Illinois Casino Revenue Climbs 9.2% to $192.8 Million in May, Rivers Casino Leads the Way

Illinois casinos generated $192.8 million in adjusted gross revenue during May 2026, a 9.2 percent increase compared to the same month a year earlier, according to figures released by the Illinois Gaming Board. The gains were broad-based across both gaming segments, with slots producing $146.5 million — up 10.3 percent — and table games contributing $46.2 million, a 6 percent year-over-year increase.

The results continue a stretch of growth for Illinois’s commercial casino market, which has expanded significantly in recent years following the legalization of additional casino licenses and new retail locations across the state.

Top Performers by Property

Rivers Casino in Des Plaines recorded the highest revenue of any Illinois property in May at $48.7 million, up 7.2 percent from $45.5 million in May 2025. Among properties generating between $10 million and $25 million in monthly revenue, Wind Creek Chicago Southland posted $21.2 million, Hard Rock Casino Rockford generated $13.8 million, Hollywood Casino Joliet contributed $13.2 million, Grand Victoria came in at $13.1 million, Full House Resorts reported $12.7 million, Bally’s Chicago posted $12.4 million, and Harrah’s Joliet reached $10.6 million.

The standout performer in percentage terms was Fairmount Park, which reported the largest year-over-year revenue increase in the state at 106.4 percent, reaching $2.4 million. The property opened its casino in April 2025, with table games added in April 2026, contributing to the dramatic growth figures as it compares against a period when it had no casino operations.

Properties With Declining Revenue

Three Illinois casinos reported year-over-year revenue declines in May. Hollywood Casino Aurora saw the steepest drop at 13.9 percent. Argosy Casino Alton fell 2.4 percent, and DraftKings at Casino Queen was essentially flat, down 0.5 percent from the prior year.

The overall Illinois results reflect a casino market that continues to perform well even as competition from online gaming platforms grows. Illinois does not currently have legalized online casino gambling, a source of ongoing legislative debate in the state. Those monitoring the broader landscape of Illinois sports betting will note that the retail casino industry remains robust alongside digital wagering options.