January 2026 Iowa Casino Revenue $163.8M, Up 2.42%
Summary
The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission reported that state-licensed casinos and sports wagering operators generated $163.8 million in receipts for January 2026, representing a 2.42% increase compared to January 2025. Casino adjusted gross revenue was $135.98 million with $25.46 million in state gaming taxes collected. Sports wagering revenue reached $27.80 million with $1.88 million in state taxes. As of January 2026, 19 state-licensed casinos and 11 online sports betting operators are operating in Iowa.
What changed
The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission released January 2026 revenue statistics showing combined casino and sports wagering receipts of $163.8 million, a 2.42% increase year-over-year. Casino gaming contributed $135.98 million in adjusted gross revenue generating $25.46 million in state gaming taxes, while sports wagering operations produced $27.80 million in revenue with $1.88 million in state taxes.\n\nAffected parties include the 19 state-licensed casinos and 11 online sports betting operators who report revenue figures to the IRGC. This informational release does not impose compliance obligations but provides the gambling industry and stakeholders with official state revenue data for January 2026.
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January 2026 Revenue Information
Thursday, February 19, 2026
In figures provided to the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission, Iowa’s licensed casinos and sports wagering operators reported $163.8 million in receipts for January 2026.
Casino Revenue and Taxes
Iowa casinos reported an increase in revenue compared to January 2025 of 2.42%. Gaming taxes collected by the state increased 0.10% over January 2025:
- $135.98 million – Adjusted Gross Revenue
- $25.46 million – State Gaming Taxes
Sports Wagering Revenue and Taxes
Sports wagering operations in the state reported an increase in revenue of 6.15% over January 2025. State taxes on sports wagering increased by 7.17% over January 2025:
- $27.80 million – Sports Wagering Revenue
- $1.88 million – State Sports Wagering Taxes
Additional Information
As of January 2026, a total of 19 state-licensed casinos are operating in Iowa. Currently, 11 state-licensed entities offer online sports betting in the state. Details for each casino and sports betting operator’s revenue statistics are available on the IRGC website.
Gambling in any form is for entertainment purposes only. If you or someone you know may have a gambling problem, call 1-800-BETS-OFF or visit yourlifeiowa.org for additional resources. Iowa residents can also visit irgc.iowa.gov for information on the statewide self-exclusion program.
The mission of the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission is to administer the laws and rules for gambling and wagering in Iowa in order to ensure the integrity of licensees and their operations, maintain public confidence in regulated gambling and wagering activities in Iowa, and promote economic development for the citizens of Iowa. Learn more at irgc.iowa.gov/mission-statement.
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