Arkansas casinos hit record tax revenue in 2025 as sports betting surges
Casinos in Arkansas brought in more tax revenue in 2025, with total collections rising to $116 million. This marks a 5.4% increase from the previous year. The funds support various state and local programmes, with over half going to the general revenue budget.
All three of Arkansas' casinos saw higher tax contributions in 2025. Southland Casino led with $58.4 million, up 1.9% from 2024. Oaklawn Casino followed with $27.2 million, a 5.5% increase. Saracen Casino recorded the largest growth, rising 12.7% to $30.4 million.
The state allocates casino tax revenue in fixed shares. The general revenue fund receives 55% of the total. Another 19.5% goes to the city hosting the casino, while 8% supports the local county. The Arkansas Racing Commission gets 17.5%. Alongside casino growth, sports betting in Arkansas expanded sharply. The total handle reached $655 million in 2025, nearly $100 million more than the year before. Between 2021 and 2024, sports wagering revenue surged from around $20 million to over $200 million annually. Meanwhile, casino revenues remained steady at $400–500 million each year, showing slower growth compared to sports betting.
The 2025 figures confirm a steady rise in Arkansas' gambling sector. Casino tax revenue now funds state, county, and city budgets at higher levels. Sports betting continues to grow faster than traditional casino income, reflecting shifting trends in the state's gambling market.
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