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Written by: Jeff Watters, Sports Betting Editor Fact checked by: Brandon DuBreuil, Head of Content
Last Updated Jan 31, 2023, 1:57 PM ET

The online launch of Arkansas sports betting commenced when Betly went live in March 2022. Claim the top sign-up bonuses and promos from the best sportsbooks in the Natural State and follow along as we break down everything you need to know about Arkansas online sports betting. 

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    Arkansas Flag
    Arkansas, United States
    Sports betting at a glance
    • Population: 3.02 million
    • Legal age for sports betting: 21
    • Online sports betting: Yes
    • Retail sportsbooks: Yes
    • Sports betting revenue: $4.1 million

    Arkansas sports betting updates

    Arkansas sports betting was legalized in November 2018 — six months after the federal ban on sports wagering was lifted in the United States. After several failed attempts to bring mobile sports betting to the Land of Opportunity, Arkansans finally saw online sportsbooks arrive in March 2022.

    Here’s a glimpse into Arkansas’ sports betting journey: 

    Sept. 2, 2022: The Oaklawn Sports mobile app launches in Arkansas, becoming the state's third legal online option. 

    Aug. 23, 2022: Kambi extends its partnership with Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort. The new agreement includes Oaklawn's retail sportsbook and an online sportsbook solution for the upcoming launch of 'Oaklawn Sports.'

    May 10, 2022: After months of delay, Saracen Casino Resort's BetSaracen mobile app officially goes live. It is only the second legal Arkansas sports betting platform to launch.

    March 23, 2022: Saracen Casino Resort's BetSaracen mobile app has yet to launch. The operator had hoped to go live for March Madness, citing issues with 'partners, vendors, and testing laboratories' as the cause of the delay. 

    March 5, 2022: Betly becomes the first legal online sportsbook to go live in Arkansas.

    March 4, 2022: Legal online Arkansas sports betting is officially allowed to begin, but the state's three casinos aren't yet ready to offer it. The casinos are still expected to launch mobile sportsbooks before March Madness.

    Feb. 22, 2022: Arkansas' mobile sports betting rules are officially approved by the state legislature's Joint Budget Committee. Online sports betting is on track to launch in time for March Madness.

    Feb. 17, 2022: Lawmakers approve changes to gambling rules that would allow for legal online sports betting in Arkansas. The proposed rules advance to the state legislature's joint budget committee for a final vote.

    Jan. 25, 2022: The Arkansas Racing Commission removes mobile sports betting from the legislative agenda, requesting the updated rule be discussed at a future meeting. The last-minute delay will prevent the state from launching mobile sports betting before Super Bowl 56.

    Dec. 30, 2021: The Arkansas Racing Commission approves changes to Arkansas’ casino gaming rules to allow for mobile sports betting. The proposed changes would see online operators partner with and surrender 51% of profits to local casinos.

    Jan. 28, 2020: Betly sportsbook launches a retail sportsbook in Southland Casino Racing.

    Oct. 1, 2019: Saracen Casino resort opens Saracen Sportsbook, the second retail sportsbook in Arkansas.

    July 1, 2019: Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort takes Arkansas’ first legal sports bet as general manager Wayne Smith picks the Dallas Cowboys to defeat the New York Giants in the first game of the 2018-19 NFL season.

    November 2018: State voters approve a ballot initiative to legalize casino gaming. Retail sports betting is included in the initiative.

    May 14, 2018: SCOTUS overturns the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA), allowing each state to legalize and regulate sports betting on its own terms.

    Why Betly is the best sports betting site in Arkansas

    Arkansas only has three options when it comes to online sports betting providers, and Betly is the clear top choice. While bettors won't be blown away by the key features of the site, it is extremely user-friendly and covers all of the major sports.

    Their current welcome offer is a $250 risk-free bet and is a good starting point to get into Arkansas sports betting. No promo code is required. 

    Live betting is the best thing Betly has going for it at the moment, but we are hopeful that features like early cash out and live streaming will become available. Betly is now available in Arkansas, West Virginia, and Tennessee. 

    Best offers and bonuses in Arkansas

    Online Arkansas sportsbooks are here to kickstart the accounts of new Natural State bettors. Here are the best Arkansas sportsbook bonuses and promo codes in 2023:


    Betly Sportsbook - $250 Risk-Free Bet: The first bet made on the Betly Sportsbook app is 100% risk-free, up to $250. If the bet loses, Betly returns the full stake in the form of a free bet.

    Terms and conditions apply to all bonuses and promotional offers.

    Top Arkansas betting site

    Arkansas may not feature any of the major players in the U.S. sports betting industry, but one operator stands out among its peers. Also live in West Virginia, Tennessee, and Ohio (as MVGBet), Betly is our pick for the top Arkansas betting site.

