Gamblers in Ohio bet $1.1 billion in the first month of legal sports gambling in the state, and lost $230 million. Most bets were placed on mobile sports betting apps.
As a result, the state will receive about $21 million in tax revenue.
The Ohio Casino Control Commission released its first report about sports gambling revenue on Tuesday, detailing January earnings by physical sportsbooks and mobile betting apps. Separately, the Ohio Lottery Commission in mid-February released its report covering gaming kiosks.
Ohio’s 16 sports betting apps accounted for $1.09 billion of the $1.11 billion wagered. The state’s 14 physical sportsbooks, like the ones at the JACK Cleveland Casino and MGM Northfield Park, brought in $23 million.
