Key data from the global casino industry
The casino industry recovered strongly post-pandemic, with 2024 marking record highs in several markets. Online casino revenue is growing three times faster than land-based.
| Market | Revenue | vs 2023 | Driver |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $66.5B | +6.2% | Sports betting |
| Macau | $30.5B | +12.8% | Tourism recovery |
| Las Vegas Strip | $18.5B | +4.1% | Premium/non-gaming |
| UK Online | $6.9B | +8.7% | Mobile growth |
Global casino revenue reached approximately $247 billion.
Macau remains largest single market at $30.5 billion.
Las Vegas Strip reached $18.5 billion.
Online casino grew 12% vs 4% for land-based.
US commercial casino revenue hit a record $66.5 billion.
Flutter leads online gambling by revenue, while Evolution controls 70% of the live casino infrastructure market.
Flutter is the world's largest online gambling company.
Flutter reported $17.5 billion in revenue.
MGM operates 31 properties globally.
Entain operates in 40+ regulated markets.
Evolution controls 70%+ of live casino market.
Slot machines remain the profit engine due to high throughput and scalability. New digital formats like crash games attract younger demographics.
Slots generate 62% of US casino floor revenue.
Blackjack generates 31% of table game revenue.
Over 950,000 slot machines in casinos worldwide.
Baccarat leads table game revenue in Asia.
American Roulette house edge is 5.26%.
The industry directly employs 1.8 million people globally. Technology roles are the fastest growing as the industry digitalizes.
Global industry employs approximately 1.8 million people.
Average US dealer salary is $52,000 with tips.
US gambling supports over 700,000 jobs.
Online companies increased hiring 15% in 2024.
Tech roles are fastest-growing in the industry.
Land-based casinos are pivoting to experiential offerings that online cannot replicate. Cashless gaming is transforming the physical experience.
Over 4,500 land-based casinos worldwide.
Non-gaming is 35% of casino resort revenue.
Japan's first casino resort expected 2029-2030.
US tribal casino revenue exceeded $7.2 billion.
43% of US casinos offer cashless gaming.