New Jersey Gaming Revenue Jumps 11.9% in July 2026

New Jersey Gaming Revenue Climbs 11.9% in July as Online Casinos Drive Growth

Reviewed By Paul Jacobs Casino Expert

New Jersey gaming revenue climbed 11.9% in July 2026, reaching $678.1 million across casinos, racetracks, and their partners, according to the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE). The total is up from $606.2 million in July 2025, with gains recorded in every major segment. Online casinos led the way, posting $276.9 million in internet gaming win, a 12% increase from a year earlier. Sports wagering rebounded sharply too, up 29.7% to $97 million, helped by a busy month of World Cup soccer betting. The results push New Jersey’s year-to-date gaming revenue past $4.2 billion.

New Jersey gaming revenue

What Happened

The DGE released its monthly report on August 17, 2026, covering casino, internet gaming, and sports wagering results for July. Combined, the three segments generated $678.1 million, marking the second straight month of double-digit growth compared to the same period in 2025.

Atlantic City’s nine casino hotels reported $304.2 million in casino win, up 7.1% from $284.1 million in July 2025. Internet gaming, which covers online slots, table games, and poker, brought in $276.9 million, up 12% from $247.3 million a year earlier. Sports wagering gross revenue reached $97 million, a 29.7% jump from $74.8 million in July 2025.

New Jersey’s total handle for sports betting alone was $816.9 million, giving operators a hold rate of 11.9%, the highest of any month so far in 2026. Online sportsbooks accounted for nearly all of that revenue, with retail sportsbooks contributing just $2.3 million.

What Was Confirmed

Segment	July 2026 Revenue	July 2025 Revenue	YoY Change
Total Gaming Revenue	$678.1 million	$606.2 million	+11.9%
Atlantic City Casino Win	$304.2 million	$284.1 million	+7.1%
Internet Gaming Win	$276.9 million	$247.3 million	+12.0%
Sports Wagering Gross Revenue	$97.0 million	$74.8 million	+29.7%

Year-to-date figures through July 2026 also show broad growth. Total gaming revenue for the first seven months of the year reached $4.2 billion, up 6.9% from $3.92 billion over the same stretch in 2025. Internet gaming revenue year-to-date stands at $1.87 billion, up 14.5%. Casino win year-to-date is $1.72 billion, up 3.1%. Sports wagering revenue year-to-date is $609.9 million, down 2.7% from the prior year, reflecting a slower start to the year before July’s rebound.

Why This Matters

July’s sports betting hold marked a sharp turnaround from June, when the New York Knicks’ NBA championship run and early U.S. men’s national team success at the World Cup left operators holding just 6.2% of a $917 million handle. This time, the World Cup worked in operators’ favor. New Jersey hosted several tournament matches, including the final between Spain and Argentina at what was temporarily renamed New York New Jersey Stadium.

Excluding football, basketball, and baseball, New Jersey’s “other” sports category, which includes soccer, saw handle jump 60% year over year to $309.2 million. Revenue in that category spiked 150% to $37 million. Parlay bets, many likely including soccer legs, won 19.1% of a nearly $50 million handle.

The growth also matters for the state’s finances. New Jersey collected $92.2 million in gross gaming revenue taxes during July, pushing the year-to-date tax total past $592.7 million. Online casino operators alone paid $61.6 million in taxes for the month.

What Happens Next

New Jersey’s online casino market has posted year-over-year growth every month in 2026, and the state’s iGaming sector is on pace to set a new full-year revenue record, surpassing the $2.91 billion mark set in 2025. Sports wagering revenue remains slightly behind last year’s pace on a year-to-date basis, so a strong football season this fall would need to close that gap.

The DGE typically releases its next monthly report in mid-September, covering August results. That report will show whether July’s sports betting hold was a temporary boost from the World Cup calendar or the start of a longer trend.

Key Facts and Timeline

June 2026: Sports betting hold fell to 6.2% after the Knicks’ NBA title and early U.S. World Cup group games favored bettors, ending a streak of 39 straight months with at least $60 million in monthly sports betting profit.
July 2026: Sports betting hold rebounded to 11.9%, the highest of the year, aided by World Cup knockout-round results, including Spain’s win over Argentina.
July 2026: Total gaming revenue reached $678.1 million, the state’s strongest month relative to the prior year in recent memory.
Year-to-date 2026: New Jersey has collected $592.7 million in gaming taxes through July.

FanDuel and DraftKings Lead Online Sportsbooks

Online Operator	July 2026 Revenue	Year-to-Date Revenue
FanDuel	$32.8 million	$239.5 million
DraftKings	$25.7 million	$157 million
Fanatics Sportsbook	$10.6 million	$51.5 million
BetMGM	$8.8 million	$49.2 million
bet365	$7.7 million	$47.6 million
Hard Rock Bet	$2.6 million	$12.1 million

FanDuel’s July revenue was up 22% from a year earlier and nearly $13 million higher than its June total, keeping it on track to approach $240 million in year-to-date revenue. DraftKings posted a 21% year-over-year gain in July, with monthly profit up 88% from June. BetMGM’s revenue rose 37% year over year, while bet365’s July haul pushed its yearly total up 46.9% from the same period in 2025.

What It Means for New Jersey’s Online Gambling Market

New Jersey remains the largest regulated online casino market in the United States, and July’s numbers reinforce that position. Internet gaming revenue has now outpaced the prior year in every reported month of 2026, driven by steady player growth across licensed operators. For readers comparing options, understanding which operators are licensed and how online slots and other game categories perform under New Jersey’s regulatory framework can help with choosing where to play.

Sports wagering’s rebound also shows how single events, like a World Cup final hosted in the state, can swing monthly results. Bettors interested in legal sports betting options should keep in mind that hold percentages vary widely month to month based on game outcomes rather than any change in the odds offered.

Responsible Gambling

Rising revenue figures reflect overall market activity, not a signal that betting more improves anyone’s individual odds. Before placing a wager or funding an online casino account, set a budget you can afford to lose and decide on a time limit for each session in advance.

Licensed New Jersey operators are required to offer tools that support safer play, including deposit limits, loss limits, time-outs, and self-exclusion options. Use these tools if you notice yourself chasing losses or gambling longer than planned. Free, confidential support is available in New Jersey through the 1-800-GAMBLER helpline for anyone concerned about their own gambling or a loved one’s.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much gaming revenue did New Jersey generate in July 2026?

New Jersey generated $678.1 million in total gaming revenue in July 2026, an 11.9% increase from $606.2 million in July 2025.

What drove the increase in New Jersey’s July gaming revenue?

Growth came from all three segments. Online casinos grew 12% to $276.9 million, sports wagering jumped 29.7% to $97 million, and Atlantic City casino win rose 7.1% to $304.2 million.

Why did New Jersey sports betting revenue rebound so much in July?

July included most of the FIFA World Cup’s knockout matches, several of which were played in New Jersey. Sportsbook-friendly results, including Spain’s win over Argentina, helped operators post an 11.9% hold on a $816.9 million handle.