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This past month, Iowa casinos had difficulty keeping pace with their July revenue, falling 0.4% from $144.7 million to $144.2 million.
Though revenue was down slightly, a couple of casinos had excellent months.
Key takeaways
- Iowa casino revenue was down 0.4% in August.
- Revenue fell from $144.7 million to $144.2 million.
- Wild Rose Emmetsburg was the sole casino to post double-digit growth.
- Online casinos could’ve brought Iowa an estimated $54 million in July.
Wild Rose casino trio posted positive revenue numbers in August
Wild Rose Emmetsburg put together a fantastic month in August. The casino’s revenue rose 15%, making it the property to post double-digit revenue growth.
The casino’s two sister properties, Wild Rose Jefferson and Wild Rose Clinton, also posted positive numbers in August, making it a standout month for Wild Rose.
According to the latest Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission data, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sioux City also had a great month. Its revenue rose from $7.3 million to $7.9 million, a 7.8% increase over Iowa’s July 2024 gaming revenue are available in only seven states.
