BALTIMORE — Maryland’s six privately owned casinos generated $160,668,545 in gaming revenue from slot machines and table games in June 2025, a decrease of $2,245,887, or 1.4%, compared to June 2024. The casinos contributed $68,544,763 to the state during the same period, down $1,297,932, or 1.9%, from the previous year, according to data released by the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency.
Of the state contributions, $49,415,816 went to the Education Trust Fund, marking a 1.9% decrease, or $954,027, from June 2024. Casino gaming revenue also supports local communities, Maryland’s horse racing industry, and small, minority-, and women-owned businesses. Detailed revenue reports and year-to-date totals are available through the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency’s website https://www.mdgaming.com.
The state’s six casinos—MGM National Harbor in Prince George’s County, Live! Casino & Hotel in Anne Arundel County, Horseshoe Casino Baltimore in Baltimore City, Ocean Downs Casino in Worcester County, Hollywood Casino Perryville in Cecil County, and Rocky Gap Casino Resort in Allegany County—offer a mix of slot machines and table games. Revenue performance varied across the facilities in June 2025.
MGM National Harbor, with 2,272 slot machines and 208 table games, led with $67,166,662 in revenue, down 1.4%, or $984,830, from June 2024. Live! Casino & Hotel, operating 3,826 slot machines and 179 table games, reported $58,956,143, a 2.4% decrease, or $1,442,896, from the previous year. Horseshoe Casino Baltimore, with 1,359 slot machines and 115 table games, saw a slight uptick, generating $14,223,686, up 0.8%, or $110,970, from June 2024.
Ocean Downs Casino, which has 891 slot machines and 19 table games, posted $8,484,525, a 4.3% increase, or $348,663, compared to June 2024. Hollywood Casino Perryville, with 734 slot machines and 23 table games, recorded $7,243,207, down 3.7%, or $279,795, from the prior year. Rocky Gap Casino Resort, operating 642 slot machines and 12 table games, earned $4,594,322, a marginal increase of $2,000, or 0.04%, from June 2024.
The revenue fluctuations reflect a mix of factors, including market competition and consumer spending patterns. Maryland’s casino industry, regulated by the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency, operates under a framework that allocates gaming revenue to multiple state priorities. The Education Trust Fund, established to support public schools and higher education, is the primary beneficiary, receiving a significant portion of casino contributions each month.
Local jurisdictions hosting the casinos also receive direct funding, which supports community programs and infrastructure. The horse racing industry benefits through purse dedications and grants aimed at sustaining racetracks and breeding programs. Additionally, a portion of gaming revenue is earmarked for the Maryland Small, Minority, and Women-Owned Business Account, fostering economic opportunities for underrepresented entrepreneurs.
The June 2025 data marks the latest snapshot of Maryland’s casino performance, which has grown since the state legalized casino gaming in 2008 via voter referendum. The industry expanded with the opening of MGM National Harbor in 2016, complementing earlier establishments like Live! Casino & Hotel and Horseshoe Casino Baltimore. Each casino operates under strict oversight to ensure compliance with state regulations, including regular audits of gaming equipment and financial reporting.
While most casinos saw revenue declines compared to June 2024, the slight increases at Horseshoe Casino Baltimore, Ocean Downs Casino, and Rocky Gap Casino Resort suggest resilience in certain markets. Analysts note that seasonal trends, promotional events, and regional competition from neighboring states influence monthly performance. The Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency continues to monitor these trends to ensure the industry’s stability.
Stakeholders, including state officials and casino operators, rely on these monthly reports to assess the economic impact of gaming and plan for future investments. The contributions to education, local communities, and specialized programs underscore the broader role of casinos in Maryland’s fiscal landscape.
