New Jersey’s gaming industry showed strong growth in August 2025.
A new report from the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement shows that internet gaming revenue saw strong growth in August compared to last year. Earnings also rose steadily throughout 2025, outpacing the previous year’s performance. The report includes details about casino hotels and sports wagering as well. Read on for the details.
New Jersey gaming revenue climb in August 2025
According to the report, internet gaming revenue reached $248.4 million in August 2025, up 25.2% from last year. Year-to-date earnings also climbed to $1.88 billion, a 23.5% increase over 2024. Meanwhile, casino hotels reported $311.9 million in revenue for August 2025, up 6.1% from last year with year-to-date earnings reaching $1.98 billion, a 2.8% increase over 2024.
In terms of sports wagering, casinos, racetracks, and their partners reported $81.9 million in gross revenue for August 2025, up 30.6% from last year. As for the year-to-date revenue, it reached $708.7 million, slightly down 1.0% compared to the previous year.
The total gaming revenue for casinos, racetracks, and their partners reached $642.2 million in August 2025, up 15.7% from 2024. Year-to-date revenue also climbed to $4.57 billion, a 9.7% increase over 2024. Total gross revenue taxes amounted to $86.1 million for August and $532.2 million year-to-date.
Category | August 2025 Revenue | Percentage Change from August 2024 | Year-to-Date Earnings | Year-to-Date Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Internet Gaming | $248.4 million | 25.2% | $1.88 billion | 23.5% |
| Casino Hotels | $311.9 million | 6.1% | $1.98 billion | 2.8% |
| Sports Wagering | $81.9 million | 30.6% | $708.7 million | -1.0% |
| Total Gaming Revenue | $642.2 million | 15.7% | $4.57 billion | 9.7% |
Based on the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement report, the industry shows overall growth across both revenue and tax contributions.
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