Are prediction markets legal in Washington?
Here is where Kalshi, Polymarket and ProphetX stand for Washington traders heading into the 2026 college football season. This page is informational only and not legal advice.
- Kalshi in Washington: Available.
- Polymarket in Washington: Available.
- ProphetX in Washington: Not available.
- Kalshi and Polymarket are CFTC-regulated; availability can still change. Confirm at sign-up.
What this means for Washington traders
Kalshi and Polymarket are regulated at the federal level by the CFTC, so their college football markets are generally available across the US, including Washington. A small number of states have contested federally-regulated sports event contracts, which is why some entries read as limited rather than fully available.
ProphetX is a peer-to-peer sports prediction exchange that operates state by state, so its availability in Washington is not available. Where a platform is available, you can sign up with our code and trade college football futures like the national title, Heisman and conference winners.
Redshirt Analytics is not a law firm and this is not legal advice. Rules change; always confirm current availability with each platform for your location before funding an account.
Frequently asked questions
Are prediction markets legal in Washington?
Kalshi and Polymarket are CFTC-regulated and available to Washington residents. ProphetX, a sports exchange, is not available in Washington. This is informational only, not legal advice.
Is Kalshi available in Washington?
Kalshi is a CFTC-regulated US exchange. In Washington it is available. Use code FADE at sign-up.
Can I use Polymarket in Washington?
Polymarket operates as a CFTC-regulated market and is available in Washington as of the 2026 season. Use code TGSWC at sign-up.