Nevada gaming revenue for the first quarter of 2023 has set a new record. It reached $3.82bn, just shading out the previous record of $3.81bn reached in the final quarter of 2022. State-wide gaming revenue hit $1bn for the 25th consecutive month in March.
gaming revenue is now up almost 8% for the year so far
According to Nevada Gaming Commission data, gaming revenue is now up almost 8% for the year so far compared to 2022. Slot machines still are the biggest form of gaming income for properties, while sportsbooks handled $830m during the first quarter, yielding a return of nearly $44m for operators.
The record came despite a dip last month as statewide revenue fell 3% year-on-year in March. Significant losses at baccarat tables are a key reason for the drop-off. However, the win total in March 2022 was also the second-largest in Nevada history, which makes it a difficult comparison metric.
Visitor numbers to Las Vegas remain strong, with 4.9 million passengers flying into Harry Reid International Airport last month. This was an increase of almost 16% year-on-year and the second-highest monthly passenger total in history.