{"id":2556810,"date":"2025-04-04T06:03:36","date_gmt":"2025-04-04T10:03:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/?post_type=guides&#038;p=2556810"},"modified":"2025-05-01T10:17:20","modified_gmt":"2025-05-01T14:17:20","slug":"gambling-winnings-tax","status":"publish","type":"guides","link":"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/igaming\/gambling-winnings-tax\/","title":{"rendered":"Gambling Winnings Tax"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Tax revenue is becoming a major driving force as more US states contemplate legalizing gambling. Whether you\u2019ve played poker or bet on sports, your winnings could be taxable. And with tax season around the corner, knowing how to report them is key.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To help you navigate the requirements, this guide will define gambling winnings tax and help you understand your responsibilities. We\u2019ll walk you through reporting tax returns, federal and state tax rates, tax relief, and more to ensure compliance with the law.<\/p>\n\n\n<div>\n    <section class=\"toc-sticky w-100 bg-white \">\n        <div class=\"toc-sticky__container container\">\n            <div class=\"toc-sticky__open d-flex align-items-end\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                 aria-controls=\"multiCollapse1\"\n                 data-bs-target=\"#multiCollapse1\">\n                <button\n                        class=\"btn btn-primary collapse-action-btn p-1 rounded-circle\"\n                        type=\"button\"\n                >\n                    <i class=\"icon-chevron-up\"><\/i>\n                <\/button>\n                <span id=\"toc-current-title\" class=\"d-flex align-items-center\">\n                    Table of Contents\n                <\/span>\n                <span class=\"toc-main-title-permanent\">Table of Contents<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <div\n                    class=\"collapse my-3\"\n                    id=\"multiCollapse1\"\n            >\n                <ol class=\"StepProgress\">\n                                                                        <li class=\"StepProgress-item current\">\n                                                <div class=\"StepProgress-item__group\">\n                            <a data-id=\"definition_of_gambling_winnings\"\n                               onclick=handleScrollToTitle(\"definition_of_gambling_winnings\")\n                               class=\"StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"2\">Definition of gambling winnings<\/a>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                                <\/li>\n                                                                        <li class=\"StepProgress-item\">\n                                                <div class=\"StepProgress-item__group\">\n                            <a data-id=\"do_i_need_to_pay_tax_on_online_gambling_winnings\"\n                               onclick=handleScrollToTitle(\"do_i_need_to_pay_tax_on_online_gambling_winnings\")\n                               class=\"StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"2\">Do I need to pay tax on online gambling winnings?<\/a>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                                <\/li>\n                                                                        <li class=\"StepProgress-item\">\n                                                <div class=\"StepProgress-item__group\">\n                            <a data-id=\"how_to_disclose_gambling_tax_returns\"\n                               onclick=handleScrollToTitle(\"how_to_disclose_gambling_tax_returns\")\n                               class=\"StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"2\">How to disclose gambling tax returns<\/a>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                                <\/li>\n                                                                        <li class=\"StepProgress-item\">\n                                                <div class=\"StepProgress-item__group\">\n                            <a data-id=\"tax_on_gambling_winnings_key_considerations\"\n                               onclick=handleScrollToTitle(\"tax_on_gambling_winnings_key_considerations\")\n                               class=\"StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"2\">Tax on gambling winnings \u2014 key considerations<\/a>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                                <\/li>\n                                                                        <li class=\"StepProgress-item\">\n                                                <div class=\"StepProgress-item__group\">\n                            <a 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data-level=\"2\">Definition of gambling winnings<\/a>\n                                                            <\/div>\n                                                    <\/li>\n                    \t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t                                                     <li class=\"StepProgress-item \">\n                                                    <div class=\"StepProgress-item__group\">\n                                <a data-id=\"do_i_need_to_pay_tax_on_online_gambling_winnings\"\n                                   onclick=handleScrollToTitle(\"do_i_need_to_pay_tax_on_online_gambling_winnings\")\n                                   class=\"StepProgress-item__link\"\n                                   data-level=\"2\">Do I need to pay tax on online gambling winnings?