Detroit’s three commercial casinos reported $109.72 million in total revenue for August 2026, according to figures released by the Michigan Gaming Control Board, reflecting steady performance across table games, slots, and retail sports wagering.
Table Games and Slots Drive Monthly Revenue
Casinos generated $108.86 million from table games and slots, a 3.0% increase compared with August 2025, though down 2.5% from July 2026. Through the first eight months of the year, table games and slot revenue is up 2.0% year‑over‑year, signaling consistent consumer activity despite seasonal fluctuations.
Individual casino results compared with August 2025 showed mixed movement:
- MGM Grand Detroit: up 2.3% to $52.90 million
- MotorCity Casino: up 8.3% to $33.77 million
- Hollywood Casino at Greektown: down 2.6% to $22.19 million
August market share remained stable, with MGM Grand Detroit at 48%, MotorCity at 31%, and Greektown at 21%.
Casinos paid $8.8 million in state gaming taxes for the month, slightly above the $8.6 million paid in August 2025. They also submitted $17.1 million in wagering taxes and development agreement payments to the City of Detroit.
Retail Sports Betting Sees Year‑Over‑Year Decline
Retail sports wagering produced $863,913 in qualified adjusted gross receipts (QAGR), with total handle reaching $7.21 million. QAGR fell 30.4% from August 2025 and 7.1% from July 2026, reflecting a quieter summer sports calendar.
August QAGR by casino:
- MGM Grand Detroit: $258,231
- MotorCity Casino: $262,761
- Hollywood Casino at Greektown: $342,921
Retail sports betting generated $32,656 in state taxes and $39,913 in wagering taxes for Detroit.
Fantasy Contests
Fantasy contest operators reported $481,406 in adjusted revenues for July 2026, contributing $40,438 in taxes.
