By the Numbers. Tax Revenue from Sports Betting in the South

Where: Mississippi

How long has sports betting been legal in MS? 18 months

What has revenue looked like?

• $59.6 million in tax revenue
• $526.3 million wagered 
• 8% to the state
  • In 2019, that was $3.56 million in tax revenue
• 4% to local governments where casinos are located 
  • In 2019, that was $1.78 million

The 2017-2018 legislation: House Bill 967 (2017 | MS)

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