Mississippi casino revenue hits $217.9 million, down 2.6%

Mississippi's gaming market contracted in May, with the state's casinos generating $217.9 million in total revenue—a 2.6% decline compared to the same month last year, according to Mississippi Gaming Commission data. The performance reflects mixed trends across gaming verticals, with slot machines accounting for the bulk of revenue at $181.1 million but declining 3.1% annually. Table games showed relative resilience, rising 4.3% to $29.8 million.

Retail sports betting emerged as a notable weak spot, plummeting 43.3% to $1.9 million. This sharp contraction in the sports betting vertical suggests either seasonal softness or shifting consumer preferences away from retail wagering channels in the state.

The overall decline underscores ongoing headwinds in Mississippi's gaming sector, a market that continues to face competitive pressures from neighboring jurisdictions and evolving consumer behavior. The mixed performance across gaming categories highlights the importance of diversification for operators seeking to maintain revenue stability in regional markets.