Sportsbook Guides · 30 States

Best Sportsbooks in the US, by State

Sports betting is now legal in 30+ US states. Operator availability, welcome bonuses, regulations, and tax rates all vary by jurisdiction. Each state guide below ranks the legal mobile sportsbooks available, walks through sign-up, and includes Gridiron & Wine's verified model track record on local pro teams.

By Jessica Gridiron · Updated May 20, 2026

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How we rank sportsbooks

Every state guide ranks operators on four dimensions:

• Market depth — number of markets, prop coverage, alternate lines, futures availability.
• Line quality — how close operator pricing tracks sharp-consensus de-vigged fair lines. Lower hold = better customer outcomes long-run.
• Bonus value — welcome offer size, ongoing promo cadence, rollover terms (lower rollover = more cash-equivalent value).
• Account-treatment policies — limit thresholds, withdrawal speed, customer service responsiveness.

Rankings reflect our independent assessment. Operators do not pay for placement — affiliate links exist (see disclosure below) but do not influence ordering. The same operator that ranks #1 in NY may rank #3 in another state because state-specific market depth and promo offers differ.

What's in each state guide

Each state landing page covers:

• Numbered ranking of every licensed mobile sportsbook in the state
• Current welcome offer for each operator
• Side-by-side comparison table
• State-specific legal status, regulator, minimum age, restrictions
• Step-by-step sign-up walk-through
• Gridiron & Wine model's verified track record on state-relevant teams
• Responsible gambling resources (state hotline + national helplines)
• FAQ covering common state-specific questions

Operator availability and offers vary by state and change frequently. Each state guide is updated periodically; confirm current terms at each operator's site. Affiliate disclosure: Gridiron & Wine may earn a commission on sportsbook signups via links on these pages, at no cost to you.