Arizona
Author: Anthony Vlahovic
Last Updated: 21 November, 2024
Arizona bettors saw sports betting become legal in 2021, and right now, 13 mobile operators are available in the state, along with numerious other retail betting options.
Legal and licensed apps:
SOCIAL SPORTSBOOK | 18+. The app is free to play, and no purchase is required. No real-money gaming is offered. T&Cs apply.
SOCIAL SPORTSBOOK & SWEEPSTAKES CASINO | 18+. New customers can claim 170,000 Gold Coins + 7 Sweeps Coins by completing tasks after signing up (no deposit required). Check instructions from the Sportzino site. T&Cs apply.
SOCIAL SPORTSBOOK & BETTING EXCHANGE | 19+. New customers get a daily Prophet Cash bonus for their first 30 days, equal to 2% of their first purchase's Prophet Cash volume. Max total bonus: 300 in Prophet Cash. Play-through requirement: 1X. T&Cs apply.
SOCIAL SPORTSBOOK | 18+. No real money betting is offered, and the app is intended only for entertainment purposes. T&Cs apply.
SOCIAL SPORTSBOOK & CASINO | 21+. Play-for-fun platform - for entertainment only. T&Cs apply.
DFS (PEER-TO-PEER) | 21+. The bonus is for new first-time depositing customers only. Place a $5+ first entry to get $50 in Pick6 bonus credits. Credits expire in 30 days if not used. Play-through requirement: 1X. T&Cs apply. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER.
DFS | 21+. Terms & conditions apply
DFS | 21+. The 20%/$500 first deposit bonus is for new customers only. Promo code SAVE must be used. Minimum 1st deposit required: $5. Play-through requirement: 25X. Further T&Cs apply.
DFS | 21+. Only Betr Picks Group Play (Peer-to-Peer) game mode is available. Welcome offer: 100% matched first deposit bonus up to $200 paid in Betr Bucks. Promo code: MATCH. Void where prohibited. T&Cs apply.
FANTASY FOOTBALL | 21+. Both IOS and Android apps are available. T&Cs apply.
DFS | 21+. T&Cs apply.
HORSE RACE WAGERING | 18+. If your first real-money bet loses, you'll get a 100% refund as a racing credit up to $500. Individuals who have already placed bets on other FanDuel products are not eligible. T&Cs apply.
HORSE RACE WAGERING | 21+. Deposit exactly $200 the first time with the promo code STAKES to claim the 100% bonus. Wagering requirement: 1X (deposit+bonus). T&Cs apply.
All legal ways to bet on in Arizona
| Is online sports betting legal in Arizona? | Yes, affiliate license required |
| Is in-person sports betting legal? | Yes |
| Is daily fantasy sports legal? | Yes |
| Is betting on college sports legal? | Yes |
| Is horse racing betting legal? | Yes (online & in-person) |
| Is greyhound betting legal? | No |
| Is political betting legal? | No |
| Is eSports betting legal? | No |
Arizona is home to plenty of pro sports teams and hosts one of the more exciting events on the PGA Tour. Through the state’s sports betting law, all of these teams and events can be bet on. Not only can in-state bettors wager on their favorite local pro organizations, but they also have the freedom to legally bet on in-state colleges. The only restriction with betting on college sports that AZ bettors have is they cannot wager on individual player props.
The Grand Canyon State allows residents and tourists to bet on horse racing and use daily fantasy sports apps. There are a few in-person races and countless off-track betting facilities throughout the state, or horse racing fans can use online racebooks.
Online sports betting in The Grand Canyon State
If asked to pick a saying that would best describe the process of legalizing sports betting in Arizona, the easy answer would be, “If at first you don’t succeed, try and try again.” Arizona’s first “try” at legalizing sports betting came in 2019 when Sen. Sonny Borrelli and Rep. Steve Pierce introduced their own respective sports betting bills during the state’s legislative session.
Neither of those bills made any real headway that year, which forced Borrelli and Pierce to try again during the 2020 legislative session. Success would not be found that year either, as both bills would eventually die. Governor Doug Ducey took matters into his own hands in 2021 by renegotiating gaming compacts with the local Native American tribes.
These new gaming compacts gave the topic the jumpstart it needed, leading to HB2772 being signed into law in April 2021. By signing this bill, Gov. Ducey welcomed online and retail sports betting to the Grand Canyon State. The law gives the Arizona Department of Gaming clearance to hand out 20 licenses, and each provider that receives a license can partner with two online operators.
