Gaming Industry Tax Revenue Surpasses Expectations
Indiana’s casino sector delivered robust fiscal results in June 2025, as the Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) reported a total of $67.2 million in wagering and supplemental taxes collected across the state’s 14 licensed casinos. This figure represents a strong mid-year recovery for the industry, especially in contrast to the year-on-year decline observed in August 2023, when gaming revenues dipped by 6%.
The report includes wagering tax, supplemental tax, and sports betting taxes, offering a holistic view of the gaming economy’s health and its contribution to state coffers.
Top Performing Casinos: Northern Indiana Leads the Pack
Among the top revenue contributors were Horseshoe Hammond, which led in overall tax contribution with $7.7 million, and Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana, generating $7.1 million. Hard Rock also posted the highest adjusted gross receipts (AGR) at over $30 million, cementing its position as the top-performing property in the state.
The strong performance of these properties is driven by both table game activity and slot revenues, with blackjack and baccarat maintaining popularity across all venues.
Key Table Game Figures:
Hard Rock Northern Indiana: $7.18M in table game wins
Horseshoe Hammond: $4.73M in table game wins
Hard Rock Casino remains under a special tax provision valid through June 30, 2025, which impacts its deductions and reporting methods—a factor that may have contributed to favorable figures in this latest report.
Year-to-Date Tax Contributions Exceed $671 Million
With June’s numbers in, Indiana’s year-to-date tax collections from casinos have surpassed $671.3 million. Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana leads with a cumulative $84.6 million in taxes paid, followed closely by Caesars Southern Indiana and Horseshoe Indianapolis, which have collectively added nearly $45 million to the state treasury.
These figures reaffirm the state’s reliance on casino-generated revenue, not just for economic stimulation but also for public programs funded through these tax channels.
Broader Industry Outlook
The consistent upward trend in gaming tax revenue suggests that Indiana’s gaming industry is bouncing back from pandemic-era volatility, thanks in part to increased consumer activity, new gaming offerings, and stable regulatory support.
The presence of 601 table games across the state, combined with dynamic slot machine activity and expanding sports betting platforms, ensures a diverse and competitive gaming environment.
Looking ahead, sustained growth will depend on policy stability, continued reinvestment in facilities, and potential expansion in online or digital betting—a trend that’s gaining traction nationally.
Bottom Line: June’s tax windfall reflects the resilience of Indiana’s gaming market and reinforces the central role casinos play in the state’s economic landscape.
