North Carolina Sports Betting Surges Past $800M in November

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North Carolina Sports Betting Surges Past $800M in November

The sports betting boom in the Tar Heel State continues. In November 2025, bettors in North Carolina wagered more than $800 million, setting yet another record for the state. The surge reflects growing adoption of legal mobile wagering and strong interest across major sports.

North Carolina Online Sportsbooks Performing Strong in November 2025

North Carolina State Lottery Commission reported that in November, eight major online operators in North Carolina generated $92.9 million in gross revenue, marking the second-highest monthly profit ever recorded in the state. The initial record was tallied back in April 2024. 

November’s handle showed a 27% year-over-year increase. It represents the second time North Carolina bettors have wagered over $800 million, and the ninth time they have exceeded $600 million. 

Football season helped drive massive wagering during its second year in the Tar Heel State. Combined interest in college basketball, NBA, and NHL also contributed. 

The jump in revenue and wagers signals that US online sportsbooks in North Carolina are thriving under favorable market conditions. Lower promotional wagers and fewer cancelled bets compared to prior months also helped improve operator profits and state tax collections. 

North Carolina Sports Betting: From Launch to Fast Growth

Online sports betting in North Carolina launched in March 2024. The first full month saw a handle record around $685 million. 

Since then, the market has steadily grown. By November 2025, total wagers placed in the state, including paid bets plus promotional wagers, have crossed $12 billion. 

Looking ahead, the trajectory for North Carolina’s sports betting appears strong. The record November performance likely foreshadows more growth as the NFL season continues, and college basketball ramping up. 

Additionally, interest in major leagues like the NBA and NHL keeps bettors engaged. If current trends hold, future months may well surpass November’s benchmarks.

Regulators and operators alike may see steadily rising tax revenues, thanks to high gross wagering revenue and stable hold rates. For now, the North Carolina gambling scene, particularly its sports betting market, seems primed for further expansion.