Florida’s non-tribal casinos see minor year-over-year decline in December revenues

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 2:14 PM
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  • Charlotte Capewell, Special to CDC Gaming

Florida non-tribal casinos reported statewide revenues of $58.1 million, a 0.2 percent decrease compared to December 2023, when casinos generated $58.2 million.

The Florida Gaming Control Commission revealed its December slot revenue figures for the eight non-tribal commercial casinos in the Sunshine State. Magic City Casino contributed the highest in slot revenue, generating just more than $11.1 million in December. Pompano Park closely followed with $11 million in slot revenue, and Hialeah Casino, which produced $8 million in slot revenue.

The remaining five casinos all produced slot revenue of less than $8 million, Calder Race Course at $7.7 million, Miami Casino at $7.3 million, Gulfstream Park Racing & Casino at $4.9 million, Dania Jai Alai at $4.2 million and Big Easy Casino at $3.6 million.

Slot revenue rose roughly 3 percent month-over-month compared to the November figures reported by the Florida Gaming Control Board. Slot revenue at six commercial casinos also had a month-over-month increase, with the most significant gain at Magic City Casino, which saw slot revenue increase by nearly $1 million from November.

The Florida gaming landscape looked like it could change when Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis called a special session at the start of the week to discuss new proposals regarding the legalization of commercial sportsbooks and casinos. However, the session ended before lawmakers could address the bills.

 

Charlotte Capewell brings her passion for storytelling and expertise in writing, researching, and the gambling industry to every article she writes. Her specialties include the US gambling industry, regulator legislation, igaming, and more. As a fan of all things F1-related, she roots for her favorite team, Aston Martin, every race weekend. Charlotte also follows motorsport news closely and is keen to write about the latest news in the sports betting industry.