Sports Betting in Florida
Fully LegalBy DawBets · Last verified: November 2026
Quick answer: Florida bettors have access to 1 licensed sportsbook, 9 CFTC-regulated prediction markets, 2 sweepstakes sportsbooks.
Licensed Sportsbooks
State-licensed regulated sportsbooks. Operator tax rate: 13.75%. Online betting legal since December 2023.
Prediction Markets
Federally regulated by the CFTC. Trade event contracts on an exchange model — separate from state-licensed sportsbooks. Florida currently has only a tribal-monopoly retail/online operator (Hard Rock Bet). Federally regulated prediction markets are also accessible.
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
Tribal monopoly: only Hard Rock Bet operates. A "hub and spoke" model deems all mobile bets to occur on tribal land. The legal challenges ended when the U.S. Supreme Court declined West Flagler's appeal in June 2024, leaving the compact, which runs to 2051, in place.
Online sports betting has been legal in Florida since December 2023.
Tax Information
Under its 2021 compact, the Seminole Tribe pays the state 13.75% of sports betting net win, or 10% on bets placed through a partnered pari-mutuel's brand.
College Betting Restrictions
College bets allowed.
How DawBets Helps Florida Bettors
DawBets compares odds across every sportsbook available in Florida 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 Florida?
Yes. Online sports betting is legal in Florida since December 2023. Tribal monopoly: only Hard Rock Bet operates. A "hub and spoke" model deems all mobile bets to occur on tribal land. The legal challenges ended when the U.S. Supreme Court declined West Flagler's appeal in June 2024, leaving the compact, which runs to 2051, in place.
What is the sports betting tax rate in Florida?
Under its 2021 compact, the Seminole Tribe pays the state 13.75% of sports betting net win, or 10% on bets placed through a partnered pari-mutuel's brand.
What is the minimum age to bet on sports in Florida?
You must be at least 21 years old to bet on sports in Florida.
Can I bet on college sports in Florida?
College bets allowed.
How many online sportsbooks are available in Florida?
Florida has approximately 1 licensed online sportsbooks, including DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, and others. Compare odds across all available books with DawBets.
When did Florida legalize online sports betting?
Online sports betting has been legal in Florida since December 2023.
Can I use Kalshi in Florida?
Yes. Kalshi is a CFTC-regulated prediction market available to Florida residents. It offers sports event contracts under federal commodities regulation, separate from state-licensed sportsbooks.
Is ProphetX available in Florida?
Yes. ProphetX, a CFTC-regulated peer-to-peer sports exchange, is available to Florida residents.
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