New Jersey's gaming sector has once again surpassed the $500 million threshold in February, achieving a total revenue of $520.8 million. This figure represents a 7.4% increase from the $484.8 million reported during the same month last year, as per the data released by the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement.
This achievement marks the twelfth month in a row that the state's total gaming revenue has exceeded $500 million, with online gambling continuing to be a significant driver of growth in the industry.
During February, internet gaming alone generated $251.8 million, reflecting a remarkable 21.2% increase from $207.8 million in February of the previous year. This segment has consistently contributed over $250 million for five consecutive months and continues to outperform traditional casino revenues.
Regulatory officials noted that adverse weather conditions late in the month played a role in the overall revenue figures. James Plousis, Chairman of the New Jersey Casino Control Commission, stated, “Due to a blizzard affecting the region in late February, Atlantic City casinos experienced a slight decrease in monthly winnings.”
He further highlighted that internet gaming revenue saw double-digit growth in February, surpassing $250 million for the fifth consecutive month. Year-to-date, online gaming revenue has exceeded $500 million at a faster pace than any previous year.
Plousis emphasized the crucial role of online casinos in maintaining overall revenue growth, noting that the total gaming revenue has remained above the $500 million mark for an entire year.
In contrast, land-based casinos reported $202.9 million in revenue for February, which is a minor decline of 0.3% from $203.5 million in the same month last year. Severe winter weather conditions limited foot traffic, impacting in-person gambling activities across the state.
Jane Bokunewicz, the faculty director at Stockton University’s Lloyd D. Levenson Institute of Gaming, Hospitality and Tourism, mentioned that the harsher winter compared to previous years contributed to the drop in physical casino revenue. She noted that these conditions likely prompted more players to turn to online gaming platforms.
“The same weather that may have hindered brick-and-mortar revenues likely provided a slight boost to internet gaming,” she explained. “Although this increase wasn’t sufficient to surpass the record internet gaming revenue of December 2025, it did result in a fourth consecutive month where online gaming revenues outpaced those of traditional casinos.”
The disparity between online and in-person gaming was particularly noticeable in February, with internet revenue exceeding casino earnings by nearly $50 million. Conversely, revenue from sports betting saw a decline, totaling $66 million, which is a 10.3% drop from $73.6 million a year prior. Total wagers also fell by 14.4%, dropping to $846.4 million from $988.9 million in February 2025.
Bokunewicz noted that expectations for strong Super Bowl betting did not materialize into higher returns for operators, as both betting volume and revenue decreased compared to the previous year. She also mentioned that it remains uncertain whether new alternatives, such as prediction markets, influenced this outcome.
At the individual property level, Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa led the market in in-person revenue with $53.7 million, reflecting a 7.7% increase year-over-year. Hard Rock Atlantic City reported $35.9 million, down 14.2%, while Ocean Casino Resort earned $35.4 million, up 9.4%. Slot machines generated $152 million in revenue, compared to $50 million from table games.
Tax revenue from gaming activities saw a significant increase. “Gaming tax collections for February 2026 totaled $84,406,413, which is over 58% higher than the $53,325,315 collected in February 2025,” Bokunewicz stated.