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What You Need to Know About Sports Betting Taxes
Sports betting has gained popularity in recent years, particularly with the rise of online platforms and changing legislation.
As with any form of gambling, it's crucial to understand the tax implications of your winnings. This guide provides an overview of sports betting taxes and related topics to help bettors navigate the complex world of gambling taxation.
While the thrill of winning can be exciting, it's equally important to be prepared for the tax responsibilities that come with it.
Are Sports Betting Winnings Considered Taxable Income?
Gambling winnings, including those from sports betting, are indeed considered taxable income by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
This applies to both casual gamblers and those who might be classified as professional gamblers. The IRS views any money or fair market value of prizes won from gambling activities as income that must be reported.
The requirement to report gambling winnings applies regardless of the amount won. While casinos and other gambling establishments may only issue tax forms for winnings above certain thresholds, the taxpayer is still obligated to report all winnings, even modest amounts from a single bet.
Nick has been fascinated with sports since he was first taken to a Toronto Maple Leafs game back in 1998, and he's written about them professionally since 2014.
Nick has covered baseball and hockey for outlets like The Athletic, Sportsnet, and Yahoo Sports, and his sports betting expertise has grown since its legalization in Ontario in 2022.
Between 2022 and 2023 he worked for a betting startup called NorthStar Bets, and in 2024 he contributed to Oddspedia before joining the Responsible Gambling team.