Detroit’s three commercial casinos reported $103.55 million in total September 2026 revenue, according to figures released by the Michigan Gaming Control Board. Nearly all of that came from table games and slots, which generated $102.78 million, while retail sports betting contributed $769,771 in qualified adjusted gross receipts.
MGM Grand Detroit maintained its position as the market leader with 47% of September share, followed by MotorCity at 32% and Hollywood Casino at Greektown at 21%.
Table Games and Slots
Revenue from table games and slots rose 4.7% compared with September 2025, though it declined 5.6% from August 2026. Through the first nine months of the year, the casinos’ combined table‑and‑slot revenue is up 2.3% year‑over‑year.
Individual casino performance versus September 2025 showed a split picture:
- MGM Grand Detroit: up 6.5% to $48.84 million
- MotorCity Casino: up 12.7% to $32.6 million
- Hollywood Casino at Greektown: down 8.8% to $21.34 million
The casinos paid $8.3 million in state gaming taxes for the month, an increase from $8.0 million a year earlier. They also submitted $12.7 million in wagering taxes and development agreement payments to the City of Detroit.
Retail Sports Betting
Detroit’s casinos recorded $12.39 million in retail sports betting handle in September. Total gross receipts reached $784,762, with QAGR up 3.0% year‑over‑year but down 10.9% from August.
September QAGR by casino:
- MGM Grand Detroit: –$48,265
- MotorCity Casino: $602,755
- Hollywood Casino at Greektown: $215,281
State taxes from retail sports betting totaled $30,922, while the City of Detroit collected $37,793 in wagering taxes.
Fantasy Contests
Fantasy contest operators reported $657,854 in adjusted revenues for August 2026, generating $55,260 in taxes.
