West Virginia Sports Betting

Tyler Loechner

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West Virginia may not have any of its own professional sports teams, but the state is home to elite college sports and houses some underrated sports fans. Online sports betting is legal in West Virginia, and there are many online sportsbook options for placing bets in West Virginia.

Though West Virginia doesn’t have any pro teams of its own, the state is circled by other states including Virginia, Washington DC, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Ohio, among others. In short, WV bettors plenty of nearby options to choose from, ranging from the Cleveland Browns to the Baltimore Ravens and more.

West Virginia sports bettors can also bet on NCAA basketball and football, English Premier League soccer and many other sports (check your favorite sportsbook for all offers).

There are several legal sports betting apps available in West Virginia, and we’ll go over some of the best options to help you place online bets in the state.

Top West Virginia sportsbooks online sports betting

DraftKings Sportsbook WV

Launch: DraftKings online sports betting in West Virginia launched in August 2019.
Bonus offer*: $1,000 deposit bonus
Sign up: DraftKings Sportsbook WV

DraftKings was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Boston. DraftKings is a top DFS platform and is also one of the best online sportsbooks. DraftKings Sportsbook can be accessed on a mobile app or website.

DraftKings Sportsbook Website
iOS: DraftKings Sportsbook & Casino on the Apple App Store
Android: DraftKings Sportsbook & Casino on the Google Play Store

FanDuel Sportsbook WV

Launch: FanDuel online betting in West Virginia launched in August 2019.
Bonus offer*: $1,000 risk-free bet
Sign up: FanDuel Sportsbook WV

FanDuel was founded 2009 and is headquartered in New York City. FanDuel is a top DFS platform and is also one of the best online sportsbooks. FanDuel Sportsbook can be accessed on a mobile app or website.

FanDuel Sportsbook Website
iOS: FanDuel Sportsbook & Casino on the Apple App Store
Android: FanDuel Sportsbook & Casino on the Google Play Store

BetMGM Online Sportsbook WV

Launch: BetMGM mobile sports betting in West Virginia launched in January 2020.
Bonus offer*: $600 risk-free bet
Sign up: BetMGM WV

MGM was found in 1986 and is headquartered in Las Vegas. BetMGM Sportsbook can be accessed on a mobile app or website.

BetMGM Sportsbook Website
iOS: BetMGM Sportsbook on the Apple App Store
Android: BetMGM Sportsbook on the Google Play Store

William Hill Sportsbook WV

Launch: William Hill Sportsbook WV launched in February 2021.
Bonus offer*: $500 risk-free bet
Sign up: Williams Hill Sportsbook WV

William Hill was founded in 1934 and is headquartered in London. William Hill Sportsbook can be accessed on a mobile app or website.

Website: William Hill Website
iOS: William Hill: Sports Betting on the Apple App Store
Android: William Hill Sportsbook on the Google Play Store

* Bonus offers shown here are as of March 2021; bonus offers are subject to change.

Sports you can bet on in West Virginia

West Virginia sports bettors can bet on a wide range of sports, including, but not limited to, those shown in the chart below:

Sport	Leagues
Baseball	MLB
Basketball	NBA, NCAA, WNBA, Euroleague & more
Boxing
Football	NFL, NCAA
Golf	The Majors, PGA, Euro Tour
Hockey	NHL, KHL, Sweden & more
MMA	UFC, MMA
Motor Sports	NASCAR, Formula 1
Rugby	Rugby League, Rugby Union
Soccer	EPL, UEFA, Women’s International, Champions League, individual country leagues
Tennis	Australian Open, Grand Slams & more

Check with your sportsbook for all available sports and leagues, as the options can differ between different sportsbooks.

Bet types in West Virginia

Online West Virginia sports betting offers all of your typical bet types, including but not limited to those shown in the chart below:

Bet Type	Description
Moneyline	Pick which team will win the game.
Point Spread	The team you pick has to cover the spread (+/- points)
Total	Pick over/under the total amount of points scored
Game Prop	Side bets on the game (e.g. first team to score)
Player Prop	Side bets on individual players (e.g. over/under yards)
Parlay	Multiple bets on the same slip; all must hit to win
Round Robin	Multiple parlays on the same slip, but money on all possible parlays on the slip
Futures	Bet on events that will occur in the future (e.g. league MVP)
Teaser	Alternative spread parlay bets
Live Betting	Betting on events that are in progress

Check with your sportsbook for all available bet types, as the options can differ between different sportsbooks.

How to legally make sports bets in West Virginia

West Virginia sports betting is regulated by the West Virginia Lottery Commission. Regulations in West Virginia may differ from other states, and wagers offered in some states may not be available in West Virginia (and vice versa).

General rules for legal online sports betting in West Virginia include but are not limited to:

You must be at least 21 years of page
You must be located in the state of West Virginia (you do not have to live in the state, but you do have to be physically present within its borders to place a bet).
You must use an approved sportsbook, such as one of the options listed above

Check with your sportsbook for all rules and regulations that must be followed, including tax laws on any winnings.

West Virginia Sports Betting FAQs

Is online sports betting legal in West Virginia?

Yes. West Virginia legalized online sports betting in March 2018.

What is the legal age for online sports betting in WV?

You have to be at least 21 years old.

Do I have to live in West Virginia to do online sports betting in West Virginia?

No. You just have to be located within the state when you place the wager.

What are West Virginia resources for responsible gambling?

The Problem Gamblers Help Network of West Virginia website has helpful information. West Virginia sports bettors can self-exclude, live chat online, call 1-800-426-2537, and more.