Thanks to the launch of new casinos, Illinois casinos brought in $165.8 million in October, a 21.2% year-over-year increase over the $136.8 million earned the previous year.
Hollywood Joliet Casino, which launched a land-based presence in August, saw the largest revenue growth, at 46.3%, from $7.4 million to $10.8 million, according to the most recent data from the Illinois Gaming Board. Revenue increased by double digits at six other casinos, including Walker’s Bluff Casino, which witnessed a 26.6% increase from $2.4 million to $3.1 million.
Rivers Casino recorded the highest revenue of $43.2 million, up 2.5% from $42.1 million in October 2024. With $17.3 million in revenue in October, Wind Creek Casino, which debuted in November 2024, had the second-highest revenue.
With an 8.8% drop in revenue from $7.2 million to $6.5 million, DraftKings at Casino Queen saw the biggest drop. Revenue at Harrah’s Joliet dropped from $9.4 million to $8.8 million.
Slot machine income increased 21.5% from slightly less than $104 million to $126.4 million, while table game revenue increased 20.2% from $32.8 million to $39.4 million statewide.
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What was the total revenue for Illinois casinos in October 2025?
Illinois casinos earned $165.8 million, marking a 21.2% year-over-year increase.
Which Illinois casino recorded the highest revenue in October 2025?
Rivers Casino led with $43.2 million in revenue.
Which casino saw the largest percentage growth in revenue?
Hollywood Joliet Casino experienced the highest growth at 46.3%.
Which casino had the biggest decline in revenue?
DraftKings at Casino Queen saw the largest drop, down 8.8%.
How did slot and table game revenues perform statewide?
Slot revenue rose 21.5% and table game revenue increased 20.2% year-over-year.
