Sports Betting in Connecticut
Fully LegalBy DawBets · Last verified: November 2026
Quick answer: Connecticut bettors have access to 4 licensed sportsbooks, 7 CFTC-regulated prediction markets.
Licensed Sportsbooks
State-licensed regulated sportsbooks. Operator tax rate: 13.75%. Online betting legal since October 2021.
Prediction Markets
Federally regulated by the CFTC. Trade event contracts on an exchange model — separate from state-licensed sportsbooks.
Sweepstakes Sportsbooks
Dual-currency social sportsbooks: play with free coins, or with a sweepstakes currency that can be redeemed for cash prizes where the operator's rules allow.
Legal Status
Three online sportsbooks under the 2021 compacts: DraftKings (Foxwoods/Mashantucket Pequot), FanDuel (Mohegan Sun) and Fanatics (CT Lottery).
Online sports betting has been legal in Connecticut since October 2021.
Tax Information
13.75% on online operator revenue.
College Betting Restrictions
No in-state college bets. No college player props.
How DawBets Helps Connecticut Bettors
DawBets compares odds across every sportsbook available in Connecticut in real time. Instead of checking each app individually, see all prices side-by-side and always place your bet at the best available line.
Frequently asked questions
Is sports betting legal in Connecticut?
Yes. Online sports betting is legal in Connecticut since October 2021. Three online sportsbooks under the 2021 compacts: DraftKings (Foxwoods/Mashantucket Pequot), FanDuel (Mohegan Sun) and Fanatics (CT Lottery).
What is the sports betting tax rate in Connecticut?
13.75% on online operator revenue.
What is the minimum age to bet on sports in Connecticut?
You must be at least 21 years old to bet on sports in Connecticut.
Can I bet on college sports in Connecticut?
No in-state college bets. No college player props.
How many online sportsbooks are available in Connecticut?
Connecticut has approximately 3 licensed online sportsbooks, including DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, and others. Compare odds across all available books with DawBets.
When did Connecticut legalize online sports betting?
Online sports betting has been legal in Connecticut since October 2021.
Can I use Kalshi in Connecticut?
Yes. Kalshi is a CFTC-regulated prediction market available to Connecticut residents. It offers sports event contracts under federal commodities regulation, separate from state-licensed sportsbooks.
Is ProphetX available in Connecticut?
ProphetX stopped offering sports contracts in Connecticut after the state's Department of Consumer Protection issued a cease-and-desist order on September 10, 2026.
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