In a state known for the Indy 500 and its feverish basketball fandom, Indianans have shown a propensity to wager responsibly on a host of different sporting events.
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About Sports Betting in Indiana
When a 2018 U.S. Supreme Court ruling made it legal for any state to offer sports betting, Indiana already had legislation in place to be among the first to market. And ever since Indiana accepted its first wagers in the fall of 2019, the Hoosier State has been a national pacesetter, even as neighboring states have entered the fray.
In a state known for the Indy 500 and its feverish basketball fandom, Indianans have shown a propensity to wager responsibly on a host of different sporting events. The state bears the distinction of being the professional base of WNBA superstar Caitlin Clark, who almost single-handedly spurred a surge in the amount of betting interest in women's sports.
2024 saw annual Indiana sports betting handle eclipse $5 billion for the first time, with November -- nestled in the heart of football season and at the beginning of basketball season -- attracting an all-time monthly high of $614 million in wagers.
9.5% tax on sports betting revenue, the majority of which is deposited in the state's general fund.
New casinos that open in Indiana are allowed to offer sports betting. Online sportsbooks must partner with an in-state casino or racino to offer sports betting.
No in-game or college player prop betting. There are also blanket prohibitions on esports and election betting.
$100,000 initial license fee for operators, with a $50,000 annual renewal fee.
21+ age minimum for betting.
Betting on in-state college teams is permitted.
Legalization Timeline
Sports betting legislation introduced
January, 2018
HB 1015 is introduced, which would allow Indiana to legalize sports betting if and when the U.S. Supreme Court overturns the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA).
PASPA overturned
May 14, 2018
The U.S. Supreme Court overturns PASPA, clearing the way for states other than Nevada to legalize sports betting.
Sports wagering signed into law
May 8, 2019
Governor Eric Holcomb signs HB 1015 into law, thus authorizing the acceptance of sports wagers in Indiana.
First brick-and-mortar sportsbooks go live
September 1, 2019
Ameristar East Chicago, Hollywood Casino, and Indiana Grand become the first three retail sportsbooks to take bets in the Hoosier State.
First online sportsbooks launch
October 3, 2019
BetRivers and DraftKings become the first mobile sportsbooks to begin accepting wagers in Indiana.
FAQs
Is sports betting legal in Indiana?
Sports betting has been legal in Indiana since Governor Eric Holcomb signed House Bill 105 into law on May 8, 2019.
Who can bet on sports in Indiana?
Anyone who is at least 21 years of age and physically located within the boundaries of Indiana can wager on sports in the state.
Who regulates sports betting in Indiana?
The Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) regulates sports betting, as well as casinos, racinos, and charitable gaming in the state.
What can I bet on in Indiana?
Among the events bettors can wager on in Indiana are football, basketball, hockey, tennis, soccer, golf, MMA/UFC, Australian Rules Football, baseball, bowling, boxing, cricket, cycling, darts, motorsports, handball, lacrosse, rugby, table tennis, the Olympic Games, and the Academy Awards.
What can't I bet on in Indiana?
In-play betting -- also known as in-game or live betting -- is not permitted in Indiana. Same goes for prop bets on college players, as well as wagering on politics or esports. Betting on the NFL draft is allowed, as is wagering on in-state colleges.
Is DFS legal in Indiana?
Yes, daily fantasy sports contests have been legal since Governor Mike Pence signed them into law in 2016.
Is it legal to bet on horse racing in Indiana?
It is legal to bet on horse racing in Indiana, which is home to two racetracks: Horseshoe Indianapolis and Harrah's Hoosier Park. Both of these tracks are owned by Caesars, which operates several sportsbooks and OTBs in the state. People may also bet on simulcast races online through advance-deposit wagering platforms like TwinSpires, TVG/FanDuel Racing, Xpressbet, and NYRA Bets.
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