Casino revenue across Maryland, Delaware, and Maine showed divergent trends in November, with Delaware posting dramatic growth, Maryland remaining largely flat, and Maine seeing modest gains. The latest figures suggest a cooling period for some markets, while others appear to be gaining traction heading into the winter months.
Maryland Casinos Tread Water
Maryland’s six casinos generated $158.8 million in combined revenue from slot machines and table games in November, a slight increase of 0.4 percent compared to the same month last year. According to data released by the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency, that translated to just $644,000 more than November 2024.
The state’s largest casino, MGM National Harbor in Oxon Hill, continued to outperform the rest of the market. It brought in $69 million for the month, a 5.3 percent increase year-over-year, and once again accounted for roughly 43 percent of the state’s total gaming revenue. Live! Casino & Hotel in Hanover, the second-largest property, saw revenue fall 4.5 percent to $57.6 million. Horseshoe Casino Baltimore recorded $14.7 million, up 2.4 percent from the previous November.
Results at the state’s three smaller casinos were mixed. Hollywood Casino Perryville reported $6.6 million, a decline of 8.1 percent. Ocean Downs near Ocean City brought in $6.5 million, down 1.9 percent. Rocky Gap Casino Resort in Western Maryland posted $4.4 million, an increase of 5.1 percent.
State contributions from casino gaming reached $68.5 million in November, with $49.4 million directed to the Education Trust Fund. Other allocations included local impact grants, support for Maryland’s horse racing industry, and funding for small, minority- and women-owned businesses.
Through the first five months of Fiscal Year 2026, casino revenue in Maryland totals $808.3 million, a 1.7 percent drop compared to the same period last year. Contributions to the state have also dipped slightly, down 1.2 percent to $347.7 million. The figures suggest a leveling off following several years of growth after the pandemic recovery.
Delaware Records Strong Growth
Delaware’s three casinos had a standout month, generating $44.4 million in combined revenue for November. That marks a 30.4 percent year-over-year increase, making it the strongest performer among the three states.
The gains were driven largely by slot machines, which accounted for $40.2 million—up 34.1 percent compared to the previous November. Table games brought in $4.2 million, a more modest increase of 3.3 percent.
Delaware Park led the pack with $19.5 million in total revenue, up 37 percent year-over-year. Slot revenue at the property surged to $17 million, while table games generated $2.5 million. Harrington Casino followed with $10.8 million, up 31.3 percent, while Bally’s Dover Casino reported $14.1 million, an increase of 21.6 percent.
The strong showing in Delaware reflects sustained player demand and possibly increased promotional activity. For regular players, this kind of growth often translates into more generous offers and a livelier casino floor.
Maine Posts Small Gains
Maine’s casino market continued its quiet climb in November, with total revenue from its two properties reaching $13.4 million. That represents a 3.3 percent increase over November 2024, according to data from the Maine Gambling Control Unit.
Oxford Casino reported $8 million in revenue, up 3.6 percent from last year. Slots accounted for the majority of that figure, generating $6.9 million—a 4.3 percent increase. Table game revenue was slightly down, falling from $1.06 million to $1.05 million.
Hollywood Casino in Bangor brought in $5.4 million, up 2.9 percent from the prior year. Slots climbed 4.7 percent to reach $4.4 million, while table games declined 4.9 percent to $931,000.
Across the state, slots generated $11.4 million in November, a 4.5 percent year-over-year increase. Table game revenue dropped 2.8 percent to $1.97 million. The figures suggest players are leaning increasingly toward slot play, which continues to drive growth despite minor pullbacks at the tables.
A Region in Transition
November’s revenue reports show a fragmented picture across the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast gaming landscape. Delaware’s casino market appears to be on a roll, while Maryland’s steady but slowing performance hints at possible saturation, particularly outside its flagship properties. Maine’s consistent, if unspectacular, growth offers stability but few surprises.
