Atlantic City Casinos Achieve Strongest July Revenue Since 2012 Amid Broader Statewide Gains

Taylor Schmidt · Aug 22, 2026

Atlantic City Casinos Achieve Strongest July Revenue Since 2012 Amid Broader Statewide Gains

Atlantic City casino floor with slot machines and gaming tables during peak hours

Atlantic City’s nine casinos reported $304.2 million in gross gaming revenue for July 2026, marking a 7.1% increase from the same month in 2025 and teh highest total for any July since 2012 according to state figures. Slot revenue climbed 6.2% to $226.1 million while table games rose 9.5% to $78.1 million, and eight of the nine properties recorded year-over-year gains. Borgata led all venues with $81.6 million in revenue.

Revenue Breakdown by Category

Slot machines continued to drive the majority of activity, yet table games posted the sharper percentage increase during the period. Observers note that this combination produced the overall lift, and the data released in August 2026 shows consistent momentum across both segments. Those who track monthly reports point out that the 7.1% growth outpaced several prior July results and aligned with steady visitor patterns throughout the month.

Property-Level Results

Borgata’s $81.6 million total placed it at the top of the list, while the remaining eight casinos that posted gains contributed to the collective improvement. One property recorded a decline, yet the net effect across all nine still reflected positive movement. Data indicates that the distribution of increases varied by location and product mix, with several venues benefiting from both slot and table activity.

Statewide Gaming Totals

When iGaming and sports betting are added to the casino figures, total New Jersey gaming revenue reached $678.1 million in July 2026, an 11.9% rise over the prior year. Year-to-date totals through July now exceed $4.2 billion. These broader numbers incorporate online platforms and sports wagering alongside the Atlantic City properties, and the combined growth reflects contributions from multiple channels operating under state regulation.

New Jersey gaming revenue charts and casino exterior views

Context Within Recent Trends

The July 2026 performance marks the strongest showing for Atlantic City casinos in any July since 2012, according to July 2026 gaming revenue statistics. Reports released in mid-August 2026 placed the results in perspective against earlier years, and the figures reveal steady recovery patterns that began before the current reporting period. Those who monitor regulatory filings note that the 7.1% year-over-year increase builds on incremental gains observed in preceding months.

Table game revenue growth of 9.5% outpaced slots during July, while the $78.1 million generated by tables represented a meaningful share of the overall $304.2 million total. Slot machines, however, maintained their position as the primary revenue driver at $226.1 million. The combination of these two categories produced the headline figure and supported the statewide total when paired with iGaming and sports betting activity.

Key Contributors to the Monthly Outcome

Eight properties recorded gains, led by Borgata’s performance, and the remaining venue posted a modest decline that did not offset the broader positive trend. Revenue figures for individual casinos show variation based on location, amenities, and marketing focus, yet the aggregate result demonstrates consistent participation across the market. State data released after the close of July 2026 captured these outcomes and allowed comparison with the same period in 2025.

The inclusion of online gaming and sports betting pushed the statewide total to $678.1 million, illustrating how Atlantic City’s land-based results fit within a larger ecosystem. Year-to-date sums surpassing $4.2 billion provide additional context for the July performance, and analysts tracking cumulative progress note that the monthly results contribute steadily to the annual total.

Conclusion

July 2026 stands as the strongest July for Atlantic City casinos since 2012, with gross gaming revenue reaching $304.2 million and eight of nine properties posting gains. Slot and table revenue both advanced, Borgata led with $81.6 million, and the addition of iGaming and sports betting brought statewide totals to $678.1 million. Year-to-date figures now exceed $4.2 billion, and the data released via official state gaming reports continues to document these developments as the summer season progresses.