Online Sports Betting in New Hampshire

New Hampshire legalized sports betting in July 2019 and launched online sports betting via the DraftKings sportsbook app later the same year.

Currently, DraftKings remains the sole operator of online sports betting in New Hampshire; however, retail sports betting continues to expand as the state plans to launch several retail sportsbooks in the near future.

Here’s what you need to know about online sports betting in New Hampshire, including who can bet, where you can bet, and how to bet responsibly.

Details About Sports Betting in New Hampshire

• New Hampshire officially legalized sports betting in July 2019 when Gov. Chris Sununu signed bill HB 480 into law.
• After legalizing sports betting in mid-2019, New Hampshire launched online sports betting in December 2019.
• The DraftKings Sportsbook app is currently the only sports betting app available in New Hampshire.
• Despite having only one mobile sports betting app, New Hampshire’s sports betting market has managed to top $1 billion in total handle since sports betting was legalized.
• New Hampshire’s sports betting laws allow for up to 10 retail sports betting locations; however, DraftKings is currently the only operator active in the state.
• Six cities in New Hampshire have voted to approve opening a retail sportsbook, leaving the possibility for four more locations to receive a retail sports betting license.
• New Hampshire bettors can bet on all major professional and college sports, with the exception of college sports games that are played within the state.
• The New Hampshire Lottery, which oversees sports betting in the state, will also offer a selection of sports betting games in the future.
• Esports betting is neither explicitly legal nor illegal in New Hampshire. Rep. Timothy Lang plans to file an iGaming bill in 2022 that would legalize esports betting.

Recent Sports Betting News in New Hampshire

Sports betting was legalized in New Hampshire in 2019 and has been slowly expanding. Although DraftKings is the sole mobile sports betting operator in the state, there are plans to open several retail sportsbooks in the near future. Here’s a closer look at some of the most recent updates and developments in the New Hampshire sports betting industry:

• June 14, 2022: The New Hampshire Lottery reports that bettors wagered more than $17.5 million on the Boston Celtics playoff games. If the Celtics won the 2022 NBA Championship, bettors would have won over $4.1 million.
• April 8, 2022: According to the New Hampshire Lottery, players placed 300,000 bets totaling nearly $23 million during the Men’s College Basketball Tournament, including more than $1 million on the national championship game.
• Feb. 28, 2022: New Hampshire’s sports betting industry exceeds $1 billion in total handle as the state lottery reports over $99.5 million in wagers during January.
• Nov. 2, 2021: Voters in Nashua, New Hampshire, vote to approve retail sports betting, making it the 21st community in the state to approve a retail sports betting location.
• October 2021: The New Hampshire Lottery reports that bettors placed more than $68 million in wagers in September 2021.
• December 2019: Gov. Chris Sununu places the first legal bet in New Hampshire. Sununu bets on the New England Patriots to win the 2020 Super Bowl.
• 2019: New Hampshire legalizes sports betting on college and pro sports at retail sportsbooks and online betting platforms. The state also gives DraftKings exclusive rights to operate online sports betting.

Online Sports Betting Apps Available in New Hampshire

DraftKings Sportsbook is the only online sports betting app currently available in New Hampshire. In 2019, the state allowed operators to bid to become New Hampshire’s sole online betting platform. DraftKings proposed a 51/49 revenue split in exchange for being the only mobile sportsbook in the state.

Are Daily Fantasy Sports Apps Legal in New Hampshire?

Daily fantasy sports (DFS) apps are popular among sports fans, as they let players utilize their sports knowledge to build fantasy teams and compete against other users for cash and other prizes in daily and weekly contests. While these apps operate freely in most states, some states view them as games of chance and prohibit them under their gambling laws.

New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu signed HB 580 in July 2017, making the state one of the few to explicitly legalize DFS contests. New Hampshire residents can partake in DFS contests through popular platforms such as DraftKings and FanDuel.

How to Place Responsible Sports Bets in New Hampshire

Sports betting in New Hampshire is accessible to any resident or visitor over the age of 18. Bettors can get started by registering with the DraftKings Sportsbook mobile app or visiting one of the state’s retail sportsbooks.

As sports betting continues to expand in the state, New Hampshire bettors should follow responsible gambling practices to minimize their losses and reduce their chances of developing a problematic gambling habit.

Responsible sports betting practices include:

• Avoiding any unlicensed sportsbooks that claim to operate legally in New Hampshire, as they may leave bettors susceptible to fraud and scams.
• Sticking to a reasonable gambling budget to minimize the financial impact of losses.
• Never placing bets while under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
• Setting time limits when using online betting apps.
• Stopping immediately and seeking help if you believe you may be addicted to gambling.

Problem gambling can have a major impact on your financial well-being, personal life, career, and mental health. While many people believe they aren’t prone to gambling addiction, problem gambling can impact anybody.

New Hampshire is a member of the National Council of Problem Gambling. If you believe you may be addicted to gambling, you can call the National Council on Problem Gambling Hotline at 1-800-522-4700 for assistance.

New Hampshire Sports Betting FAQs

Editor’s Note: Information accurate as of July 2022.