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    Covers has generated this Betly Sportsbook Review to provide even further expert analysis.

    • App store rating: 2.7 (iOS), N/A (Android)
    • Sign-up bonus: Risk-free bet up to $250
    • Payout speed: 1-5 days

    What sportsbooks are legal in Arkansas?

    With just three online sportsbooks, options are limited in Arkansas. Here's how the legal landscape looks in 2023:

    1. Betly - Best app

    2. Bet Saracen - Competitive odds

    3. Oaklawn Sports - Modern interface


    Legal sportsbooks in Arkansas

    With just three online and retail Arkansas sportsbooks, AR bettors' choices are limited. However, the state's proposed sports betting legislation calls for up to six online operators.

    You can currently place a legal sports wager in Arkansas at the following locations:

    Arkansas' online sportsbooks

    Online sportsbook Mobile app Odds provider Online casino Retail partner
    Betly External link icon Yes IGT No Southland Casino Racing
    BetSaracen Yes IGT No Saracen Casino Resort
    Oaklawn Sports Yes Kambi No Oaklawn Casino Racing Resort

    Land-based AR sportsbooks

    Sportsbook Venue Address Phone number Odds provider
    Sports Bar & Grill (Betly) Southland Casino Racing 1550 N. Ingram Blvd. West Memphis, AR 72301 1-(800)-467-6182 IGT
    Oaklawn Sportsbook Oaklawn Casino Racing Resort 2705 Central Ave, Hot Springs, AR 71901 (501)-623-4411 Kambi
    Saracen Sportsbook Saracen Casino Resort 1 Saracen Resort Dr, Pine Bluff, AR 71601 (870)-686-9001 IGT

    Latest Arkansas betting news

    Who can bet on sports in Arkansas?

    You must be 21 years of age to partake in legal Arkansas sports betting. Wagers can be placed in person at one of the state’s three casinos or online with three Arkansas betting sites.

    Here's everything you need to know about placing sports betting in AR:

    21plus Legal age

    Arkansas sports betting is for adults 21 and older. 

    21plus Mobile betting

    Arkansans can place mobile bets using one of the three sports betting sites available in the state.

    21plus Remote registration

    Remote registration allows Arkansas sports betting to take place anywhere in the state. Sports bettors have the ability to sign up, claim bonuses, make deposits, and confirm wagers from home, the bar, or any other location in AR.

    globe Within state borders

    To place a legal sports bet, you’ll have to shave both feet on the ground in Arkansas. Bettors cannot place wagers with an AR sportsbook from outside the state. 

    bank Retail sportsbooks

    Bettors can find brick-and-mortar sportsbooks in each of Arkansas’ three casinos — Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort, Saracen Casino Resort, and Southland Casino Racing. A fourth casino, Legends Resort & Casino, has yet to be built but will house an Arkansas sportsbook as soon as it's constructed.

    percent Taxable winnings

    Arkansas bettors will have to surrender 24% of their winnings to the federal government. In addition, Arkansas levies a 3% state tax on all gambling income. 

    The pros and cons of Arkansas sports betting

    Arkansas launched mobile sports betting in March 2022. Currently, three online sportsbooks and three retail sportsbooks are available to bettors. 

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    In-state college betting
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    Few events are off-limits
    Covers miss iconCurrently limited to three retail sportsbooks
    Covers miss icon51% profit-sharing in favor of casinos could discourage top operators 
    Covers miss iconNo esports betting 

    How to start betting in Arkansas

    To place a legal sports wager in Arkansas, you’ll need to register with one of three licensed Arkansas sports betting sites or visit a brick-and-mortar sportsbook in one of the state’s three casinos. 

    1

    Select a sportsbook

    We recommend exploring each sportsbook's offering in-depth before signing up and locking in your first pick. This means line shopping, comparing welcome bonuses and ongoing promotions, and ensuring your banking needs are met. 

    2

    Register online

    Until more online operators receive the green light for launch, Arkansans will be limited to three online sites. Alternatively, bettors can visit a casino to register with a retail sportsbook. 

    3

    Claim a bonus

    While mobile Arkansas sportsbooks will offer welcome bonuses to new bettors, retail locations rarely do the same. Online welcome offers include risk-free bets, no-deposit bonuses, and deposit matches.

    4

    Deposit funds

    Arkansas bettors can register with one of three licensed operators or visit a retail location to make their initial deposits.

    5

    Choose your bet types

    All of the popular bet types are available in the Natural State. These include point spreads, Over/Unders (totals), moneylines, props, futures, live betting, and more.

    6

    Start betting

    Always read your chosen sportsbook's terms and conditions section to fully understand what each bet and promotion entails. We also recommend comparing odds whenever possible to ensure the best potential payouts. Not all sportsbooks offer bettors the same betting lines, so consistently identifying the most favorable odds will pay dividends in the long run.

