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Sports Betting in Connecticut

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By DawBets · Last verified: April 2026

Quick answer: Connecticut bettors have access to 4 licensed sportsbooks, 6 CFTC-regulated prediction markets, 3 peer-to-peer sweepstakes exchanges.

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.

Peer-to-Peer Sweepstakes Exchanges

Dual-currency model. Trade directly against other users instead of against a sportsbook.

Legal Status

Tribal partnership model — operates through Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods partnerships.

Online sports betting has been legal in Connecticut since October 2021.

Tax Information

Operator tax rate13.75%

13.75% on online operator revenue.

College Betting Restrictions

No in-state college bets. No college player props.

How DawBets Helps Connecticut Bettors

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Frequently asked questions

Is sports betting legal in Connecticut?

Yes. Online sports betting is legal in Connecticut since October 2021. Tribal partnership model — operates through Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods partnerships.

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?

Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection has restricted unlicensed online gambling, including sweepstakes-model exchanges.

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