Iowa casino revenue falls 6.8% year-over-year in November

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 8:57 PM
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  • Charlotte Capewell, Special to CDC Gaming

Iowa casinos generated $130.8 million in revenue in November, down 6.8% from the $140.3 million generated in November 2024.

The latest report from the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission shows that the highest revenue increase was recorded by the Rhythm City Casino, up 4.1% from $8.8 million to $9.2 million. Wild Rose Clinton also saw a revenue increase of 2.3%, rising from $2.5 million in 2024 to $2.6 million in 2025.

The Isle of Capri Bettendorf and Lakeside Casino were the only other casinos to see revenue increase, with the Isle of Capri Bettendorf rising 1.2% from $5.3 million to $5.4 million, and Lakeside Casino increasing 1.4% from $3.8 million to $3.9 million.

Horseshoe Casino Council Bluffs reported the most significant decrease, 14.5%, declining from $15.4 million to $13.2 million. Four other casinos reported double-digit declines, including the Ameristar II casino, which saw a 13.4% decline from $15.1 million to $13.1 million, and the Harrah’s Council Bluffs Casino & Hotel, which declined 11.3% from $5.6 million to $4.9 million.

Statewide, slot and table games revenue declined in November, with slots down 7.4% from $127.1 million to $117.8 million and table games down 1.2% from $13.2 million to $13 million.

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.