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    Withdraw funds

    Arkansans can access winnings online or in person at a retail sportsbook. Arkansas sportsbooks offer some combination of PayPal, eCheck, bank transfer, Skrill, and Play+ to users looking to withdraw funds. The method chosen will determine processing times.

    Reading the odds

    Arkansas sportsbooks default to American odds when displaying betting odds. Favorites are accompanied by a minus (-) sign. The following number indicates the amount you'll have the wager to generate $100 in profit. For example, -375 odds tell you a $375 wager is required if you're hoping to win $100.

    Underdogs are shown with a plus (+) sign and represent the amount to be won when placing a $100 bet. For example, +600 odds represent the $600 you would stand to win should your $100 bet prove successful.

    Wagers on underdogs will set you up for a larger payday. It's up to you to determine if the inherent risk is worth the reward.

    Our odds converter lets you view odds in other formats, such as fractional and decimal odds.

    What you can't bet on in Arkansas

    While most events are fair game in Arkansas, some bet types are not permitted in the Natural State. Wagers on political events, esports, and amateur athletes under 18 are off-limits.

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    Politics

    There is no legal way to wager on politics in Arkansas or any other U.S. state.

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    esports

    Arkansas sports betting does not include esports betting. State regulators could revisit the legality of this bet type with the launch of mobile betting.

    What about AR college sports?

    Fortunately for Arkansas bettors, the state's sports betting law permits wagers on both out-of-state and in-state college teams. 

    Arkansas sports betting handle

    Arkansas has seen a steady year-over-year increase in betting handle since accepting its first legal wager in July 2019. The addition of mobile betting in 2022 should propel the state’s monthly betting handle into eight figures.

    Editor’s note: Arkansas casinos closed from mid-March to May 18, 2020 due to COVID-19.

    Yearly breakdown

    Year Total handle Revenue Hold percentage Tax revenue
    2022 - - - -
    2021 $67.7M $8.5M 12.5% $1.2M
    2020 $32.8M $4.1M 12.7% $583K
    2019 $11.2M $1.3M 11.8% $173K

    Monthly handle

    Year Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Total
    2022 $8.4M $5.8M $10.6M $8.5M $10.1M $12.6M $9.2M $10.1M $21.1M $26.9M - - $123.6M
    2021 $7.1M $4.4M $5.9M $4M $3.6M $3.8M $2.9M $2.8M $7M $9.5M $8.3M $7.7M $67.7M
    2020 $2.5M $4.3M $1.5M - $509 $1,189 $179K $1M $3.9M $6.5M $6.2M $6.4M $32.8M
    2019 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A $416K $778K $2.2M $2.2M $2.9M $2.6M $11.2M

    Home team advantage: Arkansas sports

    While it's tempting to support your Razorbacks with your bankroll, it's important not to let your sports allegiances cloud your judgment when betting. Be sure to research every bet thoroughly before blindly backing your hometown squads. Check out our how to bet guides to get started.

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    Other types of gambling

    Arkansas is still relatively new to gambling, as the state’s three fully operational casinos launched in 2019.

    The only forms of online gambling in Arkansas are horse race betting and DFS (daily fantasy sports). Online casinos are illegal in the Natural State.

    casino Casino

    Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort, Saracen Casino Resort, and Southland Casino Racing offer classic table games, slots, and much more. Both Oakland and Southland feature high-limit areas, while Saracen’s dedicated poker room is a must for card sharks.

    Although real money online casinos are off-limits in Arkansas, gamblers can turn to sweepstakes casino websites. These sites allow players to get started for free with the aim of earning real cash prizes.

    poker Poker

    Arkansas gamblers can find live poker at Saracen Casino Resort in Pine Bluff. Unfortunately, online poker is not available in the state.

    Horse and jockey Horse racing

    There is one thoroughbred racing venue in Arkansas. Oaklawn Casino Racing Resort, known initially as Oaklawn Park, opened in 1904 and is home to "The Racing Festival of the South." The Arkansas Derby highlights each racing season in the Natural State.

    Pari-mutuel wagering is permitted both at the track and best horse racing betting sites in Arkansas.

    Horse and jockey Daily fantasy sports

    Arkansas is one of a handful of states that have passed legislation to legalize DFS. In 2017, the general assembly passed Act 1075 (then HB2250), deeming DFS a game of skill and not a form of gambling. FanDuel and DraftKings have a stronghold on the Arkansas DFS market.

    Quick facts: Arkansas sports betting

    Arkansas has a steadily growing sports gambling market and just enjoyed its largest monthly handle ($12.6 million in June 2022).

