The North Carolina State Lottery Commission has released its sports wagering revenue report for April 2025, detailing financial figures from the state’s eight licensed interactive sports betting operators.
April 2025 Betting Activity
Between April 1 and April 30, North Carolina bettors wagered a total of $576,209,378 across various sporting events, including both paid and promotional wagers. During this period, account holders won $525,315,718.
Taxation & Revenue Breakdown
North Carolina law imposes an 18 percent tax on gross wagering revenue, calculated as the total amount received from sports wagers minus winnings paid out, before accounting for any expenses, fees, or taxes.
For April 2025, the gross wagering revenue generated by the state’s sports betting operators was $46,803,712. At the 18 percent tax rate, the estimated state tax proceeds for the month amount to $8,424,668, which the N.C. Department of Revenue is set to collect from sports wagering operators.
This report provides key insights into North Carolina’s growing sports betting industry and its financial impact on state revenue.
