State guide
Sports betting in California
Not legal
Availability last updated
No. Voters rejected both sports-betting measures (Props 26 and 27) in 2022; online betting is not legal.
- Status
- Not legal
- Minimum age
- 21+
- Sportsbooks
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Sportsbooks
No legal online sportsbooks operate in California today. Voters rejected both sports-betting measures (Props 26 and 27) in 2022; online betting is not legal.
Prediction markets in California
Federally regulated prediction markets are available nationwide — even where sports betting is not legal.
Quick facts
- Minimum age:
- 21+ to bet in California.
- Note:
- Voters rejected both sports-betting measures (Props 26 and 27) in 2022; online betting is not legal.
Sports betting in California FAQ
- Is online sports betting legal in California?
- No. Voters rejected both sports-betting measures (Props 26 and 27) in 2022; online betting is not legal.
- What sportsbooks are available in California?
- No legal online sportsbooks operate in California today. Prediction markets like Kalshi remain available as a federally regulated alternative.
- What is the minimum age to bet in California?
- The minimum age to bet in California is 21. You must also be physically located in the state to place an online wager.
- Can I use prediction markets in California?
- Yes. Federally regulated prediction markets — Kalshi and PredictIt — are available in California regardless of its sports-betting laws, letting you trade on the outcome of events.
Other live states
Legal status and operator availability reflect publicly reported information and are illustrative — laws and launches change. Always confirm what's live in California on the operator's site before signing up. 21+ where applicable. Please gamble responsibly.