JACKSON, Miss. (AP) – Casinos in Mississippi’s river region won less from gamblers in April, while casinos along the state’s Gulf Coast won more.
State Revenue Department figures show gamblers lost $175 million last month, down 3 percent from $181 million in April 2016.
April is traditionally a middling month for Mississippi casinos, compared to busy March, fueled by income tax refunds.
Receipts fell at the 16 river casinos fell a steep 9 percent to $76 million, as long-term revenue declines continue there.
The 12 coastal casinos posted winnings of $99 million, up from $98 million in April 2016.
Revenue is down about 3 percent statewide in the first four months of 2017, and is basically flat over the last 12 months.
Numbers exclude Choctaw Indian casinos, which don’t report winnings to the state.
