Maryland Casinos Report $160 Million in Revenue for August 2026

Maryland casinos generated total revenue of $160,007,163 in August 2026, marking a 6% decrease compared to the same month last year. This reduction in results also implies a drop in mandatory contributions to the State, which totaled $68,507,667, a 4.2% decrease from August 2025. The majority of this contribution, $50,163,421, was directed to the Education Trust Fund, while the remainder was allocated to local communities, the horse racing industry, and minority-owned businesses.

Key Data on Maryland Casino Revenue

The total revenue figure for August 2026 is built from the combined results of slot machines and table games across the six state-licensed casinos, under the supervision of the Maryland Lottery and Gaming. Each casino reported varied performance, reflecting differences in commercial traction and local market context.

Revenue Ranking and Year-on-Year Comparison

• MGM National Harbor (Prince George’s County): $66,549,603, down by $3,576,060 (-5.1%) compared to August 2025. Operates with 2,236 slot machines and 214 tables.
• Live! Casino & Hotel (Anne Arundel County): $56,736,042, a reduction of $6,426,263 (-10.2%) year-on-year. Has 3,500 slot machines and 181 tables.
• Horseshoe Casino Baltimore (Baltimore City): $14,303,471, a decrease of $758,483 (-5.0%) year-on-year, with 1,381 slot machines and 104 tables.
• Ocean Downs Casino (Worcester County): $10,263,586, a slight increase of $12,180 (0.1%), with 900 machines and 17 tables.
• Hollywood Casino Perryville (Cecil County): $7,409,061, an increase of $689,024 (10.3%), featuring 735 slot machines and 18 tables.
• Rocky Gap Casino Resort (Allegany County): $4,745,400, a loss of $203,904 (-4.1%) compared to the same month last year. Operates with 630 machines and 12 tables.

Ocean Downs Casino and Hollywood Casino Perryville were the only operators that saw increases in revenue over the previous year, though minimal compared to the overall market decline.

Distribution of Casino Social and State Contributions

Beyond revenue, Maryland legislation requires operators to channel part of their results into various funds:

• Education Trust Fund: $50,163,421 during August 2026.
• Communities and jurisdictions of the casinos: Nearly $8.6 million received by hosting municipalities.
• Maryland horse racing industry: $8 million allocated to this traditional sector.
• Small, minority- and women-owned businesses: $1.7 million directed towards their promotion and economic development.

This framework seeks to balance the economic impact of casino activity with responsible actions and social development in the State.

Regulatory Context and Transparency in the Maryland Gaming Sector

The Maryland Lottery and Gaming is the authority responsible for regulatory oversight of the State's casinos. Its responsibilities include issuing guidelines for operators on financial aspects, security, and licensing processes, as well as monthly publication of performance reports to keep the public informed.

"Transparency and accountability are priorities in our regulatory work," according to the Maryland Lottery and Gaming.

The agency promotes responsible gaming and provides residents with the number 1-800-GAMBLER and the website mdgamblinghelp.org as channels for free and confidential assistance regarding potential addiction issues.

Outlook for Operators and Suppliers in the Maryland Market

The widespread decline in revenue for August 2026 could prompt cost-containment strategies among operators and impact their financial planning, especially in the B2B context. In addition, tech and service providers linked to the sector must consider this data in their forecasts, as well as in the development of reporting and compliance tools required by regulators.

The sector in Maryland faces an adjustment cycle where monitoring regulatory compliance and social contributions will be crucial for maintaining legitimacy and long-term growth.