Nebraska Casino Revenue Surges 56.7% in February

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Nebraska's casino industry reported a 56.7% year-over-year increase in revenue for February, reaching $26.4 million. The growth was fueled by expanded gaming options, including the opening of a new permanent casino in Grand Island and the expansion of the WarHorse Casino in Omaha.

Why it matters

The robust casino revenue figures demonstrate the growing popularity of gambling in Nebraska, which has seen a rapid expansion of gaming options in recent years. This trend has economic implications for the state, as casinos generate tax revenue and create jobs.

The details

Slot machines accounted for the majority of the $26.4 million in total revenue, generating $22.5 million and growing 61.8% year-over-year. Table games increased 17.4% to $2.1 million, while electronic table games and retail sports betting contributed $858,476 and $877,696 respectively. The WarHorse Casino Omaha, which expanded in April, reported the highest revenue at $9.9 million, up 62.1%. WarHorse Casino Lincoln saw a 33.6% increase to $7.7 million. Grand Island Casino, which opened a permanent facility in April, had the biggest year-over-year jump at 85.5%, going from $3 million to $5.6 million.

• The Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commission published the February 2026 casino revenue figures on April 1, 2026.
• WarHorse Casino Omaha expanded in April, contributing to its strong February performance.
• Grand Island Casino opened a permanent facility in April, leading to an 85.5% year-over-year revenue increase in February.

What’s next

The Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commission will continue to monitor and report on the state's casino industry performance in the coming months, providing insight into the ongoing growth and development of the sector.