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New Jersey Sports Betting
Legal Betting
In the state of New Jersey, legal sportsbooks began taking bets in August 2018, and now the state has several online apps that are sports betting providers in the state.
What To Know
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Online sports betting is legal
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Must be 21+ to bet
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Strong new user sign-up bonuses for residents
Available Sportsbooks
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Upcoming Games To Bet On In New Jersey
Sports Betting Education 101
If you are new to sports betting, don’t worry!
Here at BetSided, we want to serve all sports bettors, from the experienced ones to novice bettors, in order to help them enjoy sports betting in the best way possible.
We have our Sports Betting Education section of the website that includes breakdowns such as:
What is a Spread?
What is a Moneyline?
How to Hedge
How to Understand American Odds
… and so much more.
New Jersey Sports Betting Legalization Timeline
The Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act stopped the legalization of sports betting in the United States, but New Jersey was one of the first states to take advantage of the Supreme Court ruling the act unconstitutional.
Back in 2016, New Jersey appealed its way to the US Supreme Court in October 2016, and the state, as well as the pro sports leagues, made their final arguments in December of 2017.
The Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act was ruled unconstitutional, opening the door for New Jersey and other states to legalize sports betting.
Tax Rates in New Jersey
New Jersey has a rather reasonable tax rate (13 percent), which has allowed several operators to enter. These operators only need to pay an entry fee of $100,000.
Futures Bets To Place In New Jersey
New Jersey Sportsbooks
DraftKings Sportsbook
DraftKings Sportsbook is legal in AZ, CO, CT, IL, IN, IA, LA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OR, PA, TN, VA, WV and WY.
FanDuel Sportsbook
FanDuel Sportsbook is legal in AZ, CO, CT, IA, IL, IN, LA, MI, NJ, NY, PA, TN, VA, WV and WY.
BetMGM Sportsbook
BetMGM Sportsbook is legal in AZ, CO, DC, IL, IN, IA, LA, MI, MS, NJ, NV, NY, PA, TN, VA, WV and WY.
Best Sports Betting App in New Jersey
DraftKings Sportsbook App
DraftKings Sportsbook is also available for both iPhone and Android, and it offers a ton of different options for each major sport. The betslip is easy to navigate, and the odds on the same-game parlay feature make it easier to choose picks.
Grade: A
FanDuel Sportsbook App
FanDuel Sportsbook is also available for both iPhone and Android, and it is very smooth moving and quick to navigate the entire app. FanDuel’s cash out feature is also one of the best in the business.
Grade: A
BetMGM Sportsbook App
BetMGM’s mobile app is easy to navigate for betting on games, but getting to player prop screens may be a bit more difficult than options such as DraftKings. However, BetMGM is super clean to use, and the betslip is very easy to access. It is also available for both iPhone and Android.
Grade: A-
Recent Sports Betting News in New Jersey
- March 2022: For the sixth time in seven months, New Jersey sports betting topped $1 billion in handle. This is good news for the state, as it has stayed steady even with New York legalizing sports betting.
- February 2022: New Jersey sportsbooks saw an increased handle in this year’s Super Bowl, up 22.4 percent from the prior year.
How to Place a Sports Bet in New Jersey
Placing a sports bet in New Jersey state is pretty straightforward once you sign up for the app or apps of your choosing.
To sign up, you will need register with the following information
Enter your personal details:
- Email
- Name
- Date of Birth
- Username/User ID
- Password
- Last four digits of Social Security Number
- Phone Number
- Home Address
You will then be prompted to set security questions and confirm that you are at least 21 years of age. After that, you can deposit into your account and get ready to start betting. That’s the fun part…
Details of New Jersey’s Sports Betting Law
With sports betting now legal in New Jersey, there are a few rules that are in place for bettors in the state.
Similarly to other states, you cannot bet on college teams from New Jersey, even if they are playing in another state. These teams include: Rutgers, Fairleigh Dickinson, Monmouth, NJIT, Princeton, Rider, Saint Peter’s and Seton Hall.
Also, bettors cannot wager on college sporting events taking place in New Jersey. So, neutral site NCAA Tournament, Bowl Games or conference tournament games are off limits if they are being played in the state.
Bettors can still can still gamble on the NFL, CFL, NBA, WNBA, European/international basketball leagues, MLB, NHL, international hockey leagues, MLS, English Premier League, UEFA Champions League, PGA Tour, LPGA Tour, PGA Tour Champions, PGA European, IndyCar, NASCAR, Formula One, Boxing, Tennis and NCAAF and NCAAB.
New Jersey Betting Markets: NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB and More
Popular New Jersey Sporting Events
- Super Bowl/NFL Playoffs
- NBA Finals/NBA Playoffs
- World Series/MLB Playoffs
- Stanley Cup Finals/NHL Playoffs
- NCAA Tournament (non-NJ teams)
- College Football Playoff
- The Masters
- PGA Championship
Common Types of Bets/Terms
Point Spreads
The point spread in the margin of victory in a game. A team must win or lose by a specific number of points in order to cover the point spread and win the bet.
