Atlantic City Casino Revenue Trends and iGaming Growth for March
Atlantic City Casino Revenue Trends and iGaming Growth for March
During March, Atlantic City casinos saw a decline in revenue from in-person gamblers, with a reported downturn of 3.7% compared to the previous year. This marks the second straight month where physical play in the Atlantic City region has dropped, correlating with a broader trend in iGaming growth observed over the first quarter of 2025.
Revenue Breakdown
The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) announced that the total winnings for the nine casinos reached $230.9 million last month, reflecting an almost $8.9 million decline from March 2024. Disturbingly, table games led this revenue decrease, plummeting nearly 15% to $57.3 million, while retail slot machines experienced a modest increase of 0.5%, totaling $173.6 million.
iGaming Growth Continues
In stark contrast to the decline in traditional casino revenue, iGaming has demonstrated remarkable growth. With March’s iGaming revenue surpassing $200 million for the seventh consecutive month, online gaming platforms have consistently outperformed Atlantic City in terms of total gross gaming revenue (GGR). The iGaming sector raked in a new high of nearly $243.9 million last month, indicating a staggering 24% increase year-over-year.
The breakdown for online gaming included:
- Online Slots and Interactive Tables: $241.3 million
- Internet Poker: $2.6 million
Meanwhile, sports betting revenue in New Jersey was recorded at $71.3 million, reflecting a notable decrease of 20.5% from the previous March.
Overall Gaming Revenue Snapshot
As noted by James Plousis, chair of the New Jersey Casino Control Commission, although March’s figures show a year-over-year decline, it remains the second best month for in-person GGR in twelve years. Combined gaming losses in the state reached $546.12 million, highlighting a 3.7% increase in profit margin for casinos.
The overall gaming revenue for New Jersey in the first quarter surpassed $1.58 billion, the highest quarterly figure in over a decade. The iGaming sector is largely credited, with a year-to-date increase of 20% totaling $673.3 million.
Job Opportunities in Atlantic City
As the summertime approaches, Atlantic City’s casinos are ramping up hiring efforts, with over 1,700 positions available. Interested candidates can participate in the Casino Control Commission’s annual Casino Career Fair on April 24, aimed at matching potential employees with hiring representatives from across the region.
Conclusion
While Atlantic City’s in-person gaming struggles through revenue declines, the growth of iGaming signifies a shifting landscape in the gambling industry. As casinos prepare for the busy summer season, job opportunities continue to emerge in response to this evolving market demand.
