Decrease in gambling income from Mississippi casinos by 2.2% compared to the previous year, as of June.
In the heart of the Magnolia State, the commercial casino industry is experiencing a moderate growth trend, albeit with a slowing momentum. The Mississippi Gaming Commission recently approved two casino projects in east Biloxi, setting the stage for potential expansion in the region [1].
Mississippi's gaming industry netted more than $24 million in revenue alone in January 2025, demonstrating the sector's resilience. However, the growth rate has slowed compared to previous years, partly due to competition from neighboring states and the prevalence of illegal sports betting [1]. To counter these challenges, a legislative push is underway for a 4% casino tax increase, which could generate approximately $50 million annually to help offset losses and support the state's gaming share [1].
On a national scale, the commercial gaming sector is thriving, with traditional casino revenues and sports betting on the rise. The United States saw a 7.1% increase in gaming revenue through May 2025, with growth in slots, table games, and sports betting [2][3][4]. Mississippi is not immune to this trend, with new bills aiming to legalize online sports betting and increase casino taxes [1][2][3].
Regarding the upcoming casino projects in east Biloxi, specific details are scarce in recent sources. The focus has been on revenue trends and legislative activities related to casinos and online betting in Mississippi, without mentioning particular casino constructions or expansions in Biloxi [1]. For up-to-date and detailed information about specific casino projects in east Biloxi, additional targeted local news or gaming commission reports would be recommended.
Here's a breakdown of the revenue trends for different regions in Mississippi:
| Region | June 2021 Revenue | June 2020 Revenue | Percentage Change | |----------------|-------------------|-------------------|-------------------| | Coastal | $130.5 million | $131.6 million | -1% | | Central | $24.6 million | $26.3 million | -6.1% | | Northern | $42.6 million | $44.1 million | -3.6% |
The state's casinos generated a total of $197.6 million in revenue for June 2021, marking an 11.6% decrease compared to May 2021 and a 2.2% decrease compared to the same month in 2020 [1]. Despite the decrease, the Coastal region still outperformed the Central region in terms of revenue for June 2021 [1].
As the gaming landscape in Mississippi continues to evolve, the approved casino projects in east Biloxi and the proposed tax increase represent significant steps in maintaining the state's competitiveness within the industry.
[1] Mississippi Gaming Commission [2] American Gaming Association [3] National Council of State Legislatures [4] Global Gaming Business
The approved casino projects in east Biloxi signify potential expansion for the casino industry in the region, aligning with the ongoing trend seen in other commercial casinos and gambling establishments. As the games offered in these casinos are crucial to their success, the variety of casino-games in the upcoming projects could significantly impact the revenue they generate, contributing to the overall growth of casino-and-gambling in Mississippi.