Moneyline
A moneyline bet is simply choosing the winner of a sporting event regardless of the point spread. You can choose the favorite or underdog to win the game.
OVER/UNDER and Total Bets
An over/under or total is a bet on the total points scored in a sporting event. Over/unders are also used on prop bets.
Parlay
A parlay is a bet where multiple wagers are linked together in order to increase the odds on the payout. Every leg (bet) in the parlay must hit in order for it to win.
Prop Bet
A prop bet is any bet placed on a game that is not not directly affecting the game's final outcome. This can include player props as well as game props.
Most Popular Sports to Bet On
The most popular sports to bet on in New Jersey include football (NFL and NCAAF), basketball (NBA and NCAAB), baseball (MLB) and hockey (NHL).
New Jersey saw a major spike in its handle during the NFL playoffs and Super Bowl during 2022.
Daily Fantasy Sports in New Jersey
Daily Fantasy Sports are allowed in New Jersey. The state’s current law states that DFS operators must apply for a permit through the Division of Consumer Affairs and pay a 10.5 percent tax on gross in-state revenue.
Bettors who prefer the daily fantasy option over player prop betting should have no problem in NJ.
Betting on Pro Sports Teams in New Jersey
New Jersey does technically play host to the New York Giants and New York Jets, but the only pro sports team in the four major sports that claims New Jersey is the New Jersey Devils.
NFL Betting in New Jersey
- New York Jets (play in NJ)
- New York Giants (play in NJ)
NBA Betting in New Jersey
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NHL Betting in New Jersey
New Jersey Devils
MLB Betting in New Jersey
N/A
Statewide Restrictions
You cannot bet on college teams from New Jersey, even if they are playing in another state. These teams include: Rutgers, Fairleigh Dickinson, Monmouth, NJIT, Princeton, Rider, Saint Peter’s and Seton Hall.
Also, bettors cannot wager on college sporting events taking place in New Jersey. So, neutral site NCAA Tournament, Bowl Games or conference tournament games are off limits if they are being played in the state.
Other New Jersey Teams to Bet On
Since you cannot bet on college teams that are located in New Jersey, there aren’t any other professional teams outside of the New Jersey Devils that are in the state and fans can bet on.
Still, New Jersey natives can pick from any team that isn’t located in the state to bet on as well.
Betting on College Basketball in New Jersey
You can bet on college basketball in New Jersey as long as the game isn’t taking place in the state or if it is a game that features a New Jersey team.
These teams include: Rutgers, Fairleigh Dickinson, Monmouth, NJIT, Princeton, Rider, Saint Peter’s and Seton Hall.
New Jersey Online Sports Betting FAQ
Did New Jersey legalize sports betting?
Online sports betting in New Jersey went live in 2018 and it is legal through several different providers in the state.
How old do I have to be to bet on New Jersey’s legal sportsbook apps?
You must be 21 years or older to bet on New Jersey’s legal sportsbook apps.
Can I bet on my college football team in New Jersey?
As long as your college football team is not based in New Jersey, you can bet on them in NJ. However, Rutgers fans cannot bet on their team in New Jersey since college teams that play in NJ are off limits for NJ bettors.
What payment options can I use for betting in New Jersey?
You can deposit money into your sports betting account by way of credit cards, e-wallets like PayPal and Skrill, prepaid cards, and, in some cases, cash.
Best Sports Bars for Betting in New Jersey
- Black Bear Bar and Grill
- Mulligan's Pub
- Mother's Ale House
- Plank Road Inn
- Halftime Bar & Grill
- Franklin Steakhouse
- Joey McBride Pub
- Blue 42 Restaurant and Bar
Common Payment Options
- PayPal
- ACH/eCheck
- Prepaid Card
- PayNearMe
- Cash @ Cage (Casino)
- Check
Sports Betting Quirks in New Jersey
The biggest quirk for New Jersey sports betting is that you are not allowed to gamble on any college team that is from the state regardless of where the game is being played.
State-to-State Differences for Neighboring State
New Jersey and New York have similar rules for the wagering on college teams in their state. However, New York also doesn’t consider events like the NFL Draft to be sporting events, which means bettors can’t gamble on it, even though they can in New Jersey.
However, in Pennsylvania, you are allowed to bet on in-state college sports, differing slightly from New Jersey.
Final Thoughts on Betting in New Jersey
New Jersey is one of the first states to truly lean into sports betting. The state offers pretty easy access for providers to get into the market, as its 13 percent tax rate is way lower than neighboring states like New York (51 percent) and Pennsylvania (36 percent).
New Jersey is quickly becoming one of the more mature betting markets in the United States.
