting

Status

Legal — Online & Retail

Legal Since

2019

Tax Rate

36%

Monthly Handle

$800M+

Among the first states to legalize post-PASPA (2017 law)
Online betting launched May 2019
Top-5 state by monthly sports betting handle
Over 15 licensed online sportsbooks
Philadelphia and Pittsburgh metros drive volume
Must be 21+ and physically in Pennsylvania to bet

Sports Betting Overview: Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania was one of the first states to legalize sports betting after PASPA, passing legislation in October 2017 and launching retail betting in late 2018 and online betting in May 2019. The Keystone State has become one of the top sports betting markets in the country, consistently ranking in the top five for monthly handle. Pennsylvania's market features over 15 licensed online sportsbooks and benefits from the massive Philadelphia and Pittsburgh metro populations. The state allows wagering on professional and college sports. Pennsylvania's comprehensive gambling expansion also includes online casino and poker, making it one of the most fully developed iGaming markets in the US.

Licensed Sportsbooks in Pennsylvania

DraftKings

FanDuel

BetMGM

Caesars

BetRivers

How AI Predictions Help Pennsylvania Bettors

Pennsylvania's 36% tax rate means operators build wider margins into their lines. AI predictions help PA bettors identify which lines still offer positive expected value despite the higher operator overhead, ensuring every bet counts.

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: Pennsylvania Sports Betting

Is sports betting legal in Pennsylvania?

Yes, sports betting has been legal in Pennsylvania since 2019. Both online and retail sports betting are available. You must be physically located in Pennsylvania to place a bet.

What sportsbook apps are available in PA?

Licensed sportsbook operators in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania Bettors