Pennsylvania’s gaming industry has achieved a new monthly revenue milestone, generating a record-breaking $623,092,053 in November 2025. This figure represents a significant 10.80% increase compared to the previous year and surpasses the prior record set in May 2025. The surge in revenue is attributed to strong performances across various gaming sectors, including iGaming and sports wagering.
Key Takeaways
- Pennsylvania’s total gaming revenue hit an all-time monthly high of $623.1 million in November 2025.
- This record surpasses the previous high of $601.8 million set in May 2025.
- Total tax revenue generated from all gaming activities in November 2025 was $260,912,489.
- Sports wagering and online casino games (iGaming) were significant contributors to the record revenue.
Record-Breaking Performance
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) reported that the combined revenue from all regulated gaming activities, including retail slot machines, table games, online casino games, sports wagering, fantasy contests, and video gaming terminals (VGTs), reached an unprecedented $623,092,053 in November 2025. This new record signifies a robust growth of 10.80% over November 2024’s revenue.
Sector-Specific Highlights
While overall gaming revenue soared, specific sectors also saw notable achievements:
- Online Casino Games (iGaming): This sector generated $242,693,431 in November 2025, marking a substantial 21.05% increase from the previous year. This segment has become a major driver of revenue for the state.
- Sports Wagering: Both the handle (total amount wagered) and revenue for sports wagering reached new monthly highs. The handle was $990,551,916, a 5.88% increase year-over-year, while taxable revenue jumped 27.56% to $98,343,744.
- Retail Slot Machines: Revenue from slot machines saw a slight decrease of 0.13% to $201,247,087. However, the number of machines in operation also slightly decreased.
- Retail Table Games: Revenue from table games experienced a 3.64% decline, totaling $74,739,712.
- Video Gaming Terminals (VGTs): VGT revenue increased by 8.94% to $3,531,042.
- Fantasy Contests: Revenue from fantasy contests saw a modest increase of 2.80%, reaching $2,537,037.
Tax Revenue Contribution
In addition to the record gaming revenue, the state also collected significant tax revenue. In November 2025, total tax revenue generated from all forms of gaming and fantasy contests amounted to $260,912,489. The PGCB oversees a diverse range of gaming operations, including 17 land-based casinos, online offerings, sports wagering, and VGTs at truck stops.
Sources
- Pa. gaming set monthly revenue record in November, Central Penn Business Journal.
- Pennsylvania gaming revenue in November reaches new monthly record of $623.1 million — CDC Gaming, CDC Gaming.
- Pennsylvania gaming sets monthly revenue record, ABC27.
