West Virginia Sports Betting
Mobile/Online Retail
State Market Snapshot
Authorized Operators
DraftKings FanDuel BetMGM Caesars Sportsbook BetRivers theScore Bet Betfred Betly Fanatics Sportsbook
Market Notes
- Handle and growth: West Virginia generated approximately $635–$650 million in total sports betting handle for 2025 (modest growth from 2024). The market is mature and stable in 2026 with typical seasonal patterns, stronger during NFL/college football and softer in off-seasons.
- Market split: Mobile accounts for ~90% of handle across 9 online skins. Retail makes up the remaining ~10% at a handful of casino locations (e.g., Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races, The Greenbrier, Mardi Gras Casino).
- Hold and tax: Statewide hold has averaged 10–12% recently. Operators pay a flat 10% tax on adjusted gross revenue. This generated roughly $6.4–$7 million in state tax revenue for 2025, directed to the lottery fund, state pensions, tourism, and problem-gambling programs.
- Regulatory note: The West Virginia Lottery Commission oversees the market. No major tax increases or structural changes passed in 2026. Warnings against unregulated prediction markets continue. Enforcement against offshore and sweepstakes operators remains active.