Michigan’s online gambling market reached a record $3.8 billion in gross receipts in 2025, marking a 29.5% increase over the previous year, according to data released by the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB). The growth reflects strong performance across both online casino and sports betting sectors, as operators capitalised on expanding digital engagement in the state.

Gross online casino revenue rose 26.5% to $3.1 billion, while gross online sports betting receipts surged 45.8% to $671.3 million. Adjusted revenue, which accounts for promotional spending, reached $3.3 billion—a 39.5% year-on-year increase. Adjusted iCasino revenue was $2.1 billion, up 32%, while adjusted sports betting revenue more than doubled, climbing 124.2% to $435.9 million.

Betting handle for the year—the total amount wagered—was $5.41 billion, a modest 1.9% rise from 2024. Hold, representing the proportion of wagers retained as revenue, stood at 12.4% based on gross receipts and 8.05% based on adjusted revenue.

• Michigan’s online gambling market reached a record $3.8 billion in gross receipts in 2025, up 29.5% from 2024.

• iCasino revenue grew 26.5% to $3.1 billion, while online sports betting revenue surged 45.8% to $671.3 million.

• Operators paid $624.6 million in taxes and tribal fees to the state, underscoring the sector’s fiscal significance.

Operators dominate across both sectors

FanDuel and MotorCity led Michigan’s online casinos, posting $817.1 million in gross receipts and $768.1 million in adjusted revenue. MGM and BetMGM followed closely with $782.5 million in gross receipts and $735.5 million in adjusted revenue.

In sports betting, FanDuel and MotorCity again led the market with $292.3 million in gross receipts and $201.6 million in adjusted revenue. Based on a $1.96 billion handle, this resulted in a 14.89% hold. DraftKings and the Bay Mills Indian Community ranked second, generating $183 million and $122.5 million in gross and adjusted receipts, respectively, with an 11.66% hold on a $1.57 billion handle. Overall, operators paid $624.6 million in taxes and payments to the state in 2025. This included $597.5 million from online casinos and $27.1 million from sports betting, with tribal fees adding $71.9 million.

December 2025 proved to be the strongest month for Michigan’s online market. Gross receipts totalled $399.8 million, 19.1% higher than November and 51.3% above December 2024. Online casinos accounted for $315.8 million, surpassing the previous monthly record set in October by 13.4%. Sports betting gross receipts were $84 million, slightly below November’s record $87.3 million.

Adjusted monthly revenue reached $357.9 million, with $296.7 million from online casinos and $61.1 million from sports betting. Betting handle for December was $512.9 million, yielding a hold of 16.38% based on gross receipts and 11.9% based on adjusted revenue.

The MGCB also released figures for Detroit’s three commercial casinos. Annual revenue for the venues reached $1.3 billion, slightly below 2024. Slot machines generated over $1 billion, table games $247.8 million, and retail sports betting $14.2 million. MGM Grand Detroit led the market with a 48% share, followed by MotorCity Casino at 30% and Hollywood Casino at Greektown with 22%. For December, total casino revenue was $105.1 million, including $103.4 million from slots and table games and $1.7 million from retail sports betting. MGM retained the top position for the month with a 49% market share.

Total market adjusted revenue was 39.5% higher year-on-year, with sports betting adjusted revenue more than doubling to $435.9 million.

Market trends and outlook

Michigan’s online gambling market continues to expand rapidly, driven by both casino and sports betting operators. Adjusted sports betting revenue growth suggests strong profitability despite moderate handle increases, while iCasino growth reflects increasing consumer adoption of digital platforms.

The market’s performance, combined with substantial tax contributions, underscores the fiscal significance of online gaming for the state, while December’s record results highlight continued momentum heading into 2026.