Pennsylvania Casinos See 11.6% Revenue Increase in January

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Pennsylvania's casinos reported $590.6 million in revenue from all forms of gaming in January, up 11.6% from the same period last year. The growth was primarily driven by a 20.7% increase in iGaming revenue at Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course, as well as strong performances from Valley Forge Casino Resort and Rivers Casino Philadelphia. However, slot revenue was mixed, with Parx Casino and Wind Creek Bethlehem seeing declines, while sports betting revenue was also uneven across the state.

Why it matters

The continued growth of iGaming in Pennsylvania highlights the industry's importance in offsetting declines or slower growth in other gaming verticals. As the state's casino landscape evolves, the ability to adapt and capitalize on emerging trends like online gambling will be crucial for operators to maintain profitability and competitiveness.

The details

Pennsylvania's casinos reported $590.6 million in total gaming revenue in January, an 11.6% increase from the same month in 2025. This was driven by a surge in iGaming revenue, which reached $249.3 million. Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course led the way with $96.2 million in iGaming revenue, a 20.7% jump. Valley Forge Casino Resort and Rivers Casino Philadelphia also saw strong iGaming growth of 16.6% and 13.2%, respectively. However, slot revenue was more mixed, with Parx Casino and Wind Creek Bethlehem reporting declines of 2.5% and 0.7%, respectively, while Rivers Casino Pittsburgh saw a 1.1% increase. Sports betting revenue was $71.4 million from a handle of $782.4 million, with Valley Forge Casino Resort and Hollywood Casino at the Meadows generating the most revenue.

• Pennsylvania's casinos reported $590.6 million in revenue from all forms of gaming in January 2026.
• This represents an 11.6% increase from January 2025.

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