Prediction Markets in New Jersey 2026

7 of 8 platforms available

CFTC-regulated event contracts are federally legal in New Jersey

Platform Availability

PlatformAvailableFeesRegulation
Kalshi7% × p × (1−p) per contract (taker)CFTC Regulated
Polymarket2% on net profits at withdrawal (Global) / 0.1% taker fee (US)Crypto-Based
Robinhood$0.01–$0.02 per contractState Licensed
DraftKings$0.02 per contract per side ($0.01 DK + $0.01 CME)CFTC Regulated
ForecastEx$0.01 per contract (built into spread; Yes + No = $1.01)CFTC Regulated
FanDuel$0.01+ per contract per side (CME exchange fee + FanDuel markup)CFTC Regulated
PredictIt10% on gross profits + 5% withdrawal feeCFTC Regulated
CoinbaseKalshi fees apply (7% × p × (1−p) taker); Coinbase markup TBDCFTC Regulated

Robinhood is currently unavailable in New Jersey.

Sports Betting in New Jersey

Legal

Legal since June 2018. Led the Supreme Court challenge that overturned PASPA. One of the largest US markets.

About Prediction Markets in New Jersey

CFTC-regulated prediction markets are available in New Jersey, though Robinhood event contracts are not available in this state. NJ's strong gambling regulatory framework means some platforms proceed cautiously.

Prediction markets (also called event contracts) let you trade on the outcome of real-world events — elections, economic indicators, weather, and more. Unlike sports betting, these are CFTC-regulated financial instruments traded on designated contract markets.

Since New Jersey has legal sports betting, residents can access both traditional sportsbooks and prediction market platforms. The two serve different purposes: sportsbooks for sports odds, and prediction markets for a wider range of event outcomes.

Compare fees and features across platforms available in New Jersey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are prediction markets legal in New Jersey?
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Yes. CFTC-regulated prediction markets are federally regulated event contracts, not state-regulated gambling. 7 of 8 major platforms are currently available in New Jersey.
Which prediction market platforms work in New Jersey?
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Kalshi, Polymarket, DraftKings, ForecastEx, FanDuel, PredictIt, Coinbase are available in New Jersey. Robinhood is currently restricted.
Is sports betting legal in New Jersey?
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Legal since June 2018. Led the Supreme Court challenge that overturned PASPA. One of the largest US markets.
How do prediction market fees compare in New Jersey?
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Fees vary by platform. Use our fee calculator and comparison pages to find the lowest cost option available in New Jersey.
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