New Jersey iGaming Revenue Climbs in February 2026

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The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement has released February 2026 gaming revenue results, showing continued strength in online casino play despite a dip in sports wagering performance.

iGaming Revenue Continues Double‑Digit Growth

Online gaming win for casinos and their partners reached $251.8 million in February, a 21.2% increase over the $207.8 million reported in February 2025.

Year‑to‑date iGaming revenue totaled $510.7 million, up 18.9% from $429.4 million during the same period last year.

Sports Betting Revenue Declines

Sports wagering gross revenue for casinos, racetracks, and their partners came in at $66.0 million, down 10.3% from $73.6 million in February 2025.

Year‑to‑date sports wagering revenue reached $180.7 million, a 7.7% decrease from $195.8 million reported during the prior year‑to‑date period.

Total Gaming Revenue Up 7.4%

Combined gaming revenue from casinos, racetracks, and their partners totaled $520.8 million in February 2026, reflecting 7.4% growth compared to $484.8 million in February 2025.

Year‑to‑date total gaming revenue reached $1.11 billion, up 6.6% from $1.04 billion during the same period last year.

Tax Contributions

Total gross revenue taxes amounted to:

  • $74.8 million for February 2026
  • $161.3 million year‑to‑date through February
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