Even with the revolving door occurring in AZ due to multiple shops ceasing operations, the big-name operators have a strong presence in the state. These operators include Bet365, Caesars, BetMGM, FanDuel, and BetRivers. Some lesser-known or up-and-coming apps include Hard Rock Sportsbook and Desert Diamond Sports.
As of August 2023, the Arizona Department of Gaming has granted all ten licenses for local gaming tribes. This means two licenses are still available for pro sports organizations. The Phoenix Rising FC has expressed interest in one of those licenses and was one of the few organizations to apply during the latest application window.
All legal AZ sports betting apps in 2025 (from newest to oldest):
Sportsbook app | Launch date |
|---|---|
Sporttrade | September 26, 2024 |
Fanatics Sportsbook | April 4, 2024 |
Bet365 | February 5, 2024 |
ESPN Bet | November 14, 2023 |
Bally Bet | May 5, 2022 |
Hard Rock Bet | April 8, 2022 (relaunch: August 2023) |
Desert Diamond | February 18, 2022 |
Golden Nugget | February 17, 2022 |
Betrivers | November 8, 2021 |
BetMGM | September 9, 2021 |
Caesars Sportsbook | September 9, 2021 |
DraftKings | September 9, 2021 |
FanDuel | September 9, 2021 |
Recently closed online sportsbooks
Sportsbook | Details |
|---|---|
Betfred | On November 4, 2024, Betfred will exit AZ. |
Betway | From July 24 onward, Betway doesn't accept bets, deposits, or registrations from AZ. |
SaharaBets | Closed in August 2024 after the sportsbook's licensing partner, Arizona Coyotes, was sold and relocated to Utah. |
SuperBook | Announced it will no longer take bets from AZ as of July 19, 2024. |
Unibet | Exited AZ market on June 4, 2024 |
Sports betting & gambling legislation in AZ
According to HB2772, which legalized sports betting in Arizona both online and in retail form, bettors must be at least 21 years old to place a legal wager. Sports betting in AZ isn’t limited to residents, but anyone trying to place a legal bet in the state must be within state lines. These rules are enforced are enforced by the Arizona Department of Gaming.
One of the nicest aspects of Arizona’s sports betting law is remote registration. While mobile operators need to partner with retail facilities to gain access to the state, bettors do not need to be physically located at those facilities to create an account or make a bet on the partner sportsbook app.
If you win with your sports bets or in any other form of gambling in Arizona, your winnings will be taxable. Arizona's income tax rate ranges from 2.59% to 4.50%, depending on your income level. The higher the income, the more taxes you pay for gambling winnings. Also, the federal tax applies if the winning amount exceeds $5,000.
Speaking of other forms of gambling, even though online casinos are still illegal in Arizona, the locals can find 24 tribal casinos scattered throughout the state’s lines.
| Are online casinos legal in Arizona? | No |
| Are retail casinos legal? | Yes |
| Are social sportsbooks legal? | Yes |
| Are sweepstakes/social casinos legal? | Yes |
| Is online poker legal? | No |
| Is the lottery legal? | Yes |
| The launch date of sports betting in Arizona? | September 7, 2021 |
| How many legal sports betting apps are there in AZ? | 13 |
| How many legal retail betting sites are there in AZ? | 17 |
| Is remote registration allowed? | Yes |
| Legal age for sports betting in Arizona? | 21+ |
| Arizona's tax rate for betting/gambling winnings | 2.59% - 4.50% (based on the level of income) |
| Who regulates sports betting in Arizona? | Arizona Department of Gaming |
Most recent updates from the AZ sports betting scene
November 18, 2024: Following a win over Kansas State, the Arizona State Sun Devils now have the third best odds to win the Big 12 Championship at (+350).
November 11, 2024: As a result of their four-game win streak, the Arizona Cardinals are the new favorites to win the NFC West and (-135) to make the playoffs.
November 4, 2024: Thanks to their third straight win, the Arizona Cardinals are now (+170) to win the NFC West and (+115) to make the playoffs.
October 31, 2024: Hoping to snap a four-game losing streak, the Arizona Wildcats will head to UCF this weekend, where they are (+6.5) point underdogs.
