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In February 2026, U.S. sports betting continued to grow, with New York leading the nation with a $2.09 billion handle. North Carolina reported a $596 million handle. Total 2025 U.S. betting handle exceeded $165 billion, with 2026, including the Super Bowl, seeing high, albeit slightly dipped, revenue in top states.
Key February 2026 Betting Data
In February 2026, U.S. sports betting continued to grow, with New York leading the nation with a $2.09 billion handle. North Carolina reported a $596 million handle. Total 2025 U.S. betting handle exceeded $165 billion, with 2026, including the Super Bowl, seeing high, albeit slightly dipped, revenue in top states.
Key February 2026 Betting Data
- New York: $2.09 billion handle (6% increase YoY), with $177.5 million in revenue, marking seven consecutive months over $2 billion.
- North Carolina: $596.1 million handle, $58 million in revenue.
- Super Bowl: Generated $126.3 million in online wagers in New York alone.
- Market Trends: Parlay gross gaming revenue (GGR) penetration hit record levels (~65%).
- Growth: The overall US market is projected to reach $88.11 billion in revenue in 2026.
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- National Leaders: New York, New Jersey, and Ohio continue to dominate the market.
- Top 2025 Growth: Arkansas, Vermont, Ohio, and New York saw gains of 15-18%.
- Future Outlook: The market is expected to continue growth in 2026, with 2025 setting a record of $16.96 billion in total revenue