Louisiana stands out as one of the few states with both parish-level restrictions and a mix of online and retail betting options. The Louisiana Gaming Control Board releases monthly data that shows exactly how this complex market is performing. Our page turns those official reports into a clear snapshot of Louisiana’s sports betting economy.
Revenue Insights
Record Handle
High Hold
Biggest Tax Month
Sports Betting’s Share
Sports Betting Industry in Louisiana
Louisiana has a significant gambling industry, run by the Louisiana Gaming Control Board (LGCB) since betting was legalized in 2021. Louisiana allows online and in-person betting at casinos, racetracks, and Class A liquor-licensed venues.
The LGCB licenses and regulates the industry, overseeing compliance. Retail and online operators pay a 10% and 15% tax rate on sports betting revenue, respectively, which generates millions for the state each year, including public retirement systems and state capital improvements.
State capital improvements may seem like an unusual allocation of funds, but it is a large building currently undergoing a waterproofing project expected to cost $122.5 million.
Interested in how the best operators compare? Read our in-depth reviews of sportsbooks in Louisiana.
Annual Sports Betting Growth in Louisiana
Data is pulled directly from the Louisiana Gaming Control Board Annual Reports
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Monthly Sports Betting Growth in Louisiana
Data is pulled directly from the Louisiana Gaming Control Board Monthly Reports
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Louisiana Sports Betting Revenue
Louisiana’s sports betting market has shown steady growth since launch, with significant jumps in both handle and tax revenue over the past two years, reflecting increased participation and higher operator margins.
2021–2024 Sports Betting Revenue
| Year | Handle ($) | GGR ($) | Hold % | Tax Revenue ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 67,388,583 | 6,710,940 | 10.50% | 1,006,641 |
| 2022 | 2,302,509,284 | 228,038,413 | 9.64% | 34,205,762 |
| 2023 | 2,905,138,040 | 289,778,947 | 9.86% | 43,466,842 |
| 2024 | 3,699,647,883 | 461,224,426 | 12.35% | 66,014,538 |
2025 Monthly Sports Betting Revenue
| Month | Handle ($) | GGR ($) | Hold % | Tax Revenue ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 2025 | 382,873,920 | 40,891,535 | 10.68% | 5,923,633 |
| Feb 2025 | 381,244,368 | 47,606,303 | 12.49% | 7,034,948 |
| Mar 2025 | 386,427,937 | 27,878,099 | 7.21% | 4,086,575 |
| Apr 2025 | 343,838,482 | 38,429,589 | 11.18% | 5,833,885 |
| May 2025 | 300,668,112 | 45,598,285 | 15.17% | 6,715,421 |
| Jun 2025 | 245,347,399 | 32,015,114 | 13.05% | 4,745,397 |
| Jul 2025 | 226,678,138 | 31,396,450 | 13.85% | 4,652,203 |
| Aug 2025 | 271,416,105 | 33,556,952 | 12.36% | 6,805,518 |
| Sept 2025 | 401,505,854 | 47,209,079 | 11.76% | 9,806,876 |
Latest Updates in Louisiana Sports Wagering
- June 18, 2025 – Governor Landry signs HB 639 into law, increasing the online sports betting tax rate from 15% to 21.5%, effective August 1, 2025. (yogonet.com)
- June 8, 2025 – Louisiana legislators approve a tax hike on sports gambling to subsidize college athletics via the new SPORT Fund, estimated to generate ~$77 million annually. (AP News)
- November 11, 2024: Louisiana state representative Roger Wilder proposes a bill to increase the online sports betting tax rate to 51%, matching the rate in New York. Wilder's bill was deferred and did not reach the means committee or Governor Jeff Landry's desk (Louisiana Illuminator, 2024).
- April 1, 2024: The Louisiana Gaming Control Board bans in-state college prop betting, with the ruling going into effect on August 1 (Snell and Wilmer Law, 2024).
- February 28, 2022: Louisiana sports betting handle reaches $211 million in the state's first full month with online sports betting (Gambling.com, 2022).
- January 28, 2022: Online sports betting goes live in Louisiana.
- October 6, 2021: The first legal sports bet is placed in the state by former New Orleans Saints star Joe Horn (NOLA.com, 2021).
- November 3, 2020: Louisiana voters back a ballot measure to legalize sports betting. It earns majority support in 55 of the state's 64 parishes (Ballotpedia.org, 2020).
Louisiana Snapshot
| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Population | Approximately 4,559,480 residents as of 2024. (World Population Review, 2024) |
| Political Affiliation | Strongly Republican, the state has a Republican trifecta, controlling the governorship and both legislative chambers. (270towin.com, 2024) |
| Year Sports Betting Legalized | Gov. John Bel Edwards signed Senate Bill 247 on June 21, 2021. |
| Number of Sportsbooks Operating | Eight licensed online sportsbooks: DraftKings, BetMGM, FanDuel, Caesars, ESPN Bet, BetRivers, Bet365, and Fanatics Sportsbook. |
| Professional Sports Teams | Louisiana has two major professional teams. The New Orleans Saints (NFL) and the New Orleans Pelicans (NBA). |
FAQs
Basics
When was sports betting permitted in Louisiana?
Sports betting was permitted on April 5, 2021, with online wagering beginning in January 2022.
How many sportsbooks operate in Louisiana?
There are eight sportsbooks: DraftKings, BetMGM, FanDuel, Caesars, bet365, BetRivers, ESPN Bet, and Fanatics Sportsbook.
What is covered on this page?
This page provides a breakdown of Louisiana's sports betting market, including handle, revenues, and operator updates, all backed by official reports. (Louisiana Gaming Control Board, 2024)
Recent Market Information
What was Louisiana’s total sports wagering handle in 2023?
According to the Louisiana Gaming Control Board reports, the state reported a wagering handle of $2,905,138,040.00 in 2023.
How much revenue was generated in 2023?
Louisiana’s gross gaming revenues in 2023 totaled $289.7 million, with $43.4 million collected in tax revenue.
