Key Moments:
- Nevada’s gaming revenue reached $1.23 billion in August 2025, rising 5.5% from a year prior
- Baccarat revenue on the Las Vegas Strip nearly doubled, hitting $115.6 million
- Mobile sports betting revenue almost doubled to $29.4 million in August 2025
August Overview: Revenue Spikes Driven by Table Games and Digital Wagers
Nevada casinos have posted another month of robust income, reporting $1.23 billion in gaming revenue for August 2025. This figure represents a 5.5% year-over-year increase, according to data released by the Nevada Gaming Control Board. The primary sources of this growth were exceptional performance in baccarat on the Las Vegas Strip and a significant upswing in sports betting through mobile channels.
Baccarat and Table Games Outperform, With Las Vegas Strip Leading
In August 2025, table and card games across Nevada generated $411.8 million, up more than 12% compared to August 2024. Notably, baccarat stood out by delivering $116.5 million in revenue, reflecting a 52.6% leap over the previous year. On the Las Vegas Strip, baccarat almost doubled its performance, as revenue climbed to $115.6 million.
Rapid Expansion in Mobile Sports Betting
Sports betting proved to be another high-growth area, as revenues surged 68.1% to reach $42 million. Mobile platforms were the main driver, with mobile betting income nearly doubling to $29.4 million. The return of college football and NFL pre-season games contributed to an 85.9% increase in football betting, totaling $16.3 million.
Mixed Performance Across Nevada’s Regions
Clark County posted revenues of $1.03 billion in August 2025, up 5.3% year-on-year. The Las Vegas Strip contributed $652.1 million, an increase of 2%. Performance across slots varied: multi-denomination machines grew 14.2% to $508.5 million, while penny slots declined 31.2% to $93.1 million.
Downtown Las Vegas-based casino revenue climbed 8.3% to $63.2 million, and North Las Vegas moved up 7.8% to $24.7 million. Elsewhere, the market showed weakness: Laughlin’s figures dropped 7.1% to $41 million and the Boulder Strip slipped 1.1% to $84.8 million.
Regional Summary Table
| Region | August 2025 Revenue ($ millions) | Year-over-Year Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Clark County | 1,030.0 | +5.3 |
| Las Vegas Strip | 652.1 | +2.0 |
| Downtown Las Vegas | 63.2 | +8.3 |
| North Las Vegas | 24.7 | +7.8 |
| Laughlin | 41.0 | -7.1 |
| Boulder Strip | 84.8 | -1.1 |
| Washoe County | 102.8 | +7.4 |
| Reno | 76.1 | +9.9 |
| Sparks | 15.7 | +3.2 |
| North Lake Tahoe | 3.1 | -15.0 |
| South Lake Tahoe | 37.7 | +21.5 |
| Carson Valley | 12.4 | +8.9 |
| Mesquite | 15.1 | +10.0 |
| Elko County | 32.4 | -0.8 |
Other Developments: Data Security and Longer-Term Trends
Nevada officials have confirmed a breach of state network data during August, with investigations ongoing.
The August results follow a 4% rise in gaming revenue in July 2025, where the Strip generated $749.1 million. This performance comes after casinos recorded $1.36 billion in June and over $1.4 billion in May. The current trend highlights continued reliance on baccarat and mobile sports betting for growth, while slot machines have produced mixed results in recent months.
- Author
Daniel Williams
