Atlantic City Casinos Report Record July Revenue With Strong Gains Across Slots and Tables

Atlantic City’s nine casinos posted $304.2 million in gross gaming revenue during July 2026, marking a 7.1 percent increase from teh same month in 2025 and representing the highest July total recorded since 2012, according to figures released in the July 2026 Gaming Revenue Report. The results reflect continued momentum in both slot and table game segments, with eight of the nine properties showing year-over-year improvement.

Slot and Table Game Performance Breakdown

Slots generated $226.1 million, up 6.2 percent compared with July 2025, while table games reached $78.1 million, rising 9.5 percent over the prior year. These combined totals pushed overall casino revenue higher even as operators managed varying levels of activity across properties. Observers note that the stronger percentage gain in table games helped lift the monthly figure, although slots continued to account for the larger share of the total at roughly three-quarters of revenue.

Statewide New Jersey gaming revenue, which incorporates iGaming and sports betting alongside traditional casino operations, climbed to $678.1 million for the month, an 11.9 percent increase from July 2025. Year-to-date totals through July 2026 surpassed $4.2 billion, indicating sustained growth across multiple channels. Data from the report shows that digital and sports betting segments contributed meaningfully to the statewide number while Atlantic City casinos maintained their core position in the overall picture.

Property-Level Trends and Market Context

Eight of the nine Atlantic City casinos recorded gains in July 2026, a broad-based result that suggests consistent visitor traffic and spending patterns across most locations. The single property that did not post an increase did not offset the collective upward movement, allowing the market to achieve its strongest July performance in more than a decade. Those who track monthly reports point out that such widespread participation often signals steady regional demand rather than isolated spikes at individual venues.

Year-over-year comparisons place the July 2026 figure above previous recent summers, extending a pattern that began earlier in the year. The 7.1 percent casino revenue increase outpaced some earlier months while remaining below the 11.9 percent statewide growth rate, illustrating how iGaming and sports betting continue to expand at a faster clip than brick-and-mortar operations. Figures reveal that this divergence has become a recurring feature of New Jersey’s gaming landscape in 2026.

Statewide Integration of Digital and Retail Channels

The $678.1 million statewide total combines Atlantic City casino revenue with online gaming and sports betting activity reported across licensed operators. This integrated view provides a fuller picture of New Jersey’s gaming market, where players move between physical and digital platforms. The report indicates that the combined channels produced the elevated year-to-date sum exceeding $4.2 billion, underscoring cumulative strength through the first seven months of 2026.

Revenue from table games grew faster than slots within the Atlantic City segment, yet both categories advanced. The $78.1 million in table game revenue reflects higher hold percentages or increased drop in several games, while the $226.1 million in slots shows steady coin-in levels that benefited from the overall visitor base. Eight properties posting gains suggests operational consistency, even if individual results varied by location and game mix.

Looking Ahead Into August 2026

As operators move into August 2026, the July results supply a benchmark for summer performance. Historical patterns indicate that August often follows similar trends to July, though weather, events, and promotional calendars can shift outcomes. The current data set positions the market with a higher baseline than in recent years, giving properties a foundation for continued tracking through the remainder of the summer season.

Conclusion

The July 2026 figures from Atlantic City’s casinos and the broader New Jersey market demonstrate measurable growth across retail and digital segments. With casino revenue reaching $304.2 million and statewide totals hitting $678.1 million, the month stands out as the strongest July for Atlantic City since 2012. Continued reporting will show whether this pace holds through the balance of 2026.