HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania’s gaming industry generated more than $602,000,000 in revenue in March, marking a year-over-year increase driven largely by strong growth in online gaming and sports wagering.
What This Means for You
- Total gaming revenue rose 4.85% compared to last year
- Online gaming and sports betting led growth across the sector
- Gaming generated over $259,000,000 in tax revenue for the state
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board reported that total gaming revenue reached $602,399,907 in March 2026, up from $574,534,002 in March 2025.
Tax revenue from gaming activities totaled $259,240,523 for the month.
Growth Driven by Digital and Sports Betting
Online casino-style gaming generated $254,698,991 in March, a 6.92% increase from the previous year.
Sports wagering revenue rose sharply to $47,855,881, a 77.07% increase compared to March 2025, despite a decline in total betting volume.
Mixed Results Across Gaming Types
Not all sectors saw gains.
Revenue from retail slot machines declined 2.83% year over year to $216,199,291, while retail table games fell 3.88% to $78,711,983.
Fantasy contests also declined, with revenue totaling $1,065,327, down 9.74% from the prior year.
Video gaming terminals at truck stops increased modestly, generating $3,868,434, a 4.12% increase.
Casino Performance
Among individual properties, several casinos posted notable gains, including Valley Forge Casino Resort and Hollywood Casino at the Meadows.
Others, including Wind Creek Bethlehem and Parx Casino, reported year-over-year declines in total revenue.
Where to Find Detailed Reports
Individual revenue reports by game type are available at https://gamingcontrolboard.pa.gov/news-and-transparency/revenue.
Industry Overview
The Gaming Control Board oversees a wide range of regulated activities, including casino gaming, online gaming, sports wagering, video gaming terminals, and fantasy contests.
Together, these sectors continue to generate significant tax revenue for Pennsylvania while reflecting shifts toward digital and online betting platforms.
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