Legal — Online & Retail

Sports Betting in Rhode Island: Laws, Licensed Apps & AI Predictions

Legal since 2018Updated Feb 2026

Key Facts: Rhode Island Sports Betting

Status

Legal — Online & Retail

Legal Since

2018

Tax Rate

51% of revenue

Monthly Handle

$50M+

Retail betting launched November 2018
Mobile betting available since September 2019
Operated through state lottery partnerships
Smallest state by area with proximity to Boston
Professional and college sports wagering allowed
Must be 18+ and physically in Rhode Island to bet

Sports Betting Overview: Rhode Island

Rhode Island was among the first states to legalize sports betting after PASPA, launching retail sportsbooks at Twin River Casino (now Bally's) in November 2018. Mobile betting followed in September 2019. Rhode Island's compact market features a limited number of operators — initially through the state lottery system, later expanding with partnerships. The Ocean State allows wagering on professional and college sports. Despite being the smallest state by area, Rhode Island benefits from its proximity to the Boston metro and passionate New England sports fans. The state's high revenue-share model with the lottery means a unique financial structure compared to most states.

Licensed Sportsbooks in Rhode Island

Bally Bet

DraftKings

Fanatics

How AI Predictions Help Rhode Island Bettors

Rhode Island's limited operator field means fewer options for line comparison. AI predictions give Ocean State bettors the analytical firepower to identify genuine value in a market with less competitive pricing.

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: Rhode Island Sports Betting

Is sports betting legal in Rhode Island?

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

What sportsbook apps are available in RI?

Licensed sportsbook operators in Rhode Island include Bally Bet, DraftKings, Fanatics. All major operators offer mobile apps for convenient wagering from anywhere in the state.

How do AI predictions help Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island Bettors