<\/a>\n                                                            <\/div>\n                                                    <\/li>\n                    \t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t                               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placed on events with uncertain outcomes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This category includes lotteries, raffles, casino games, horse races, and sports betting, as long as they involve real monetary value. It covers earnings from both local and international gambling activities and events. The term also encompasses cash winnings and non-cash rewards, such as vehicles, vacations, and similar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The IRS explicitly defines gambling winnings since they fall under taxable income in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"530\" src=\"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/1.jpg\" alt=\"Gambling winnings have been subject to taxation in the US since the Revenue Act of 1921.\" class=\"wp-image-2556816\" style=\"width:auto;height:500px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/1.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/1-300x177.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/1-768x452.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"do_i_need_to_pay_tax_on_online_gambling_winnings\">Do I need to pay tax on online gambling winnings?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You need to pay taxes on&nbsp;<strong>online gambling<\/strong>&nbsp;winnings because US law doesn\u2019t differentiate them from traditional gambling winnings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The IRS sees winnings from all real-money gambling activities as a form of revenue, which is taxable by law. Therefore, rewards from online gambling aren\u2019t exempt, whether they\u2019re from US or offshore gaming sites. To stay compliant, you must report them on your federal tax return as gambling income.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If not, the IRS may suspect you\u2019ve underreported your earnings, which could result in penalties and interest. Depending on whether the service interprets the underpayment as negligence or fraud, you may be subject to fines of 20%\u201375% of the unpaid amount, plus the interest on unpaid taxes and penalties of 7%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How much of my gambling winnings is taxable?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The total amount of gambling income is taxable. However, you cannot deduct the cost of your initial wagers directly from your winnings when reporting them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, if you\u2019ve won $530 from a slot game with a $30 bet, your taxable income won\u2019t be $500 \u2014 it will remain $530. Namely, the IRS does not allow you to &#8220;tally&#8221; winnings and losses in your tax form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You must report the full amount you\u2019ve won or the reward\u2019s fair market value (FMV) at the time of winning (if you\u2019ve acquired a non-cash item).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note:&nbsp;<\/strong>The FMV reflects the price the item would command in an open market transaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"link-anchor\"><strong>Gambling winnings tax rates<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The\u00a0default tax rate on gambling winnings is 24% for lottery,\u00a0sweepstakes, and wagering pool prizes of $5,000 or more, as well as other gambling winnings at least 300 times the original bet amount. The only exceptions are winnings of non-resident aliens, which are taxed at 30%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, this is only the federal tax rate. You might also face state taxes on gambling winnings, depending on your place of residence. For example, Texas and Florida don\u2019t tax gambling winnings, while Pennsylvania and North Carolina impose a gambling winnings tax rate of 3.07% and 4.5%, respectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember that you can also become liable to a backup withholding tax if you don\u2019t provide a valid Social Security Number (SSN) or Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) or if the IRS flags you for having a history of underreporting your income. This tax rate is also 24% for cash rewards, but can reach 31.58% for non-cash rewards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong>&nbsp;If you&#8217;re subject to regular gambling withholding, you won&#8217;t be liable for backup withholding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Can I claim tax relief on gambling losses?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While you can\u2019t deduct the cost of your wager from your gambling winnings tax, you can write off your losses. However, the cost of wagers (i.e., the amount you gamble) can be used as a deduction for tax purposes \u2014 but only as part of itemized deductions on your tax return.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That is, however, only if you\u2019re a resident who complies with specific rules regarding the structure and amount of your deductions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>You must itemize your deductions<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To claim losses, you should itemize your deductions on\u00a0Schedule A\u00a0of your federal tax return. You must keep detailed records of your gambling winnings and losses throughout the year. Your records should include the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u2022 Type of gambling activities you engaged in (specific games)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2022 Date and place (name and address) where you played<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2022 People you played with<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2022 Amounts won and lost<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You should also save the wagering tickets, receipts from the gambling facility (including travel and accommodation expenses), and canceled checks and credit card statements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong>&nbsp;If you choose to itemize your deductions, you won\u2019t be able to claim the Standard Deduction for your filing status, even if it comes up to more than the total of your itemized deductions. You must also itemize deductions for other expenses, or you will lose your right to claim tax relief on gambling losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>You must mind the amount of your deductions<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>You can&#8217;t deduct more than the gambling winnings you report as taxable income. The IRS allows you to offset your winnings only up to the amount you\u2019ve won.