Atlantic City casinos hit record revenue as summer season begins
Atlantic City’s casino industry reported robust performance in May 2025, posting its strongest month of the year, according to data released by the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement. In-person gaming revenue across the city’s nine casinos reached $265.3 million (€247.3 million), marking a significant increase from previous months.
The May 2025 figures saw a rise of 10.9 percent compared to the $239.1 million (€222.8 million) recorded in May 2024. It also represents a 20 percent jump from April 2025’s total of $211 million (€196.5 million), affirming growing momentum in Atlantic City’s land-based gaming sector.
Over 25% rise in total revenues
Statewide, total gaming revenue, encompassing casinos, racetracks, and their online platforms, climbed to $614.7 million (€572.7 million) in May 2025. This represents a 20.5 percent increase compared to May 2024. Online gaming contributed a record-breaking $246.8 million (€229.8 million), reflecting a 28.5 percent year-on-year surge. Sports wagering also saw a substantial rise, generating $102.5 million (€95.5 million), up 30.2 percent from May 2024.
Casino Control Commission Chairman James T. Plousis commented that the figures provide a strong foundation heading into the peak summer season. “Visitation to Atlantic City was stable with casino win surpassing internet gaming win for the first time this year,” he stated. “May provided a strong foundation for positive momentum during the summer season.”
Year-to-date, New Jersey’s total gaming revenue stood at $2.74 billion (€2.55 billion) through the end of May, representing a 6.6 percent increase compared to the same period in 2024. Retail casinos accounted for $1.12 billion (€1.04 billion), closely trailing online gaming’s $1.16 billion (€1.08 billion).
High hopes over summer season results
The strong performance in May was partly attributed to favourable weather conditions and the presence of an additional Saturday in the month. Industry analysts suggest that these factors helped Atlantic City’s casino operators achieve their best single-month gross gaming revenue so far this year, as well as one of the most substantial May returns in recent years.
The May 2025 results not only surpass those from recent years but also exceed pre-pandemic benchmarks. For comparison, May revenue in 2019 was $222.9 million (€207.4 million), compared to $193.3 million (€179.9 million) in 2018.
While online casinos have remained resilient post-pandemic, the return of seasonal tourism and warmer weather is expected to continue benefiting physical casino venues in the months ahead. Industry observers project that monthly revenue could approach $300 million (€279.5 million) during the peak summer period, potentially allowing retail casinos to regain a lead over their digital counterparts.