    Check out our AR sports betting facts table here:

    Launch date March 5, 2022
    Legal age for betting 21
    Online sports betting Yes ✅
    Number of betting licenses 3
    Number of betting sites 3
    Remote registration  Yes ✅
    Retail sportsbooks Yes ✅
    Online casino sites No ❌
    Online poker No ❌
    Retail casinos Yes ✅
    Betting on college sports Yes ✅
    Betting on esports No ❌
    State population 3.04 million
    Total handle (2021) $67.7 million
    Tax rate 13% 
    State regulator The Arkansas Racing Commission

    Responsible gaming in Arkansas

    Like other states with regulated gambling, Arkansas has taken steps to provide the resources needed to prevent, monitor, and treat gambling addiction.

    The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) offers self-help resources to those in need. Problem gamblers can also join a self-exclusion program to ban themselves from any gambling facility or Arkansas betting sites voluntarily.

    Visit the National Council on Problem Gambling

    Legal U.S. sports betting markets

    Arkansas was one of the first states to legalize sports betting. Today, the following locales have legalized some form of  sports wagering:

    Arizona
    Colorado
    Connecticut
    DC
    Delaware
    Illinois
    Indiana
    Iowa
    Kansas
    Louisiana
    Maine
    Maryland
    Massachusetts
    Michigan
    Mississippi
    Nevada
    New Hampshire
    New Jersey
    New York
    North Carolina
    Ohio
    Oregon
    Pennsylvania
    Puerto Rico
    Rhode Island
    Tennessee
    Virginia
    Washington
    West Virginia
    Wisconsin
    Wyoming

    Upcoming legal U.S. sports betting launches

    Maryland online sports betting is now live following its Nov. 23, 2022, launch.

    Sports bettors in Ohio can finally rejoice: Ohio sportsbooks began doing business when the ball dropped on Jan. 1, 2023.

    Additionally, legal online wagering is on deck in Massachusetts. Massachusetts sports betting will involve two launches, as retail sportsbooks project to go live in January 2023, and mobile operators hope to take legal wagers in March.

    Potential legal U.S. sports betting markets

    The following is a list of states moving toward legal sports betting that could potentially create their own individual markets soon:

    Alabama
    California
    Florida
    Georgia
    Kentucky
    Minnesota
    Missouri
    Oklahoma

    Arkansas sports betting conclusion

    Arkansas sports betting is growing at a slow and steady pace. Only three Arkansas sportsbooks are currently online, but several major players are looking to launch soon. While there are no professional sports teams to bet on or online casinos to play at, land-based AR sportsbooks and Arkansas betting sites are shouldering the total handle. 

    It's easy to speculate why top operators have been sluggish to launch in Arkansas, as the current revenue-sharing rule is challenging. A company like FanDuel would concede at least 51% of their mobile betting revenue should they partner with one of Arkansas' three casinos. 

    Sportsbooks to avoid in Arkansas

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    Offshore sportsbooks offer Natural State sports bettors an enticing alternative to wagering at Arkansas sports betting sites. Unfortunately, these websites are not licensed and pose a legitimate threat to your bankroll. We strongly advise you to avoid these online sportsbooks and stick to regulated Arkansas operators.

    Americas Bookie
    • Allegations of withdrawal issues
    • No license information available on site
    • Poor customer service
    CS Sportsbet
    • Multiple reports of slow payments
    • Allegations of non-payments
    • Risk of account closure simply for winning bets
    Zenit
    • Reports of confiscated winnings
    • Slow customer support response times
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    Arkansas sports betting FAQs

    Yes, Arkansas legalized retail sports betting in 2018, and online sports betting became a reality in March 2022. The Arkansas Racing Commission oversees all sports wagering activity in the state.

    You can register with the state's three online sportsbooks. Alternatively, you can visit one of three Arkansas retail sportsbooks to place a legal wager. These are found in each of the state's three casinos.

    Three online sportsbooks are live in Arkansas — Betly, BetSaracen, and Oaklawn Sports. As online betting expands, each casino could partner with two online operators each.

    Yes, online and mobile Arkansas sports betting is available.

    Yes, Arkansas sportsbooks use the same odds providers as those found in Las Vegas.

    You must be 21 or older to place a legal sports bet in Arkansas.

    No, bet365 does not have a license to operate in Arkansas.

    No, Arkansas sportsbooks do not offer any action on esports.

    Sports bets can be placed online or at a retail sportsbook at one of the following Arkansas casinos: Oaklawn Casino Racing Resort, Saracen Casino Resort, Southland Casino Racing.

    Yes, you may place wagers on any Arkansas-based team.

    No, both Arkansas residents and visitors are permitted to place wagers online.

    Arkansas generated $1.2 million in sports betting tax revenue in 2021.

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