Maryland Casino Revenue Falls 6% Year-on-Year, Totals $160M in August 2026

Maryland’s six licensed casinos reported a combined $160,007,163 in revenue from slot machines and table games for August 2026, representing a 6% decline compared to August 2025. Despite the downturn, contributions exceeding $68.5 million were delivered to state funds, community initiatives, and targeted business support, showing ongoing public benefit from gaming activities under the oversight of Maryland Lottery and Gaming.

August 2026 Maryland Casino Revenue: Year-on-Year Comparison

The August figures show statewide casino revenues fell by $10.3 million year-on-year. Of the total generated in August 2026, contributions distributed across state funds, local jurisdictions and special projects dipped in parallel:

• $68,507,667: total casino gaming contributions to state allocations (down 4.2% year-on-year)
• $50,163,421: directed to the Education Trust Fund
• Nearly $8.6 million: delivered to counties and jurisdictions hosting casinos
• $8 million: allocated to Maryland’s horse racing industry
• $1.7 million: targeted support for small, minority-, and women-owned businesses

The reported 6% drop reflects continuing variability in consumer casino spend and competitive pressure in the mid-Atlantic market.

Maryland Casino Revenue by Property

A breakdown of August 2026 earnings highlights double-digit declines at certain flagship locations but mixed performance overall:

• MGM National Harbor (Prince George’s County): $66,549,603 revenue (down $3,576,060 or 5.1% versus August 2025)
• Live! Casino & Hotel (Anne Arundel County): $56,736,042 (down $6,426,263 or 10.2%)
• Horseshoe Casino Baltimore (Baltimore City): $14,303,471 (decrease of $758,483 or 5.0%)
• Ocean Downs Casino (Worcester County): $10,263,586 (slight increase of $12,180 or 0.1%)
• Hollywood Casino Perryville (Cecil County): $7,409,061 (increase of $689,024 or 10.3%)
• Rocky Gap Casino Resort (Allegany County): $4,745,400 (down $203,904 or 4.1%)

Hollywood Casino Perryville was the standout, posting a double-digit increase, while Ocean Downs Casino saw only marginal growth. Other licensees faced year-on-year revenue declines, most sharply at Live! Casino & Hotel.

State Fund Allocations and Community Impact

The Maryland Lottery and Gaming retains its model of distributing gaming revenue across several public priorities. The Education Trust Fund received the largest single allocation (over $50 million for August). Counties and local jurisdictions hosting casinos benefitted from nearly $8.6 million combined. Additional contributions went to the horse racing sector and to programs for small, minority- and women-owned enterprises – an ongoing commitment spelled out in the regulator's monthly reports. More specifics on funding breakdowns and allocations are available via Maryland Lottery and Gaming’s official monthly reporting site.

Oversight and Responsible Play Initiatives by Maryland Lottery and Gaming

Maryland Lottery and Gaming remains responsible for regulating licensees, auditing compliance and reporting on the performance of gaming assets. According to their statement, the agency maintains regular updates for stakeholders and the public, publishing financial results at mdgaming.com.

Casino operators work under regulatory direction not just on financial accounts but also on areas including security, licensing, and broader responsible play. Maryland residents are reminded that confidential support for gambling addiction is available through statewide resources at no cost.

“Monthly financial reports are posted on mdgaming.com to keep Marylanders informed and to maintain transparency of casino operations.” — Maryland Lottery and Gaming

Context: Maryland Casino Market Structure

The six licensed casinos collectively form the regulated market in Maryland. They include:

1. MGM National Harbor (Prince George’s County)
2. Live! Casino & Hotel (Anne Arundel County)
3. Horseshoe Casino Baltimore (Baltimore City)
4. Ocean Downs Casino (Worcester County)
5. Hollywood Casino Perryville (Cecil County)
6. Rocky Gap Casino Resort (Allegany County)

Each site offers both slot machines and table games, with machine and table counts varying substantially across properties. Adjustments in performance by location underscore the different market dynamics at work in each part of the state.

Competitive Pressures and Market Outlook

Maryland’s casino sector shows persistent competition and revenue pressures, with large sites seeing downward movement and some local sites posting growth. Operators are likely to review these figures ahead of the next regulatory cycle to assess operational strategy and financial forecasts. The regulator’s continued focus on transparency points to data-driven oversight for any further licensing, compliance action, or industry support.