RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina State Lottery Commission on Friday released its March 2026 sports wagering revenue report, detailing activity submitted by the state’s licensed interactive betting operators.
From March 1–31, bettors in North Carolina wagered $726.2 million on sporting events, a figure that includes both paid and promotional bets. Players won $646.6 million during the month.
State law imposes an 18% tax on gross wagering revenue, defined as the total amount received from sports wagers minus winnings paid out, before any deductions for expenses, fees or taxes.
Interactive sports wagering operators reported $75.9 million in gross wagering revenue for March. Based on the statutory tax rate, the state projects $13.7 million in tax proceeds for the month, which will be collected by the N.C. Department of Revenue.
