Detroits three commercial gambling establishments generated a remarkable $101.4 million in October, with athletic wagering contributing a substantial $7.6 million. This comes as the Michigan Gaming Control Board recently approved the renewal of each casino’s permit for the following year.
Athletic wagering revenue experienced a significant surge, increasing by 72.7% from September, which marked the state’s initial full month of regulated athletic betting. The state’s retail athletic betting scene commenced on March 11th, but was forced to close due to the pandemic. They ultimately reopened in August.
MGM Grand Detroit remains the dominant force in athletic wagering, attracting $3.7 million, followed by MotorCity Casino at $2.2 million and Greektown Casino at $1.7 million.
The three gambling establishments collectively paid $287,166 in state taxes for retail athletic betting in October, along with $350,980 in Detroit city taxes.