Missouri Sports Betting Survey Highlights Residents’ Preferences and Habits

Missourians share exclusive insights on sports betting trends and preferences ahead of legalization.

Kansas City, Missouri, Sept. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BetMissouri.com surveyed 1,000 Missouri residents to gauge attitudes toward sports betting, wagering habits, and expectations ahead of the state’s anticipated market launch in December. The results highlight a strong appetite for sports betting in the Show-Me State, with nearly 1 in 5 residents currently placing wagers—whether by traveling to nearby states with legal betting, using offshore apps, or finding alternative methods. This early engagement suggests a promising future for the state’s regulated market once it officially goes live.

Anticipated Betting Behaviors - Survey responses indicate that legalization is expected to significantly boost local participation:

24% of Missourians are likely or very likely to place sports bets once legal
14% expect to bet on sports at least weekly
6% anticipate betting monthly
9% plan to wager multiple times per year

Local Team Loyalty - Respondents also revealed a strong intention to support Missouri’s professional sports franchises through betting:

26% plan to bet on the Kansas City Chiefs
12% plan to bet on the St. Louis Cardinals
7% plan to bet on the St. Louis Blues

Beyond Professional Sports - Interest extends beyond traditional professional leagues. If offered by Missouri sportsbooks, respondents expressed enthusiasm for wagering on additional markets:

18% would bet on college sports
29% would bet on award shows or reality TV
11% would bet on U.S. elections

For a detailed breakdown of the survey findings, including demographic insights and expanded analysis, visit BetMissouri.com.

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