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, if you\u2019ve gambled $6,000 to win $4,000, your deduction is limited to $4,000 at most. You cannot add the remaining $2,000 to reduce other taxable income or carry it over to future years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note:&nbsp;<\/strong>Some states, like Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, New York, and Minnesota, limit or even prohibit gambling loss deductions on state tax returns. But don\u2019t worry; it only applies at the state level. You can still deduct losses on your federal return even if you live in one of these states.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"how_to_disclose_gambling_tax_returns\">How to disclose gambling tax returns<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You should disclose your cash and non-cash value gambling rewards as \u201cother income\u201d on Schedule 1 on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/forms-pubs\/about-form-1040\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Form 1040<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/forms-pubs\/about-form-1040-sr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Form 1040-SR<\/a>&nbsp;if you\u2019re 65 or older, or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/forms-pubs\/about-form-1040-nr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Form 1040-NR<\/a>&nbsp;if you\u2019re a non-resident alien. All three are standard IRS documents individual taxpayers use to file annual income tax returns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can work out the payable amounts yourself or use a gambling winnings tax calculator.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/pub\/irs-pdf\/fw2g.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Form W-2G&nbsp;<\/a>may assist with the reporting \u2014 it\u2019s essentially a confirmation that the gambling establishment has withheld the income tax from the amount you won. It also shows the amount you must report on your tax return, which should be included when filing.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"728\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/2.jpg\" alt=\"You can find and download W2-G and other tax return forms from the IRS's website.\" class=\"wp-image-2556817\" style=\"width:auto;height:500px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/2.jpg 728w, https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/2-300x206.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The gambling winnings tax form W2-G is usually issued by the casino or gambling institution at which you\u2019ve won:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u2022 $5,000 or more in live and online poker tournaments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2022 $1,500 or more at keno.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2022 $1,200 or more at bingo or on a slot machine.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2022 $600 or more on horse races (if your winnings amount to 300 times your wager or more).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>However, even if you don\u2019t receive the document, the IRS still expects you to report all gambling income on Form 1040.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, casinos don\u2019t send W-2Gs for winnings from table games like blackjack, roulette, baccarat, or craps because there\u2019s no way of knowing how much money you initially brought to the table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover, you won\u2019t receive this form if you\u2019ve won a substantial amount playing the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/igaming\/best-online-casino-games-for-beginners\/\">best online casino games<\/a>&nbsp;on a site that\u2019s not licensed in the US. Still, any money you walk away with is taxable and must be reported to the IRS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"-link-anchor\"><strong>Note:<\/strong>&nbsp;Form W-2G reports your gambling income with a flat 24% federal tax withholding rate. It might also include an extra backup withholding tax, as discussed&nbsp;<a href=\"#link-anchor\">above<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"tax_on_gambling_winnings_key_considerations\">Tax on gambling winnings \u2014 key considerations<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"list_how_to\" id=\"how-to-\" >\n    \n    <p class=\"list_how_to__description\">To file your gambling winnings tax return correctly, keep these details in mind.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"list_how_to__list_wrapper\">\n        <ol class=\"list_how_to__list\">\n            \n<li class=\"list_how_to__item\"><h3 class=\"list_how_to__item_title\"><strong>Gambling income is taxed at a flat rate, for the most part<\/strong><\/h3><div class=\"list_how_to__item_text\">\nUnlike regular income, which faces progressively higher tax rates the more you earn, gambling winnings are taxed at a flat 24% on the federal level. <\/p>\n<p>However, some states apply a progressive tax rate to gambling winnings. For example, New York levies rates range from 4% to 10.9%, while New Jersey rates vary from 1.4% to 10.75%. Stay informed about local regulations to manage your finances more effectively.<br \/>\n<\/div><\/li>\n<li class=\"list_how_to__item\"><h3 class=\"list_how_to__item_title\"><strong>Professional gamblers are not taxed in the same way as casual players<\/strong><\/h3><div class=\"list_how_to__item_text\">\nThose who play regularly and rely on gambling winnings as their primary income are considered professional gamblers. The IRS treats their winnings as regular income and requires them to report it on Schedule C (Form 1040), like self-employed individuals.