- Another massive week for New York online sports betting
- The New York State Gaming Commission reported $62.3 million in gross gaming revenues for the week
- New York sports bettors wagered more than $557 million for the week ending Feb. 9
Coming off its record setting 2024, New York online sports betting continued its hot 2025 start with another massive week.
The Super Bowl signaled the end of a huge football season for the Empire State, with New York sports bettors wagering $557.8 million for the week ending Feb. 9.
New Yorkers wagered nearly $155 million on the Super Bowl alone.
Another Big Sports Betting Week
After setting records in 2024, New York has had a blistering start to its 2025 sports betting season. January saw the most money ever bet, and the most gross gaming revenue ever recorded, in the state since sports betting launched in January 2022.
The New York State Gaming Commission releases handle and revenue reports for its nine live NY sports betting apps, Caesars Sportsbook, DraftKings Sportsbook, FanDuel, BetMGM, Fanatics Sportsbook, Bally Bet, Resorts World Bet, ESPN BET, and BetRivers, at the conclusion of each week.
For the week ending Feb. 9, the New York State Gaming Commission reported $557,879,280 in online sports betting handle and $62,383,200 in gross gaming revenue.
Here are the handle breakdowns for the nine sportsbooks for the week ending Feb. 2:
- FanDuel NY: $222,239,246
- DraftKings NY: $193,961,420
- Fanatics Sportsbook: $39,804,405
- BetMGM NY: $38,396,184
- Caesars Sportsbook: $32,525,758
- ESPN BET: $11,838,488
- BetRivers: $11,729,077
- Bally Bet: $1,897,481
- Resorts World: $1,792,617
Here are the total handles for the nine sportsbooks since New York’s Jan. 8, 2022 launch. FanDuel is the only operator in the state to eclipse $24 billion in total handle so far.
- FanDuel: $24,639,550,747
- DraftKings: $20,532,731,972
- Caesars: $6,994,603,943
- BetMGM: $4,426,144,801
- Fanatics Sportsbook: $2,218,096,055
- BetRivers: $1,699,104,304
- Resorts World: $228,313,595
- ESPN BET: $210,343,183
- Bally Bet: $151,737,444
NY Sports Betting Revenues
For the week of Feb. 9, the nine sportsbooks reported a total of $62,383,200 in gross gaming revenue. At New York’s 51% online sports betting tax rate, this resulted in $31,815,432 million in tax revenue.
Here are the total gross gaming revenues for the week:
- FanDuel: $33,778,347
- DraftKings: $17,248,053
- Fanatics Sportsbook: $4,300,993
- Caesars Sportsbook: $3,825,091
- BetMGM: $2,751,939
- ESPN BET: $1,226,431
- BetRivers: $311,835
- Resorts World: $183,126
- Bally Bet: $171,490
Here are the total gross gaming revenues since the Jan. 8, 2022 launch:
- FanDuel: $2,581,640,550
- DraftKings: $1,739,877,743
- Caesars Sportsbook: $511,977,351
- BetMGM: $295,036,625
- Fanatics Sportsbook: $158,232,857
- BetRivers: $103,912,189
- Resorts World: $15,270,900
- ESPN BET: $12,476,015
- Bally Bet: $9,460,209
Online sports betting has continued to thrive in New York in 2025, with more and more residents turning to digital platforms to place their bets on their favorite sports teams. The success of online sports betting in the state can be attributed to a number of factors, including the convenience and accessibility that online platforms offer, as well as the increasing popularity of sports betting as a form of entertainment.
One of the key reasons for the continued success of online sports betting in New York is the convenience that it offers to bettors. With online platforms, bettors can place their bets from the comfort of their own homes or while on the go, without having to travel to a physical sportsbook. This convenience has made online sports betting an attractive option for many residents, especially those who may not have easy access to a physical sportsbook.
In addition to convenience, online sports betting in New York has also benefited from the increasing popularity of sports betting as a form of entertainment. With the rise of fantasy sports and other forms of online gaming, more and more people are becoming interested in placing bets on sports events. Online sports betting platforms have capitalized on this trend by offering a wide range of betting options and promotions to attract new customers.
Furthermore, the legalization of online sports betting in New York has also played a significant role in its continued success. In recent years, several states have legalized online sports betting, leading to a surge in popularity and revenue for the industry. New York’s decision to legalize online sports betting has allowed residents to participate in this growing market, while also generating additional tax revenue for the state.
Looking ahead to the future, it is likely that online sports betting will continue to thrive in New York as more residents become comfortable with digital platforms and the industry continues to innovate and expand. With advancements in technology and an increasing number of online sports betting options available, it is clear that the success of online sports betting in New York is here to stay.
