Gross gaming receipts fell from $260.5 million in March to $248.1 million in April. Despite the month-over-month dip, year-on-year growth highlights the continued strength of the state’s iGaming sector.
April Revenue and Growth
In April, Michigan online casinos collected $248.1 million in total gross receipts, down from $260.5 million in March. This 4.7% decrease reflects a modest cooling after strong early-spring performance.
However, when adjusting for promotional credits and other deductions, AGR stood at $233.1 million, a 5.3% decline from March’s $246.1 million of adjusted revenue.
Comparing to April 2024, April 2025 saw iGaming AGR jump 33.9%, rising from $174.9 million a year ago. This surge underscores how player interest in online slots and table games has steadily grown in Michigan since launch.
While MI sports betting contributed $26.8 million, down 3.6% year-on-year, iGaming remains the clear revenue leader, accounting for roughly 90% of the state’s combined online gambling receipts.
Monthly internet sports betting handle also fell, declining 12.1% to $417.6 million in April from $475.1 million in March. That pullback aligns with the end of major sporting events in late March. Overall, the combined AGR for iGaming and sports wagering was $259.9 million in April, down 14.8% from March’s combined AGR of $305.4 million.
State and Local Tax Contributions
Michigan gaming operators paid a total of $49.6 million in state taxes and regulatory fees during April. Of that, the iGaming segment generated $48.2 million, while internet sports betting accounted for $1.4 million in contributions to the state treasury.
At the municipal level, Detroit’s three commercial casinos contributed $13.1 million in wagering taxes and service fees. iGaming alone delivered $12.6 million of that total, with sports betting adding just over $0.5 million. These local revenues support city services and infrastructure in Michigan’s largest municipality.
Tribal gaming operators also made significant payments in April, sending $5.6 million to their governing bodies. These funds help tribal governments fund essential services and community programs across the state.