<\/p>\n<p>Their gambling winnings are subject to federal, state, and self-employment income taxes. It also implies that they can\u2019t deduct gambling losses like casual players but may be able to write them off as business expenses, for example, travel for tournaments or internet costs for online competitions.<br \/>\n<\/div><\/li>\n<li class=\"list_how_to__item\"><h3 class=\"list_how_to__item_title\"><strong>Gambling income doesn\u2019t need to be taxed at once<\/strong><\/h3><div class=\"list_how_to__item_text\">\nCasinos, lotteries, and other gambling providers may pay your winnings as a lump sum or in installments. Some will let you pick between the two, while others will make that choice for you. Either way, how you\u2019re taxed will depend on how the payment is issued.<\/p>\n<p>A lump sum payment will be taxed immediately at federal and state levels. An annuity payment spreads the tax liability across multiple years, which aligns with how you receive the installments. Make sure you factor these findings into your budgeting to avoid falling behind on your payments.<br \/>\n<\/div><\/li>\n<li class=\"list_how_to__item\"><h3 class=\"list_how_to__item_title\"><strong>Online gambling winnings in cryptocurrencies are taxable<\/strong><\/h3><div class=\"list_how_to__item_text\">\nAll online gambling winnings are taxable, whether in fiat money or cryptocurrency. Crypto winnings, similar to non-cash rewards, are taxed based on their USD value at the time you\u2019ve received them. If you exchange them for USD down the line, they also incur capital gains taxes. This is a levy on your profit, reported on Form 8949, that the IRS imposes on all investors.<\/p>\n<p>The capital gains tax amount will depend on the change in value of your crypto coins since you received them. Keep records of their fair market value at the time of receipt and any fees paid to acquire it. Try to time your exchange to minimize your tax liability.<br \/>\n<\/div><\/li>\n<li class=\"list_how_to__item\"><h3 class=\"list_how_to__item_title\"><strong>Gambling income could affect your Social Security benefits<\/strong><\/h3><div class=\"list_how_to__item_text\">\nLike investment profits, interest, and dividends, gambling winnings fall under unearned income. They don\u2019t affect Social Security retirement benefits because they only consider earned income. However, the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is an entirely different story.<\/p>\n<p>SSI is a needs-based program, which means any additional earnings, including gambling winnings, count. Depending on the total amount you\u2019ve received, it could reduce your payments or even lead to disqualification.<br \/>\n<\/div><\/li>\n\n        <\/ol>\n        \n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#dddddd;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#f7f7f7;border-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\">\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"how_much_does_the_us_government_make_from_online_gambling_taxes\">How much does the US government make from online gambling taxes?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the American Gaming Association\u2019s research, US online gambling revenue in 2023&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.americangaming.org\/2023-commercial-gaming-revenue-reaches-66-5b-marking-third-straight-year-of-record-revenue\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">reached $6.2 billion<\/a>&nbsp;across the six states where it was legal at the time. That same market generated&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/igaming.lnw.com\/us-igaming-state-tax-revenue-potential\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$1.61 billion in tax revenue<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s no denying that these numbers are fantastic, but what\u2019s even more striking is how close they are to sports betting tax revenue, which brought in only half a billion more despite being legal in 23 additional states.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Based on the data, researchers estimate that local governments could&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/igaming.lnw.com\/us-igaming-state-tax-revenue-potential\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">collect up to $15 billion in combined tax revenue<\/a>&nbsp;annually if all 44 jurisdictions legalized some form of iGaming. It\u2019s just a shame that the real-world outlook isn\u2019t as promising as the statistics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides Rhode Island, which became the seventh state to legalize online casinos, few others have made successful moves in this direction. States like Maryland, New York, and Illinois all recently saw online casino-friendly bills fail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This stance isn&#8217;t surprising, as online gambling has always been a tough sell in the US due to cultural and political resistance. However, the fact that lawmakers keep trying shows there is at least some interest.