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Detroit’s three commercial casinos reported a combined $114.1 million in adjusted gross revenue during May, according to figures released Tuesday by the Michigan Gaming Control Board.
The total included $113.3 million from table games and slot machines and $781,668 in revenue from retail sports wagering.
While retail revenue improved slightly from a year ago, operators experienced a slowdown compared to April.
Detroit casino revenue rises from last year, falls from April
Table games and slots revenue totaled $113.3 million in May, representing a 0.5% increase from May 2025. However, revenue declined 4.0% month-over-month from April 2026.
Through the first five months of 2026, Detroit casinos generated 1.2% more table games and slots revenue than during the same period last year, indicating continued market stability despite monthly fluctuations.
MGM Grand Detroit maintained its position as the market leader, capturing 46% of May revenue. MotorCity Casino held a 32% market share, while Hollywood Casino at Greektown accounted for the remaining 22%.
MotorCity posts strongest year-over-year growth
MotorCity was the only Detroit casino to record significant annual growth in May.
The property generated $35.6 million in table games and slots revenue, up 4.8% compared to May 2025.
MGM Grand Detroit reported $52.8 million in revenue, down 0.7% year-over-year, while Hollywood Casino at Greektown produced $25 million, a decline of 2.6%.
The properties collectively paid $9.2 million in state gaming taxes during May, slightly above the $9.1 million paid during the same month last year. They also submitted $13.5 million in wagering taxes and development agreement payments to the City of Detroit.
Retail sports wagering revenue continues to slide
Retail sports wagering inside Detroit casinos accepted $7.21 million in wagers during May.
The market generated $799,787 in gross receipts and $781,668 in qualified adjusted gross receipts. Retail sports wagering QAGR declined 39.0% from May 2025 and fell 6.7% compared to April 2026.
MotorCity led all Detroit casinos with $348,912 in retail sports wagering QAGR. Hollywood Casino at Greektown reported $257,362, while MGM Grand Detroit generated $175,394.
The properties paid $29,547 in state sports wagering taxes and contributed an additional $36,113 in wagering taxes to the City of Detroit.
Separately, Michigan fantasy contest operators reported $522,402 in adjusted revenue for April and paid $43,882 in taxes, according to the MGCB.
