iGaming and Sports Betting Drive Surge in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania’s gambling industry posted a 15.4% year-on-year revenue increase in June, reaching $544.7 million, according to figures released by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB). The growth was primarily fueled by sharp gains in iGaming and sports betting, even as traditional retail slot revenue showed signs of stagnation.

The June 2025 figure marks a significant rise from the $472 million recorded in the same month last year, although it remains 9.5% below the record-setting $601.8 million generated in May. Despite the monthly dip, the latest numbers suggest a shifting balance in Pennsylvania’s gaming ecosystem, with digital platforms becoming increasingly dominant.

iGaming Surges Past $212 Million

Online casino gaming emerged as the standout performer, with iGaming revenue up 32.3% to $212.6 million. Online slots contributed the largest share at $162.2 million, followed by internet table games with $47.6 million and online poker with $2.7 million.

Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course continued to lead the online sector, bringing in $81 million—up 35.5% year-on-year. Valley Forge Casino Resort, partnered with FanDuel, ranked second with $59.3 million, a 56.5% jump. Rivers Casino Philadelphia followed with $35.2 million, up 14.7%.

Sports Betting Revenue Jumps 71.4%

Sports betting also showed robust performance. Total revenue hit $51.2 million, marking a 71.4% increase from June 2024. Online betting made up the vast majority of this, contributing $49.2 million versus $2 million from retail sportsbooks.

The overall betting handle reached $483.6 million, a 4.1% rise. Online wagers accounted for $460.3 million, with $23.0 million placed in-person. The state-wide hold came in at 10.17%.

FanDuel, operating through Valley Forge Casino Resort, maintained its lead in the sports betting market with $23.2 million in revenue and a 14.15% hold on $164 million in bets. DraftKings, partnered with Hollywood Casino at the Meadows, secured second place with $14.2 million in revenue and a 10.76% hold. BetMGM and Hollywood Casino Morgantown followed with $3.1 million in revenue on a 6.68% hold.

By contrast, the traditional land-based sector showed signs of plateauing. Retail slot revenue declined 0.9% year-on-year to $199.3 million. Table games saw a modest increase of 1.6%, totaling $77.3 million. Video gaming terminals at truck stops generated $3.4 million, down 2.2%. Fantasy sports also dipped, falling 1.8% to $948,790.

In total, the state and local governments collected $229.8 million in taxes from gambling activity in June. The iGaming sector contributed the largest portion at $95.7 million. Land-based slots followed with $100.8 million, while physical table games added $13 million. Sports betting generated $18.4 million in tax revenue.

 

The sharp rise in iGaming and sports betting highlights a clear shift toward digital platforms in Pennsylvania’s gambling industry.

 

The Future of the Market

Pennsylvania’s June results underscore a growing divergence between online and physical gaming formats. While retail gambling remains a substantial contributor—especially through slots—its growth has largely stalled. In contrast, digital segments continue to expand rapidly, reshaping revenue dynamics and tax flows.

If current trends persist, iGaming and online sports betting could soon become the primary drivers of Pennsylvania’s gaming economy. For operators and policymakers alike, the shift presents both opportunities for expansion and challenges in regulation and market saturation.