While Kansas is not exactly known as a hotbed of sports fandom, the Sunflower State went from zero to 60 from a legislation-to-launch standpoint about as quickly as any second-wave sports wagering market.
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About Sports Betting in Kansas
While Kansas is not exactly known as a hotbed of sports fandom, the state shrewdly legalized sports betting a lot earlier than its neighbor to the east, Missouri. Kansas City Chiefs fans responded by flocking to the Sunflower State just in time to bet on a pair of Super Bowl victories, as well as a loss.
Kansas went from zero to 60 from a legislation-to-launch standpoint about as quickly as any second-wave sports wagering market. Although an effort to legalize sports betting in 2021 failed, the legislation was revived in 2022 and passed rather quickly. By September of that year, sports betting was live in four commercial casinos and on six well-known online platforms.
Since then, Kansas's highly efficient sports wagering market has performed impressively, eclipsing $300 million in monthly wagering handle for the first time in January 2025.
Four commercial casinos entitled to three mobile skins apiece.
One tribal casino currently offers retail sports wagering.
Minimum betting age is 21.
Casinos allowed to enter into up to 50 retail partnerships in addition to onsite sportsbooks and kiosks.
10% tax rate on gross gaming revenue.
All types of collegiate wagering is allowed, including prop bets and wagers involving in-state colleges.
Legalization Timeline
Sports betting legislation introduced
January 26, 2021
SB 84 is introduced in the Kansas Senate. A little more than a month later, it passes the full Senate and moves to the House.
House rejects SB 84
March 30, 2021
The House votes against SB 84, putting the kibosh on hopes of passing sports betting in 2021.
House approves amended version of SB 84
April 28, 2022
After a year's pause and various negotiations between the two chambers, the House passes SB 84, which clears the Senate a day later.
Governor signs sports betting into law
June 20, 2022
Gov. Laura Kelly signs SB 84 into law, thus clearing the way for Kansas to swiftly launch sports betting statewide.
Sportsbooks launch softly as governor places first bet
September 1, 2022
The state's six licensed mobile sportsbooks undergo a soft launch as Gov. Kelly places the first in-person bet at Barstool Sportsbook at Hollywood Casino. She bets $15 on the Kansas City Chiefs to win the 2023 Super Bowl, a wager that would ultimately cash.
Sportsbooks fully launch statewide
September 8, 2022
After a successful soft launch, the state's retail and online sportsbooks go fully live and never look back.
FAQs
Is sports betting legal in Kansas?
Sports betting has been legal in Kansas since 2022, the same year in which it went live.
Who can bet on sports in Kansas?
Anyone who is at least 21 years of age can bet on sports in Kansas, provided they are physically located within state boundaries. Kansas Citians have been disproportionately victimized by this requirement, but Missouri has thankfully now legalized sports betting as well.
Who regulates sports betting in Kansas?
The Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission is the primary regulator of sports betting in Kansas, although the Kansas Lottery works in concert with the KRGC on certain technical aspects.
What can I bet on in Kansas?
The KRGS has approved a dynamic menu of sports to bet on in Kansas, including: Australian Rules Football, baseball, basketball, beach volleyball, biathlon, boxing, cricket, cycling, darts, football, golf, handball, hockey, lacrosse, MMA, motorsports, rugby, snooker, soccer, table tennis, tennis, and volleyball.
What can't I bet on in Kansas?
There's not a lot you can't bet on in Kansas, which allows all types of wagers on college sports, be they on in-state schools or individual athletes.
Is DFS legal in Kansas?
Daily fantasy sports contests have been legal in Kansas since then-Governor Sam Brownback signed a key piece of legislation into law in 2015.
Is it legal to bet on horse racing in Kansas?
While Kansas isn't currently home to any horse racetracks or off-track betting parlors, it's perfectly legal to bet on horses online through account-wagering platforms like TVG and TwinSpires.
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