October 28, 2024: With two straight wins under their belt, the Arizona Cardinals will host the Chicago Bears this weekend as (-1) point favorites.
October 24, 2024: Coming off another loss, the Arizona Wildcats will host West Virginia this weekend as (-3.5) point favorites.
October 22, 2024: With their win over the Chargers on Monday night, the Arizona Cardinals are now (+210) to make the playoffs.
October 17, 2024: Looking to get back in the win column, the Arizona Cardinals will host the Chargers on Monday night. Arizona is currently (+2) point underdogs.
September 27, 2024: Sporttrade has officially launched in Arizona.
August 5, 2024: The state of Arizona has awarded wagering operator licenses to Sporttrade and Plannatech.
In-person sports betting sites and locations
Currently, there are 17 retail betting facilities spread across Arizona. These facilities include tribal casinos, pro sports arenas or stadiums, and racetracks. Of AZ's 20 sports betting licenses, ten are for pro teams or organizations, and the other ten are for Native American tribes.
Some tribes that did not receive licenses despite having a gaming compact from the state have pursued legal action against AZ. This means if a ruling goes in their favor or lawmakers adjust the current sports betting bill, more retail sports betting facilities could arise in AZ over time.
Wild Horse Pass Casino (BetMGM), 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd, Chandler
Lone Butte Casino (BetMGM), 1077 S Kyrene Rd, Chandler
Vee Quiva (BetMGM), 15091 S Komatke Ln, Laveen Village
Santan Mountain (BetMGM), 7101 S Gilbert Rd, Chandler
State Farm Stadium (BetMGM), 9591 W Sportsman Pk N, Glendale
Arizona Downs Racetrack (Caesars), 10501 E, AZ-89A, Prescott Valley
Chase Field (Caesars), 401 E Jefferson St, Phoenix
Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino (Caesars), 15406 N Maricopa Rd, Maricopa
Paradise Casino (Unibet), 450 Quechan Dr, Yuma
Turf Paradise (Unibet), 1501 W Bell Rd, Phoenix
Desert Diamond Casino - Tucson, 7350 S Nogales Hwy, Tucson
Desert Diamond Casino - Sahuarita, 1100 W Pima Mine Rd, Sahuarita
Desert Diamond Casino - West Valley, 9431 W Northern Ave, Glendale
We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort (Betfred), 10438 Wekopa Way, Fort McDowell
TPC Scottsdale (DraftKings), 17020 North Hayden Road, Scottsdale
Footprint Center (FanDuel), 201 E Jefferson St, Phoenix
Casino Del Sol (SolSports), 5655 W Valencia Rd, Tucson
Mazatzal Hotel & Casino (TwinSpires), Highway 87, Mile Marker 251, Payson
Twin Arrows (Hard Rock), 22181 Resort Boulevard, Flagstaff
Sports betting in neighboring states
Two of Arizona’s neighboring states share a similar gambling layout in that everything is legal. At the same time, the remaining three states that border AZ do not have legal mobile betting, and out of the three, only New Mexico has legal retail sports betting.
To read more about why Utah, New Mexico, and California don’t have legalized online sports betting, you can click on them in the box below.
| State | Online sports betting | Retail sports betting | DFS | Horse Race betting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado | Legal | Legal | Legal | Legal |
| Nevada | Legal | Legal | Legal | Legal |
| New Mexico | Illegal | Legal (restricted) | Legal | Legal |
| Utah | Illegal | Illegal | Legal | Illegal |
| California | Illegal | Legal (restricted) | Legal | Legal |
Sports betting revenue impact on Arizona’s economy
Since launching sports betting in 2021, Arizona has made over $1.19 billion in sports betting revenue, making it one of ten states to surpass the billion-dollar mark in that statistic. With a layout that includes over 15 mobile betting apps and retail facilities, it is not much of a shock to see Arizona report a lot of betting volume on a consistent basis.
Arizona's licensing structure is similar to that of many other states with legal sports betting. The state has 20 sports betting licenses, each of which grants the ability to partner with two online skins. The initial fee for each license is $750,000, and the yearly renewal fee is $150,000.
For taxes, Arizona has two separate tax rates for operators concerning online wagers vs retail wagers. All online wagers are subject to a 10% tax rate, while retail wagers are subject to an 8% tax rate. Both rates are slightly below average compared to other states with sports betting legislation.
