Sports Betting in Rhode Island
Fully LegalBy DawBets · Last verified: April 2026
Quick answer: Rhode Island bettors have access to 7 CFTC-regulated prediction markets, 4 peer-to-peer sweepstakes exchanges.
Licensed Sportsbooks
State-licensed regulated sportsbooks. Operator tax rate: 51%. Online betting legal since September 2019.
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
Monopoly operator (Twin River Casino). Age 18+ betting. Originally required in-person account setup (suspended). Extremely high tax rate.
Online sports betting has been legal in Rhode Island since September 2019.
Tax Information
51% — tied for highest rate nationally.
College Betting Restrictions
No in-state college bets. No college player props.
How DawBets Helps Rhode Island Bettors
DawBets compares odds across every sportsbook available in Rhode Island 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.
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Is sports betting legal in Rhode Island?
Yes. Online sports betting is legal in Rhode Island since September 2019. Monopoly operator (Twin River Casino). Age 18+ betting. Originally required in-person account setup (suspended). Extremely high tax rate.
What is the sports betting tax rate in Rhode Island?
51% — tied for highest rate nationally.
What is the minimum age to bet on sports in Rhode Island?
You must be at least 18 years old to bet on sports in Rhode Island.
Can I bet on college sports in Rhode Island?
No in-state college bets. No college player props.
How many online sportsbooks are available in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island has approximately 1 licensed online sportsbooks, including DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, and others. Compare odds across all available books with DawBets.
When did Rhode Island legalize online sports betting?
Online sports betting has been legal in Rhode Island since September 2019.
Can I use Kalshi in Rhode Island?
Yes. Kalshi is a CFTC-regulated prediction market available to Rhode Island residents. It offers sports event contracts under federal commodities regulation, separate from state-licensed sportsbooks.
Is ProphetX available in Rhode Island?
Yes. ProphetX, a peer-to-peer sports prediction exchange operating under a sweepstakes model, is available to Rhode Island residents.
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