Key Moments:
- Maryland’s sports wagers generated $14.1 million in state contributions during October 2025
- Mobile platforms processed $723.3 million in bets, dominating the market over retail locations
- Market expansion included a new retail sportsbook opening in Pikesville on 24 October
October Performance Highlights
The Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency revealed that the state received $14.1 million in contributions from sports wagering in October 2025. This figure indicates steady growth for the market amid a period packed with sports events, including the MLB postseason and the beginning of basketball and hockey seasons, alongside ongoing college and professional football games.
| Metric | October 2025 |
|---|---|
| Total Handle | $736.6 million |
| Prizes Paid Out | $663.9 million |
| Sportsbook Hold Percentage | 9.9% |
| State Contributions | $14.1 million |
Mobile Betting’s Market Share
Mobile betting platforms remained the primary channel for wagers in Maryland, accounting for $723.3 million out of the month’s total handle. Retail sportsbooks processed $13.3 million in wagers. Mobile operators retained 9.8% of the handle, while retail sportsbooks held onto 12.1%.
In line with Maryland’s revenue structure, retail operators contributed 15% of their taxable proceeds to the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Fund. Mobile operators provided 15% of revenue to the Blueprint Fund and an additional 5% to the state’s General Fund.
Funding and Allocation of Proceeds
In October, $10.6 million was directed to the Blueprint Fund, while mobile betting proceeds added $3.5 million to the General Fund. For the first four months of Fiscal Year 2026, total contributions from sports wagering reached $43.9 million.
Retail Expansion and Cumulative Impact
During the month, a new retail sportsbook opened at Canton Gaming in Pikesville on 24 October. Operated in partnership with Crab Services, the location was relocated from Towson. With this addition, Maryland featured 13 retail sportsbooks and 12 mobile platforms during October.
Since the sports betting program’s inception in December 2021, cumulative funds have totaled $210.5 million for the Blueprint Fund, $10.7 million to the General Fund, and $5 million from expired prizes has been allocated to the Problem Gambling Fund.
October’s $14.1 million in contributions demonstrated a modest rise from September’s $13.5 million, signaling persistent momentum in Maryland’s regulated sports betting landscape.
- Author
Daniel Williams