In September, October, and November 2023, the Grand Canyon State reported over $610 million in handle each month. In January 2024, the state set a new sports betting revenue record again, as sportsbook operators generated a total of $69.3m, which was $3.2m more than the previous record ($66.1m) set in December 2023.
Arizona sports betting record months:
Sports betting handle: March 2024 ($759,807,633)
Revenue: January 2024 ($70,943,718)
Tax income: December 2023 ($4,817,325)
Latest AZ sports betting revenue report breakdown (July 2024)
Total betting handle: $410,140,440
Mobile betting handle: $404,755,827
Retail betting handle: $5,384,613
Winnings Paid to Players: $367,625,802
Hold: 10.12%
Gross revenue: $41,519,312
Adjusted revenue: $29,019,979
Tax revenue for the state: $2,886,153
Reported by the Arizona Department of Gaming.
Top 3 sportsbooks in the state in July 2024:
DraftKings (Handle: $147.9m, Revenue: $16.2m)
Fanduel (Handle: $127.7m, Revenue: $14m)
BetMGM (Handle: $47.9m, Revenue: $4.1m)
Recent revenue report data - Compared to the previous year (YoY)
Report | Total handle | Mobile handle | Gross revenue | Taxes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
July 2024 | $410,140,440 | $404,755,827 | $41,519,312 | $2,886,153 |
July 2023 | $323,211,485 | $320,175,610 | $35,343,495 | $2,678,598 |
YoY change | Up 26.90% | Up 26.42% | Up 17.47% | Up 7.75% |
AZ sports betting revenue in 2024
A full breakdown of Arizona's monthly 2024 sports betting handle, revenue, and state tax income received from the operators can be found in the table below. With it comes the percentage figures (in brackets) showing how these numbers have changed compared to the previous month.
Month | Handle (MoM) | Revenue (MoM) | Tax income |
|---|---|---|---|
Jul. 2024 | $410,140,440 (-9.68%) | $41,519,312 (-12.17%) | $2,886,153 |
Jun. 2024 | $454,116,117 (-20.12%) | $47,269,459 (-24.30%) | $3,151,876 |
May 2024 | $568,493,315 (-13.38%) | $62,444,214 (-3.84%) | $4,307,143 |
Apr. 2024 | $656,322,666 (-13.62%) | $64,939,905 (9.53%) | $4,328,378 |
Mar. 2024 | $759,807,633 (19.19%) | $59,289,055 (9.13%) | $3,784,200 |
Feb. 2024 | $637,485,879 (-9.75%) | $54,329,589 (-23.42%) | $2,788,885 |
Jan. 2024 | $706,382,861 (1.89%) | $70,943,718 (4.80%) | $4,610,005 |
2024 Total YTD | $4,192,748,911 | $400,735,252 | $25,856,640 |
Yearly revenue data
Year | Handle (YoY) | Revenue (YoY) | Tax income |
|---|---|---|---|
2024 YTD | $4,192,748,911 | $400,735,252 | $25,856,640 |
2023 | $6,573,800,272 (8.90%) | $557,416,115 (17.82%) | $34,787,739 (20.31%) |
2022 | $6,036,844,930 (246.30%) | $473,103,831 (201.68%) | $28,914,693 (385.53%) |
2021 | $1,743,249,641 | $156,823,848 | $5,955,284 |
TOTALS | $18,136,503,314 | $1,546,559,734 | $92,628,203 |
Arizona - Some commonly asked questions (FAQ):
What are the legal sports betting options in Arizona?
AZ residents have a nice range of sports betting options, as they can place a wager in person or online. Over 15 mobile betting apps are available, and DFS apps and racebooks can also be legally utilized in the state.
How much sports betting handle has AZ seen since launching sports betting?
Ever since sports betting went legal in The Grand Canyon State in September 2021, the state has seen over $14 billion worth of handle from sports wagers.
What was Arizona's latest pro sports team to win a championship?
The Arizona Diamondbacks made the World Series in 2023, but they lost to the Texas Rangers. However, the Diamondbacks have still won the most recent championship in the state since they won the Fall Classic in 2001.
What is The Grand Canyon State's most famous PGA Tour Event?
The Waste Management Phoenix Open, played at TPC Scottsdale has become one of the most famous events on the PGA tour due to the layout and infamous 16th hole. DraftKings is the exclusive sports betting partner of the event.
