Massachusetts Sports Betting Revenue Insights August 2025

Revenue Insights

$532.7M Handle

Lowest so far in 2025, dropping 18.8% from May.

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$62.05M GGR

olid gross gaming revenue despite reduced betting volume.

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11.91% Hold

Higher than previous months, indicating stronger operator margins.

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$12.39M Taxes

Tax contributions fell below May’s $16.10M in line with lower revenue.

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Sports Betting in Massachusetts

Sports betting in Massachusetts officially launched in early 2023, following the passage of the Sports Wagering Act in August 2022. Retail sportsbooks opened on January 31, 2023, with mobile wagering following on March 10, 2023. The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) oversees the market, licensing both retail and online operators and enforcing strict responsible gambling standards.

Since its launch, the state has quickly become one of the most competitive markets in the U.S., driven by its passionate sports culture, proximity to major teams like the Boston Celtics, New England Patriots, and Boston Red Sox, and strong participation from both local bettors and out-of-state visitors. Operators benefit from a relatively moderate 20% tax rate on online wagering and 15% on retail wagering, which has translated into substantial tax revenue for public programs.

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Annual Sports Betting Growth in Massachusetts

Data is pulled directly from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission Annual Reports

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Monthly Sports Betting Growth in Massachusetts

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Massachusetts Sports Betting Revenue Performance

Massachusetts’ sports betting market has grown rapidly since its 2023 launch, driven by a strong local sports culture, competitive operator presence, and steady year-over-year handle growth. The state’s combination of retail and mobile wagering, moderate tax rates, and high engagement during major sporting events has made it one of the top-performing markets in the U.S. The tables below track annual and monthly performance, offering a clear view of handle, gross gaming revenue (GGR), hold percentages, and state tax collections.

Annual Totals (2023–2024)

Year	Handle	Revenue (GGR)	Hold %	State Taxes
2023	4,967,511,977	483,666,398	0.0847	93,875,096
2024	7,401,117,705.4200	670,694,019.1200	0.0891	130,196,305.6500

Monthly Totals – 2025

Month	Handle	Revenue (GGR)	Hold %	State Taxes
Jan	762,643,748.2700	94,374,882.1300	0.1237	18,836,028.7400
Feb	628,170,780.2300	67,108,766.6200	0.1068	13,103,805.8600
Mar	772,454,574.1900	52,118,799.7000	0.0702	10,410,483.1600
Apr	690,255,200.9400	65,941,353.9100	0.0980	13,163,929.3300
May	655,788,462.0100	80,732,076.9400	0.1258	16,104,935.4400
Jun	532,726,538.5900	62,050,290.8500	0.1191	12,386,336.8800

Latest Updates in the Massachusetts Sports Betting Sector

Mar 31, 2025 – “Bettor Health Act” coverage: bill would raise online tax to 51%, limit ads, add affordability checks. CBS News
Jan 20, 2025 – New bill filed to ban in-play betting and hike tax rate (proposal by Sen. John Keenan). Tonko
Mar 10, 2023 – Mobile sports betting goes live statewide (multiple apps launch).
May 23, 2024 – Amendment 828 proposed to raise online sports betting tax from 20% to 51%. SBC Americas
Sep 30, 2024 – MGC clarifies ban on futures bets for individual college-athlete awards in the wagering catalog. PlayMA

Massachusetts Snapshot

Key Aspect	Details
Population	Approximately 7.02 million residents as of 2024. (World Population Review, 2024)
Political Affiliation	Predominantly Democratic, with Democrats controlling the governorship and both legislative chambers. (270towin.com, 2024)
Year Sports Betting Legalized	Sports betting was legalized on August 10, 2022, when Governor Charlie Baker signed it into law.
Number of Sportsbooks Operating	Seven online sportsbooks, including Bally Bet, BetMGM, Caesars, DraftKings, ESPN BET, Fanatics Sportsbook, and FanDuel, and three retail locations.
GGR 2025 (Jan-Jun)	$422,326,170
Handle 2025 (Jan-Jun)	$4,042,039,304
Professional Sports Teams	Boston Bruins (NHL), Boston Celtics (NBA), Boston Red Sox (MLB), New England Patriots (NFL), New England Revolution (MLS)

FAQs

General Questions About Massachusetts Sports Betting

When did sports betting launch in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts sports betting officially launched on August 10, 2022, after Governor Charlie Baker signed House Bill No. 5164 into law. Retail sportsbooks began operations shortly after, followed by online sports betting platforms in early 2023.

Who regulates sports betting in the state?

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission oversees the regulation, licensing, and operations of both retail and online sports betting in the Bay State, ensuring compliance and consumer protection.

What types of operators are available in Massachusetts?

The state offers a mix of casino gaming and online sports betting platforms. Seven licensed online sports betting operators operate in the state, including Bally Bet, BetMGM, Caesars Sportsbook, DraftKings, ESPN BET, Fanatics Sportsbook, and FanDuel. Additionally, retail sportsbooks operate at Encore Boston Harbor, MGM Springfield, and Plainridge Park Casino.

Massachusetts Sports Teams and Sportsbooks

Which Massachusetts sports teams have partnerships with online betting platforms?

Several Massachusetts sports teams have partnered with top sportsbooks:

Boston Bruins (NHL): Partnership with FanDuel for branding at TD Garden.
Boston Red Sox (MLB): Collaboration with BetMGM, including a suite at Fenway Park.
New England Patriots (NFL): Branding opportunities with Aristocrat Gaming at Gillette Stadium.
Boston Celtics (NBA): Fantasy sports partnership with DraftKings.

How does the market leverage these partnerships?

These collaborations enhance fan engagement with promotions, exclusive content, and online sports betting experiences, making Massachusetts sports betting an integral part of the state’s rich sports culture.

Regulatory and Market Rules

What restrictions apply to collegiate sports betting?

Wagering on Massachusetts collegiate teams is prohibited unless the team is participating in a multi-team tournament, such as NCAA March Madness.

What sports and events are prohibited for wagering?

Wagers on events overseen by Russian or Belarusian governing bodies or judged events, such as the Olympics and Commonwealth Games, are not allowed. However, bets on awards and sports drafts like the NFL Draft are permitted.

Are there age restrictions for sports betting?

Yes, individuals must be 21 years or older to participate in casino gaming or online sports betting in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Sol Fayerman-Hansen

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