Mississippi Sports Betting
Retail
State Market Snapshot
Market Notes
- Handle and growth: Mississippi sports betting remains retail-only. Full-year 2025 handle totaled approximately $234–$380 million (down significantly from 2024 levels due to market maturity and no mobile expansion). Early 2026 monthly figures have been softer (e.g., February ~$21 million), with typical seasonal swings driven by NFL and college football. Overall volumes continue to trend flat to declining without statewide mobile access.
- Market split: 100% retail at ~25–30 casino sportsbooks across the state (primarily Gulf Coast and Tunica regions). On-premises mobile apps (e.g., BetMGM, Caesars) are available but restricted to casino property only. No statewide online/mobile options exist.
- Hold and tax: Statewide hold has averaged 11–12% recently (often higher in slower months). Mississippi applies an 8% state tax + ~3–4% local taxes on gross gaming revenue (same as other casino revenue). This generated roughly $4 million in state tax revenue for FY2025, supporting state and local programs.
- Regulatory note: Efforts to legalize statewide mobile sports betting failed again in the 2026 legislative session (House bills passed, but stalled in Senate due to casino protection concerns). The market stays strictly retail/on-property. Mississippi Gaming Commission continues enforcement against illegal offshore operators. No major regulatory changes expected in the near term.