Super Bowl LVIII Sets Betting Record with $185.6 Million Wagered in Las Vegas

The game, which was the most-watched program ever, marks a significant moment for the U.S. gaming industry amid expanding legal sports betting.

Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas set a new record with $185.6 million wagered across sportsbooks, surpassing the previous record by nearly $6 million.
The game, which saw the Kansas City Chiefs defeat the San Francisco 49ers in overtime, was the most-watched program ever with an estimated 123.4 million viewers.
Sports betting is now legal and operational in 38 states and Washington D.C., with mobile betting available in 29 of those jurisdictions.
Winnings from sports betting are subject to federal and state taxes, with specific rates varying by state.
Despite the record-breaking betting total, Las Vegas sportsbooks only won $6.8 million, marking one of the few times they did not come out as the big winner.