Ah, the Keystone State. Or is it the Coal State, Oil State or Quaker State. What about the State of Independence? Heck, whatever name you associate Pennsylvania with, we’re cool.
Whether you want to bet on the Philadelphia Eagles or Pittsburgh Steelers in the
NFL, the Phillies or Pirates in
MLB, or even the Penguins or Flyers in
NHL, these sportsbooks will give you the
best odds in PA.
Best Sportsbooks in Pennsylvania
Sports Betting in Pennsylvania
How can I bet on sports in Pennsylvania?
You can bet with any of the above sportsbooks on their online sites or with their apps. All major Pennsylvania sportsbooks have apps usable on iPhone and Android.
When using our
Best Books
section you’ll find the top sportsbooks in Pennsylvania and receive access to Dimers’ exclusive
online betting promotional codes. Depending on your choice, you will receive either a no stress/bonus bet, deposit bonus or a bonus bet, just for using Dimers. So, before you sign up and deposit with any PA sportsbook, check the
best online sportsbooks in Pennsylvania.
If in-person betting is your thing you’re in luck, too. It doesn’t matter where you are in Pennsylvania, it’s likely you’re within an hour of the nearest sportsbook. Naturally, most are based in either Greater Philadelphia or Pittsburgh, though Poconos and Erie have you covered too.
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How to Bet on Sports Online in Pennsylvania
What do I need to do to join a sportsbook in Pennsylvania?
Currently, there are very few restrictions to joining a sportsbook in Pennsylvania. You must be an Eagles fan, no we’re just kidding! We wouldn’t wish that upon you if you're not one already!
As we mentioned above, you’ll need to register online before you can deposit money into your account and wager. This is to
validate your identity and sports betting account.
You must also enable geolocation if you want to bet on sports. Pennsylvania sportsbooks must be able to verify you are in fact within the state before any wager is placed. Most books will ask to use your location when you first open their betting app, just make sure you allow it, otherwise you won’t be able to bet.
If you were to travel to a state where sports betting is legal, you would be able to use your sportsbook app — unless it is state-specific. If that is the case, you may need to download the other state’s version once within their lines. If your sportsbook is universal, then you’ll be able to bet online, no extra downloads and no problems!
Good news, too, if you’re visiting the Keystone State. You’re able to bet – so long as you register online. If you’re within state lines, you’re welcome to bet in Steelers and Eagles country.
But regardless of where you are actually from, you will still need to follow these
responsible gambling
guidelines to stop your sports bets from spiralling out of control.
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When Will Sports Betting Become Legal in My State?
How old do I have to be to use a Pennsylvanian sportsbook?
You must be at least 21 years of age to use a sportsbook, or bet on sports in the state of Pennsylvania which is almost the same even for most of the
best online sportsbooks in West Virginia. This includes betting either in a casino or online. Verifying your age is a prerequisite of opening an online betting account. If you’re not 21, there’s no getting around it.
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Where is Online Sports Betting Legal in the United States?
What sports can’t I bet on in Pennsylvania?
Thankfully, betting on college sports is legal in Pennsylvania and in New Jersey because you can bet on the
best online sportsbooks New Jersey. Yes, that includes live betting and wagers on teams within the state. Unfortunately, there are limits as to what you can bet on generally.
If you want to bet on Carson Wentz for next year’s NFL MVP, you’re more than welcome to. Mike Tomlin for Coach of the Year? Well, regardless of its unlikeliness, Pennsylvanians are unable to bet on any type of coaching award. This applies not only to NFL betting, but every sport.
Despite the fun associated with these events — prop and future bets are so fun — draft or trade bet is strictly illegal in PA.
You may be screaming WHY at your screen. We understand, but Penn regulators believe these events have nothing to do with any particular sporting event or direct performance. For the same reason, e-Sports, Entertainment and Political betting are off-limits in Pennsylvania.
Don’t ask us to apply the logic, we’re with you.
Understandably, there is no scope to bet on high school sports anywhere in PA.
Now you’ve learned all there is to know about the best sportsbooks in Pennsylvania, so what now?
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