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Sports betting in New York: age, regulator and how to bet
Minimum age 21+. Regulated by New York State Gaming Commission. This page summarizes official sources only; it is not legal advice and not a recommendation to bet.
Minimum age
21 years old for sports betting, per the source below.
The regulation requires the operator to confirm the account holder is at least 21 years of age.
Source: 9 NYCRR § 5330.37 (authorized sports bettor account requirements; Cornell LII copy of the regulation) (verified )
Who regulates it
New York State Gaming Commission
Source: official page or statute (verified )
How you can bet
Mobile
The Commission says state law authorizes mobile sports wagering made from a location within New York, transmitted to and accepted by equipment at a licensed commercial casino gaming facility. The page lists the licensed operators.
Source: NY Gaming Commission: Sports Wagering (verified )
Find licensed operators: NY Gaming Commission: licensed operators (on the Sports Wagering page).
Help and self-exclusion
National Problem Gambling Helpline: call or text 1-800-MY-RESET (1-800-522-4700 also works). NCPG state-by-state help map.
Taxes on winnings
Federal tax rules are the same in every state: gambling winnings are taxable income. See our taxes guide. State income tax rules differ; check your state tax agency (not covered on this page yet).
Before you open an account
- Confirm the operator is on the regulator's licensed list above, not just that a site or app looks real.
- Read the terms, especially for any bonus: see bonus fine print.
- Set deposit and time limits first, and know how to get help or self-exclude.