written and last updated by
Sam Smith at
06 Jun 2025
Journalist, Editorial Department
U.S. regions where iGaming has been legalized continue to showcase significant potential. According to the latest report, seven states that permit online casino operations generated $868.6 million in April 2025, marking a 32.5% increase compared to the same period in 2024.
As reported by Casino Reports, each state with legalized iGaming experienced revenue growth of at least 25% year-over-year. The overall revenue increase in this sector exceeded $213 million, highlighting the rapid development of the industry.
The total amount wagered in April reached $10.2 billion, with Pennsylvania accounting for approximately $7.5 billion. Connecticut's revenue once again surpassed $1.6 billion.
The report also noted that the taxable income of online casino operators amounted to $787.9 million, resulting in a total of $169.3 million in tax revenue for the states. This figure represents an increase of $43.9 million compared to April 2024.
Pennsylvania emerged as the leader in the U.S. iGaming market, generating $282.8 million in revenue. Michigan followed with $248.1 million, while New Jersey reported $235.2 million. The competition between FanDuel and DraftKings in Connecticut contributed to a revenue of $31.6 million, a 38.3% increase from the previous year.
Meanwhile, Delaware and Rhode Island experienced explosive growth. BetRivers in Delaware reported $9.9 million in revenue, nearly doubling its performance from April 2024. Bally’s Casino in Rhode Island tripled its revenue to reach $9.9 million.
It’s worth noting that the U.S. gambling industry set a new record in 2024, with revenues reaching $67 billion.
