Pennsylvania gambling revenue hits record high in May 2026

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HARRISBURG, Pa. – Pennsylvania set a new monthly record for gambling revenue in May, the state Gaming Control Board said Monday.

The agency reported $625.5 million in combined revenue from all regulated gambling sectors — including casinos, internet gaming, sports wagering, fantasy contests and video gaming terminals — a 3.9% increase from May 2025. The total surpassed the previous monthly high of $623.1 million, set in January 2025.

State and local governments collected $269.9 million in tax revenue during the month.

According to the board, retail table games generated $81.2 million, up 1.7% from a year earlier. Internet casino gaming continued to drive growth, producing $254.8 million, a 9.4% year‑over‑year increase.

Sports betting handle fell to $595.6 million, down 9.1% from May 2025. Taxable sports wagering revenue dropped 11.4% to $52.6 million.

Video gaming terminals at qualified truck stops brought in $3.6 million, a 3.1% decline from last year, though the number of locations offering the maximum five machines increased from 73 to 75.

Fantasy sports contests generated $1.12 million, up 3.3% from May 2025.

The Gaming Control Board publishes detailed monthly reports for each gambling category on its website.

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