Sports betting in Illinois
Availability last updated
Yes. Online sports betting is legal and live in Illinois, where it launched in 2020. Sportsbooks available include DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars, BetRivers, Fanatics Sportsbook.
- Status
- Legal & live
- Legalized
- 2020
- Minimum age
- 21+
- Sportsbooks
- 6
Sportsbooks available in Illinois
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- DraftKings
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- FanDuel
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- BetMGM
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- Caesars
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- BetRivers
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- Fanatics Sportsbook
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Prediction markets in Illinois
Federally regulated prediction markets are available nationwide — even where sports betting is not legal.
Quick facts
- Minimum age:
- 21+ to bet in Illinois.
- Legalized:
- 2020
- Note:
- A large, mature market with every national operator live.
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Compare live odds →Sports betting in Illinois FAQ
- Is online sports betting legal in Illinois?
- Yes. Online sports betting is legal and live in Illinois, where it launched in 2020. Sportsbooks available include DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars, BetRivers, Fanatics Sportsbook.
- What sportsbooks are available in Illinois?
- DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars, BetRivers, Fanatics Sportsbook are available to bettors in Illinois. Compare their odds and welcome offers on OddsGrab before you sign up.
- What is the minimum age to bet in Illinois?
- The minimum age to bet in Illinois is 21. You must also be physically located in the state to place an online wager.
- Can I use prediction markets in Illinois?
- Yes. Federally regulated prediction markets — Kalshi and PredictIt — are available in Illinois 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 Illinois on the operator's site before signing up. 21+ where applicable. Please gamble responsibly.