Prediction Markets
in Arkansas
Arkansas is fully open for prediction markets: all major platforms available, no enforcement actions, a favorable 4.7% top income tax, and sports betting legal since 2022. Arkansas voters approved sports betting via Amendment 100 in 2018, anchored to existing casino licenses, and mobile wagering through licensed operators launched in 2022. CFTC-regulated prediction markets operate alongside this framework under separate federal jurisdiction.
Which platforms work in Arkansas?
All categories available in Arkansas. No state-level restrictions.
Polymarket QCEX available in Arkansas. Apply via the national waitlist.
Both Mana and Sweepcash available in Arkansas.
CFTC no-action letter. US politics only, $850 cap. Available in AR.
All prediction market contracts available in AR.
Arkansas vs the region
Tennessee
No income tax but Polymarket restricted. Sports betting legal. Arkansas beats TN on platform access; TN wins on tax.
Neighbor stateMissouri
Open status, 4.8% top rate. Sports betting legal since 2022. Very similar profile to Arkansas.
Neighbor stateOklahoma
Open status, 4.75% top rate. Tribal casino gambling dominant, no statewide mobile sports betting.