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Mississippi Sports Betting
Mississippi's Gulf Coast is the third-largest casino gambling region in the United States. Hence, options for retail sports betting abound at more than a dozen casinos, but the Magnolia State has yet to legalize unrestricted mobile wagering.
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About Sports Betting in Mississippi
Mississippi's Gulf Coast is the third-largest casino gambling region in the United States, behind only Las Vegas and Atlantic City, a ranking made all the more impressive by the fact that this infrastructure basically had to be rebuilt after the destruction wrought by Hurricane Katrina in 2005.
With this concentration of casinos, retail sports betting opportunities abound, as there are more than a dozen brick-and-mortar sportsbooks lining the Mississippi coast. But while "onsite mobile" – where bettors can access sports wagering apps on a casino's property but not a centimeter outside of it – is a minor thing in Mississippi, it has yet to legalize statewide mobile wagering, a significant speed bump that the state legislature has failed to clear in recent years.
Mississippi Sportsbooks
Currently Operating Sportsbooks
Current Sportsbooks
14Licenses Allowed
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Harrah's Gulf Coast: 280 Beach Blvd, Biloxi, MS 39530
Horseshoe Tunica Hotel & Casino: 1021 Casino Center Dr, Robinsonville, MS 38664
Tropicana Greenville: 199 N Lakefront Rd, Greenville, MS 38701
IP Casino Resort: 850 Bayview Ave, Biloxi, MS 39530
Sam's Town Casino: 1477 Casino Strip Resort Blvd, Robinsonville, MS 38664
Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort: 9380 Central Ave, D'Iberville, MS 39540
Beau Rivage Resort & Casino: 875 Beach Blvd, Biloxi, MS 39530
Gold Strike Casino Resort: 1010 Casino Center Dr, Robinsonville, MS 38664
Hard Rock Biloxi: 777 Beach Blvd, Biloxi, MS 39530
Sports Betting Legalization in Mississippi
Mississippi Sports Betting Law Highlights
- More than a dozen retail sportsbooks around state, but no statewide mobile betting.
- 21+ age requirement.
- Wagering on in-state college teams and prob betting are allowed.
- Betting on "mobile" apps is restricted to patrons who are on casino properties with sportsbooks.
- 12% tax on sports betting revenue, but no license fees.
Legalization Timeline
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Sports betting legalized
March, 2017
Legislation to legalize daily fantasy sports contests passes, while the prohibition on sports wagering is also rescinded in anticipation of a favorable Supreme Court decision, which would come the following year.
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First retail sportsbooks open
August, 2018
BetMGM opens the first retail sportsbooks in Mississippi at the Beau Rivage and Gold Strike casinos.
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First sports betting app launches
September, 2021
BetMGM launches its online sportsbook at the Gold Strike, although in order to place a wager on the BetMGM sportsbook app, bettors must be physically present somewhere on the casino property. Two months later, BetMGM would launch the same app at the Beau Rivage.
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Caesars joins the "mobile" fray
April 10, 2024
While legislative efforts to offer statewide mobile betting continue to stall, Caesars launches its onsite mobile app at Harrah's Gulf Coast.
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Legislative effort to expand mobile wagering fails
April 16, 2024
After a bill to legalize statewide mobile wagering initially passes the Mississippi House of Representatives, the two chambers fail to come to agreement on an amended bill, thus dashing hopes for the session.
FAQs
Is sports betting legal in Mississippi?
Sports wagering is legal in Mississippi, where there are a plethora of retail betting locations. Mobile betting is limited to the physical parameters of casinos with sportsbooks, however.
Who can bet on sports in Mississippi?
People who are at least 21 years of age and physically present on the property of a casino sportsbook can bet on sports in Mississippi.
Who regulates sports betting in Mississippi?
The Mississippi Gaming Commission regulates sports betting in the Magnolia State.
What can I bet on in Mississippi?
Mississippians are blessed with a bevy of sports on which to bet, including: auto racing, badminton, baseball, basketball, bowling, boxing, cycling, fighting, football, golf, handball, hockey, lacrosse, bull riding, table tennis, tennis, Olympics, rugby, soccer, softball, track and field, yacht racing.
What can't I bet on in Mississippi?
If it's a sport at the collegiate level or above in Mississippi, odds are you can bet on it, as there's no ban on wagering on in-state schools.
Is DFS legal in Mississippi?
Yes, participating in daily fantasy sports contests is expressly legal in Mississippi.
Is it legal to bet on horse racing in Mississippi?
While there aren't any racetracks in Mississippi, it's perfectly legal to bet on horse races at licensed casino sportsbooks that offer parimutuel wagering. Online account wagering is not yet legal.
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Responsible Gambling
21+. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER.