Rhode Island's gaming revenue in May 2025 saw significant growth, particularly in the iGaming sector.
The state's iGaming (online casino) revenue reached $4.8 million for the month, representing a 113% increase year-over-year. The total handle (amount wagered) more than doubled to $129.1 million, with online slots contributing $3.7 million in revenue (up 128.9% year-over-year) and online table games generating $1.1 million (up 73.7% year-over-year).
In the context of casinos, iGaming refers to all forms of online gambling and betting activities conducted over the internet. This includes digital versions of traditional casino games such as slots, blackjack, roulette, and baccarat, as well as online poker, sports betting, lotteries, bingo, virtual sports, and even esports betting.
Key Takeaways from Rhode Island Casino Revenue
Rhode Island's brick-and-mortar casino revenue also rose by 5.6% compared to May 2024. The growth in both online and traditional gaming segments underscores the state's expanding gaming market.
But the biggest number that stands out when you're done looking at the Rhode Island casino figures from last month, is how much iGaming has grown over the past year. Here's a glance:
iGaming revenue: $4.8 million (+113% YoY)
iGaming handle: $129.1 million (+111% YoY)
Online slots revenue: $3.7 million (+128.9% YoY)
Online table games revenue: $1.1 million (+73.7% YoY)
Casino revenue (land-based): $59 million (+5.6% YoY)
For sports betting, Rhode Island continues to operate under a single sports betting brand, but legislative proposals are in progress to expand the number of online sports betting licenses.
New Smoking Restrictions for Rhode Island Casinos
Supporters have been pushing for reduced smoking levels at Bally's two casinos in Rhode Island, and though the change is happening later than they wanted, it's finally on the way.
Rhode Island lawmakers have taken a big step towards improving public health and workplace safety by deciding to limit smoking in the state's casinos.
In the state budget, which was finalized at the end of the 2025 legislative session, changes were made to the rules about smoking in casinos. While smoking is not completely banned, the new rules mark a major change in policy.
Casinos in New Jersey, Kansas, and Missouri may face similar restrictions soon.
