Michigan Casino Revenue Rises Slightly in April 2025

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Michigan’s three Detroit casinos collectively generated $109.8 million in revenue in April 2025, reflecting a modest increase. Table games and slot machines accounted for $109.5 million, while retail sports betting contributed $316,538.

Market Share for April 2025:

  • MGM Grand Detroit: 47%
  • MotorCity Casino: 30%
  • Hollywood Casino at Greektown: 23%

Table Games & Slot Revenue Trends

Revenue from table games and slots at Detroit’s casinos rose 1.5% compared to April 2024, though it declined 6.3% from March 2025. Year-to-date figures indicate a 0.5% drop in total revenue versus the same period in 2024.

Casino Revenue Change from April 2024:

  • MGM Grand Detroit: Up 2.5% ($51.1 million)
  • MotorCity Casino: Up 1.2% ($33.1 million)
  • Hollywood Casino at Greektown: Down 0.2% ($25.3 million)

In April 2025, the casinos paid $8.9 million in state gaming taxes, slightly up from $8.7 million in April 2024. Additionally, they submitted $13.0 million in wagering taxes and development agreement payments to the City of Detroit.

Retail Sports Betting Revenue & Taxes

Detroit’s casinos reported a total retail sports betting handle of $9.4 million in April 2025, generating $336,021 in gross receipts. However, retail sports betting’s qualified adjusted gross receipts (QAGR) fell 79.8% year-over-year and 44.6% month-over-month.

QAGR Breakdown for April 2025:

  • MGM Grand Detroit: ($219,857) (negative)
  • MotorCity Casino: $223,859
  • Hollywood Casino at Greektown: $312,536

The casinos paid $20,276 in state gaming taxes and submitted $24,781 in wagering taxes to the City of Detroit based on retail sports betting revenue.

Fantasy Contests

For March 2025, fantasy contest operators reported $634,191 in total adjusted revenues and paid $53,272 in taxes.

This report reflects the ongoing shifts in Michigan’s gaming landscape, highlighting revenue trends in both casino gaming and sports wagering.

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