Prediction Markets
in Montana
Montana is fully open for prediction markets: all major platforms available, no enforcement actions, and a 5.9% top income tax. Montana was actually one of the first states to offer sports betting post-PASPA, though through the Montana Lottery with limited options. CFTC-regulated prediction markets operate under separate federal jurisdiction and represent a broader, more liquid event wagering option than Montana's lottery-operated sports betting.
Which platforms work in Montana?
All categories available in Montana. No state-level restrictions.
Polymarket QCEX available in Montana. Apply via the national waitlist.
Both Mana and Sweepcash available in Montana.
CFTC no-action letter. US politics only, $850 cap. Available in MT.
All prediction market contracts available in MT.
Montana in the Mountain West
Wyoming
No state income tax. Sports betting fully mobile-licensed since 2021. Major tax advantage over Montana.
RestrictedIdaho
Restricted status: Manifold unavailable. No income tax advantage. Montana is cleaner for platform access.
Neighbor stateNorth Dakota
2.5% flat rate: much lower than Montana. Open status, all platforms.