Published on: April 17, 2026, at 01:37h.
Updated on: April 17, 2026, at 01:37h.
- Atlantic City casinos generated $236.6 million from in-person gambling in March 2026
- Only three casinos reported increased earnings: Borgata, Caesars, and Ocean Casino
- Both iGaming and online sports betting contributed to a rise in monthly gaming revenue
March presented a mixed bag for the nine casinos in Atlantic City. While the overall gross gaming revenue (GGR) saw a 2.5% increase compared to last year, only three establishments experienced a rise in player spending.
According to the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement, the slot machines and table games in Atlantic City collected $236.6 million last month, which is nearly $5.8 million more than in March 2025. However, only Borgata, Caesars, and Ocean showed improved GGR, while Bally’s, Golden Nugget, Hard Rock, Harrah’s, Resorts, and Tropicana all reported declines in in-person gambling.
“Atlantic City’s in-person casino winnings reached the second-highest March figure since 2013, with varied performances across the operators. The first quarter saw casino wins stabilize, marking the third-best results in 13 years,” stated James Plousis, chair of the New Jersey Casino Control Commission.
Borgata retained its position as the market leader, with MGM Resorts reporting a retail GGR of $67.2 million, reflecting a 15.1% year-over-year growth. Following at a distance, Hard Rock posted $42.6 million, indicating a 4.1% drop from the previous year.
Growth in iGaming and Sports Betting
New Jersey’s online casinos and sports betting sectors also reported increased revenues in March. iGaming revenue soared by 11.6% to $272 million, while sportsbooks retained $87.6 million from the wagers, a remarkable 22.8% rise compared to March 2025.
“With growth across all three segments of New Jersey’s total gaming revenue, we have surpassed the half-billion dollar mark for thirteen consecutive months. The total gaming revenue for the first quarter exceeded $1.7 billion, the fastest accumulation in this decade,” Plousis elaborated.
In March, gaming tax revenue approached $95.6 million, pushing the year-to-date total over $277 million. A majority of these taxes support the Casino Revenue Fund, which funds various state programs, including services for seniors and individuals with disabilities.
The iGaming and sports betting figures benefitted Golden Nugget and Resorts in March, as these casinos are partnered with online leaders, FanDuel and DraftKings. FanDuel’s iGaming platform generated $62.6 million in gross revenue, while DraftKings earned $48.2 million.
FanDuel and DraftKings also topped the leaderboard for online sportsbook revenue at $32.1 million and $22.3 million, respectively. FanDuel collaborates with the Meadowlands Racetrack for sports betting.
Future of Atlantic City
Currently, the Atlantic City gaming market appears stable. Eight out of nine casinos reported positive operating outcomes in 2025, with overall profits reaching $665.4 million, of which Borgata contributed $237.4 million.
Three casinos in New York City, namely Bally’s Bronx, Hard Rock Metropolitan Park, and Resorts World, are anticipated to launch their full-scale casino resorts by 2030. Meanwhile, Atlantic City is focused on enhancing its appeal.