Without any major sports teams in North Dakota, the question of sports betting doesn’t really come up. Though their laws are unique when it comes to gambling, there likely won’t be any movement on sports betting anytime soon.

North Dakota Sports Betting News

May 5, 2022

Don't Bet On North Dakota Expanding Legalized Sports Wagering Soon

Don't Bet On North Dakota Expanding Legalized Sports Wagering Soon
Mar 29, 2023

House Speaker Expects Massachusetts Sports Betting Market to Explode

House Speaker Expects Massachusetts Sports Betting Market to Explode
Mar 29, 2023

Nebraska Sports Betting Rollout Unlikely to Take Place in 2023

Nebraska Sports Betting Rollout Unlikely to Take Place in 2023
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Is Jake Paul Going to Lose His Ohio Sports Betting License?

Is Jake Paul Going to Lose His Ohio Sports Betting License?

*The Peace Garden state is still in the process of legalization of sports betting, so the offshore oddsmakers we’ve listed above are all that’s available for now. US-based providers like DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars, PointsBet, BetRivers, Fox Bet, and Unibet won’t be accessible until a law changes. 

North Dakota Sports Betting Timeline

North Dakota has had an interesting journey through sports betting, which we'll cover in-depth here.

The State's Tribal Casinos and 2019 Bills Attempts

North Dakota is home to five tribal casinos, which are fairly standard as far as casinos go. Commercial casinos are legal, but many big businesses don’t see the value as North Dakota isn’t a tourist attraction, not to mention the taxes they would have to pay doesn’t make it worth their while.

North Dakota is 47th in population density, so with a small population, and no real sports teams in the state, it’s likely not a priority due to the financial risk, for likely little return.

Two bills were pitched in 2019 to legalize sports betting, but didn’t make it far - they were struck down almost immediately. One bill was even directed towards charitable sports betting, which would allow charitable organizations to offer sports betting. The head of the North Dakota University system opposed the bill, as well as college presidents.

Social Gambling and Fantasy Sport

Social gambling is permitted within the state, so this could be interpreted as a loophole per se, to place some friendly wagers with buddies. The rules state that you can’t exceed a $25 buy-in, but honestly, social gambling is so hard to monitor and regulate, we can’t see that being an issue. Social gambling involves football pools, poker games, anything that you would bet on with friends.

Speaking of football pools, when it comes to Daily Fantasy Sports betting, the state has the weirdest stance on the subject compared to any other US state. They acknowledged that DFS existed in the 1990s, then didn’t create any rules around it. They have no proposals to legalize it, and on the flip side, North Dakota residents aren’t banned from playing. It is a ‘proceed at your own risk’ kind of situation, but there is really nothing that can be done if there isn’t a state law surrounding it.

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Can I bet on sports in North Dakota?

Well, you can’t find a legal sportsbook within state lines – we don’t even think you’ll be able to find an illegal one, to be honest.

You can bet on sports online in the state of North Dakota. There are many online sportsbooks that are safe and secure and allow you to bet from wherever you like, whether it be the couch, the bus or even the sports bar.

The North Dakota laws are dated, and gambling laws don’t involve online gambling, so online sports betting is technically under the same umbrella as DFS. No mention of it, means it’s not illegal.

Top Online Sportsbooks for Betting in North Dakota

Online sportsbooks can be overwhelming – there are so many of them, with so many promotions and bonuses, but there are always rules that go along with it. Many sportsbooks aren’t too good to be true, but you do have to pay attention before you sign up. You don’t want to sign up with the intention to only bet $20 only to realize that the minimum deposit is $100, or that they don’t accept your desired payment option.

We have compiled a list of the top sportsbooks that we ourselves use and reviewed them for your benefit. We want to make sure you’re making the best betting decisions possible, and choosing your sportsbook is the most important one.

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North Dakota Casinos

While it’s unlikely that the casinos will host sports betting - if it’s ever legalized at all, we thought we’d outline the tribal casinos in the state, so if the time comes, you will know which casino is best for you and close to your location. Preparation is key!

  • Dakota Magic Casino in Richland County operated by Dakota Nation Gaming Enterprise
  • Spirit Lake Casino in Benson County operated by The Spirit Lake Tribe
  • 4 Bears Casino in McKenzie County operated by the Three Affiliated Tribes of the Fort Berthold Reservation
  • Sky Dancer Casino in Rolette County operated by Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians
  • Prairie Knights Casino and Resort in Sioux County operated by the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe
  • Grand Treasure Casino in Trenton County, operated by the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians

There are also a few charitable casinos in the state of North Dakota:

  • The Stadium Sports Bar and Casino in Burleigh County
  • Blue Wolf Casino in Cass County
  • King Pin Casino in Cass County
  • Nickels Lounge and Casino in Bismarck County
  • Borrowed Buck’s Roadhouse in Cass County

It’s highly likely that the North Dakota Lottery will spearhead sports betting if North Dakota lawmakers ever approve a bill to offer it in the state.

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