Spending on gambling in Deadwood reached nearly $750 million during the first half of the year, according to new monthly data from the state Department of Revenue.
Through June in the city, gamblers had spent about $700 million playing slot machines, $43.95 million buying chips for table games, and $4.36 million betting on sports.
The total spending of $748.3 million was up 1.5% from the first half of 2023.
The biggest increase was in the relatively new category of sports wagering, which was up 9% from the same period in 2023. South Dakota voters approved sports betting for Deadwood in 2020, adding it to the city’s pre-existing gambling offerings.
