Americans Spent $172 Billion on Gambling in 2024 — Online Segment Keeps Growing

Key Highlights of the Year

According to a recent report by Eilers & Krejcik Gaming, total U.S. consumer spending on gambling reached $172 billion in 2024 — an increase of 3.3% compared to 2023. The data includes only B2C segments, excluding social casinos, sweepstakes platforms, and skill-based games.

Spending Breakdown

Most of the spending went to traditional formats:

• Casinos (commercial and tribal) — 56%
• Retail lottery — 22%
• Online gambling — 15%
• Other formats (including charitable gambling and horse racing) — 7%

Online Segment: Rapid Growth

Online sectors continue steady growth thanks to legalization in new states and increased user interest:

• Online betting grew by 34%, with launches in North Carolina and Vermont
• Online casinos and poker — up 29%
• Online lottery increased by 26% but still accounts for only 1% of total spending

State Revenues: January – February 2025

Online casino revenue by key U.S. states (in million USD):