Mississippi Casino Revenue Drops 9% in September
Casino revenue in Mississippi declined by 9% in September compared to August, totaling just over $190.67 million.
Mississippi Casino Revenue Declines in September
September marked the third time in 2024 that Mississippi casino revenue fell below $200 million, with declines seen across all three gaming regions: Central, Coastal, and Northern.
The Coastal region led with $126.24 million in revenue, while Northern casinos generated $39.48 million, and Central region casinos brought in $24.95 million.
Casino revenue in Mississippi has fluctuated in 2024, peaking at $235.1 million in March and dipping to a low of $180.3 million in January. Industry analysts anticipate further declines in October and November, with a potential rebound expected in December based on historical trends.
September 2024 revenue was also down year-over-year, falling 9.20% compared to $209.99 million in September 2023.
Will December Bring a Trend Reversal?
Based on historical trends, casino revenue in Mississippi typically sees an uptick in December. Will this pattern hold true again?
It’s hard to predict, as 2024 has seen an overall decline in Mississippi’s casino revenue, with September marking the third month this year that revenue fell below the $200 million threshold.
There is no guarantee that December will reverse this trend, although local casinos are certainly hoping for a positive shift.
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