Detroit’s trio of commercial casinos recorded $106.9 million in revenue for August 2025, according to the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB). The latest figures reflect a year-over-year downturn, with both slots and table games showing weaker performance compared to the same month last year.

The bulk of casino earnings came from slot machines and table games, which together accounted for $105.7 million of the monthly total. Sports betting made up the remaining $1.2 million.

Market share distribution in August showed MGM Grand Detroit retaining a commanding lead with 48 percent of the market. MotorCity Casino followed with 30 percent, while Hollywood Casino at Greektown rounded out the group with 22 percent.

Casino-specific revenues revealed uneven results. MGM Grand Detroit brought in $51.7 million, representing a 4 percent decline from August 2024. MotorCity Casino reported $31.2 million, a 1.4 percent increase year-over-year. Hollywood Casino at Greektown posted $22.8 million, marking a sharp 13 percent drop.

Overall, table games and slots revenue fell 4.6 percent from August 2024 and was also down 0.3 percent from July 2025. Cumulatively, for the period between January and the end of August, earnings from slots and table games decreased 1.2 percent compared with the same stretch last year.

Sports Betting Declines Year-over-Year but Gains From July

Retail sports betting contributed modestly to the overall revenue picture. The three casinos collectively reported a $6.8 million handle in August, generating $1.2 million in gross receipts. Qualified adjusted gross receipts (QAGR) declined by 26.7 percent compared with August 2024. However, the sector saw improvement from the previous month, up 20.2 percent from July.

Breaking down QAGR by property, MotorCity Casino led with $548,749, followed by Hollywood Casino at Greektown with $427,999, and MGM Grand Detroit with $264,076.

The three casinos submitted $46,903 in state taxes from retail sports betting activity in August, in addition to $57,326 in wagering taxes to the City of Detroit.

Tax Contributions and Regulatory Oversight

In total, the Detroit casinos paid $8.6 million in state gaming taxes in August 2025, down slightly from $9 million in August 2024. They also contributed $12.6 million to the City of Detroit in the form of wagering taxes and development agreement payments.

The MGCB noted that casinos are taxed at 19 percent on adjusted gross receipts, with 8.1 percent directed to the state and 10.9 percent to the city. Retail sports betting qualified adjusted gross receipts are subject to an additional 8.4 percent tax.

The regulator also highlighted the importance of casinos supporting small business participation within the supply chain, reinforcing the sector’s role in the broader economy.

License Renewals Affirm Commitment to Responsible Gaming

On September 9, during its scheduled public board meeting, the MGCB unanimously renewed licenses for Detroit’s three casinos. The approval followed a comprehensive review of operations, regulatory compliance, and responsible gaming practices.

“The decision ensures that Detroit residents and visitors can continue to enjoy a safe, secure, and well-regulated gaming environment,” the regulator said in a statement.

Henry Williams, executive director of the MGCB, emphasized the broader impact of the decision. “Detroit’s commercial casinos are not only entertainment destinations but also major contributors to the city and state economies. By renewing these licenses, the board reaffirms its commitment to a gaming industry that promotes integrity, accountability, and community benefit. Our oversight helps ensure that patrons have a fair and responsible experience, while Michigan residents continue to see the economic value generated by casino revenues.”