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Vermont has one of the smallest gambling footprints of any state that has legalized sports betting. There are no casinos in Vermont. The state lottery has operated since 1978 and sells draw games and scratch tickets. Sports betting passed in 2023 and the mobile market launched in January 2024, just before the Super Bowl. The state limited the initial market to two licensed operators, settling on DraftKings and FanDuel as the primary vendors.
The absence of casinos is a long-standing feature of Vermont's policy. There have been proposals over the years, but the state's rural character and the proximity to major casino markets in neighboring states have reduced the urgency of development. Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun in Connecticut are accessible from southern Vermont.
For residents, Vermont's gambling options are simple. You can bet on sports through DraftKings or FanDuel on your phone. You can buy lottery tickets. There is no casino in the state. For residents in the Burlington area or southern Vermont, Connecticut casinos are the closest major gambling destination. The sports betting market is functional but new, and the two-operator structure keeps competition limited compared to larger state markets.
No casinos. Sports betting launched 2024 (mobile). Lottery active.
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What two states prohibit gambling?
If state-run lotteries are included, then 48 states allow some form of gambling. The exceptions are Hawaii, where gambling was outlawed prior to statehood, and Utah, which bans gambling in its state constitution. Casino-style gambling, however, is much less widespread than lotteries.
What is the new gambling law for 2026?
You can take a gambling loss deduction against your gambling winnings. However, as of tax year 2026, taxpayers can only deduct up to 90% of their gambling losses against gambling winnings. Prior to 2026, gamblers could deduct up to 100% of their winnings based on losses.
Can I use DraftKings in Vermont?
Vermont. Mobile sports betting is live in Vermont. Download DraftKings Sportsbook to place a bet today.
Does VT have any casinos?
There are no legal land-based casinos in Vermont, which means no brick-and-mortar slot halls or table-game rooms anywhere in Barre, Montpelier or beyond. There are no licensed online casinos offering slots, blackjack, roulette, none of that.
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Sources: American Gaming Association 2024, Legal Sports Report, NCSL. Gambling laws change frequently — verify current status before wagering.