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"conclusion\">Conclusion<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The US imposes federal and state taxes on gambling rewards, but that shouldn&#8217;t make winning at a casino any less exciting. You can make the process much easier with our tips and a good gambling winnings tax calculator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure you report all gambling income, whether you\u2019ve won it online or in person, in fiat or cryptocurrency. Try to keep thorough records of your bets, wins, and losses, and ensure your deductions are itemized and within the allowed limits. And don\u2019t be afraid to seek professional legal advice if you\u2019re unsure or lost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A little organization is all you need to stay compliant and avoid legal issues and penalties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"faq\">FAQ<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"man_faq_sec\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\"><\/time><script>jQuery(document).ready(function() {\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tjQuery(\".accordionButton\").click(function() {\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tjQuery(\".accordionButton\").removeClass(\"on\");\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tjQuery(\".accordionContent\").slideUp(\"normal\");\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tif(jQuery(this).next().is(\":hidden\") == true) {\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tjQuery(this).addClass(\"on\");\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tjQuery(this).next().slideDown(\"normal\");\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t } \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t  \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t });\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t });\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/script><section class=\"ms_faq ms_card \" ><div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"accordionButton\"><h3 itemprop=\"name\">What does the IRS consider gambling winnings?<\/h3> <\/div>\n<div class=\"accordionContent\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" style=\"display:none;\"><p itemprop=\"text\">The IRS considers gambling winnings a form of unearned income, which is taxable. You need to report the full amount you win annually, whether you\u2019ve won it online or in a land-based venue. It\u2019s the only way to stay out of trouble with the law and incur penalties.<\/p>\n                <\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class=\"ms_faq ms_card \" ><div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"accordionButton\"><h3 itemprop=\"name\">How much tax do you pay on gambling winnings?<\/h3> <\/div>\n<div class=\"accordionContent\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" style=\"display:none;\"><p itemprop=\"text\">The IRS imposes a flat 24% federal tax rate on gambling winnings regardless of the amount you win. However, you may also be subject to state gambling winnings taxes, depending on where you live. They vary from 0% in states like Washington to more than 10% in New York.<\/p>\n                <\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class=\"ms_faq ms_card \" ><div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"accordionButton\"><h3 itemprop=\"name\">Will I get audited if I don\u2019t report gambling winnings?<\/h3> <\/div>\n<div class=\"accordionContent\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" style=\"display:none;\"><p itemprop=\"text\">You might face an audit if you don\u2019t report gambling winnings, especially if the IRS finds large discrepancies in your tax returns or you exhibit a history of underreporting. You\u2019d also likely be subject to penalties and interest rates on your underpayments.<\/p>\n                <\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class=\"ms_faq ms_card \" ><div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"accordionButton\"><h3 itemprop=\"name\">Is claiming gambling losses on taxes worth it?<\/h3> <\/div>\n<div class=\"accordionContent\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" style=\"display:none;\"><p itemprop=\"text\">Claiming gambling losses on taxes can be worth it, depending on how active you are as a player. If you play regularly and don\u2019t mind keeping detailed spending records, itemizing deductions could help offset your winnings. However, claiming the standard deduction is a better choice if you don\u2019t incur significant losses or prefer a simpler approach.<\/p>\n                <\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"references\">References<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/forms-pubs\/about-schedule-a-form-1040\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">About Schedule A (Form 1040)<\/a>&nbsp;(Internal Revenue Service)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/forms-pubs\/about-form-1040-sr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">About Form 1040-SR, US Tax Return for Seniors<\/a>&nbsp;(Internal Revenue Service)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/forms-pubs\/about-schedule-c-form-1040\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">About Schedule C (Form 1040)<\/a>&nbsp;(Internal Revenue Service)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/forms-pubs\/about-form-8949\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">About Form 8949, Sales and Other Dispositions of Capital Assets<\/a>&nbsp;(Internal Revenue Service)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/pub\/irs-pdf\/iw2g.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instructions for Forms W-2G and 5754<\/a>&nbsp;(Internal Revenue Service)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/crsreports.congress.gov\/product\/pdf\/IF\/IF10482\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Supplemental Security Income (SSI)<\/a>&nbsp;(Congressional Research Service)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.americangaming.org\/2023-commercial-gaming-revenue-reaches-66-5b-marking-third-straight-year-of-record-revenue\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2023 Commercial Gaming Revenue Reaches $66.5B<\/a>&nbsp;(American Gaming Association)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/igaming.lnw.com\/us-igaming-state-tax-revenue-potential\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">US iGaming State Tax Revenue Potential<\/a>&nbsp;(Light &amp; Wonder)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Tax revenue is becoming a major driving force as more US states contemplate legalizing gambling. 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