Rhode Island sports and iGaming wagering rose 14% year on year to $187.4m in May 2026, according to reported market figures. iGaming wagers increased 21% to $155.8m, while sports handle fell 11% to $31.6m; total revenue from both sectors rose 9% to $8.9m.
The figures show operators a shift towards iGaming as sports handle declined in Rhode Island during May.
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The Rhode Island Lottery recorded sales of $26.7 million in May, reportedly its strongest month of 2026 so far. Sales were 2% higher than in May 2025.
Rhode Island land-based casino revenue fell 2% year on year in May to $57.6m, reportedly.
Rhode Island Lottery sales fell 15% year on year to $24.5 million in September, reportedly.
Rhode Island Lottery sales fell 15% year on year to $24.5m in September.
The Rhode Island Lottery recorded a 6% year-on-year rise in sales in June, reaching $25.4 million, according to a report.
Maryland sports wagering rose 30% in June to $523.3 million, reportedly as soccer betting increased during the FIFA World Cup.