The USA is typically one of the top countries in many areas, and gambling has become one of them. Since the “betting and gambling” revolution that took place a few years ago, the country has become one of the leaders, as shown in the statistics.
Considering the changes in the US gaming industry, Nostrabet.com found interesting statistics about Americans’ thoughts on gaming in 2025. It seems like more Americans embrace the economic impact on the gaming industry because 57% took part in gambling in some form. This is truly impressive and significantly higher than most of us expected.
It probably comes as no surprise that this is just one of the many statistics we want to share with you based on AGA’s report, so let’s dive in.
The Embracing of the Gaming Industry in the US
Moving on to the impressive statistics about the gaming industry in the US, it appears that roughly 30% of all adults gambled at a physical casino in the past year. This may come as a surprise, but we must remind you that Las Vegas is located in the United States. This place has become a gathering hub for casino players all over the world, so it’s no surprise that so many gamblers visit it domestically.
In terms of sports betting, 21% have answered that they have placed a bet. While the percentage does seem high, we expected it to be even higher, considering the situation with sports betting. Nowadays, the activity is legal in many parts of the country, so we would not be surprised if the percentage is even higher in the future.
Speaking of embracing the gaming industry, the stats about that are impressive. It seems like 9 out of 10 Americans find casino gambling acceptable not only for themselves, but for others. These stats are shocking yet intriguing because gambling has always been polarizing. Even in places such as the UK, where this industry is very developed, many people from the community are not fans of this business.
Additionally, 62% find gambling to be personally acceptable. This means that, in most situations, people are okay with gambling.
Around 53% of the entire US population (close to 134M) have visited a casino either for gambling or entertainment purposes in the last year. It may not seem that impressive, but this is the highest level of casino visitation on record.
Americans Appreciate Casinos
An interesting fact is that around 89% of people who visited a casino believe that the entertainment it provides is innovative. What’s even more impressive is that 90% believe that casinos actually offer pretty good value for money. We can’t say we are surprised because some of the big casinos in the US offer all kinds of things. Alongside the different games that you can play, there is usually at least one bar, various performances, and all kinds of other propositions.
Gaming’s Success for the US Economy
Perhaps the biggest reason why many Americans appreciate the gaming industry is that they recognize its significant impact on the economy. According to the stats, around 77% of Americans believe that this business has a positive impact on the economy as a whole. This is particularly important because, as we are aware, the country’s financial situation is currently not at its best.
It is interesting that the percentage of people who believe that this industry is positive for business has grown over the years. Based on statistics from 2019, around 55% of people believed this, after which the percentage jumped to 70% in 2020. The next couple of years were relatively stable, and the stats for today are around 77%.
Around 85% say that casinos have a positive impact in terms of entertainment and dining options for certain areas. 86 % of Americans believe that casinos increase tourism, and 82% think that the industry generates jobs and investments. The latter is very true because there are numerous people who are employed in one way or another.
Speaking of jobs, the same percentage of people mentioned above also agree that the industry has good-paying jobs. Croupiers, dealers, security, managers, bartenders and all kinds of other jobs are created around casinos. Some of them may not have such a high hourly rate (although croupiers earn up to $26 per hour), but as the industry grows, salaries increase as well.
Good to know
Regarding the impact of gambling on the US economy, we should note some key statistics. Reports indicate that the gaming industry contributes over $329B each year. On top of that, this business supports more than 1.8M jobs, a really impressive number. Aside from casino staff and gaming operators, this number also includes many other industries that are somehow related to gambling.
Casinos in the US play a significant role in generating state and local tax revenue. Because of the money it generates, it helps fund public education, infrastructure projects and even community development programs. In fact, it is safe to say that gambling has revitalized local economies in some parts of the country.
The Support for Sports Betting is Still High
Casinos have always had a special role for many Americans, but the situation with sports betting is different. It is something that many people enjoy, but since it was illegal in many parts of the country until recently, not that many supported it.
It seems that things are changing, as the statistics are clear. 74% of all Americans say that they are in favor of legal and regulated sports betting in their state. This comes following a huge wave of legislative changes in many states that led to the legislation of this industry.
Nowadays, Americans can bet legally on sports in 38 states, as well as Washington D.C. and Puerto Rico. We expect this number to increase significantly soon, as the demand for participation in the action is growing. On top of that, the US welcomes more new online bookmakers than ever before.
The Rise of Digital Betting Platforms
We already mentioned that online sports betting in the US is enormous and it will keep getting more popular as time goes on. The 2018 Supreme Court decision that lifted the federal ban opened the door for action, resulting in tons of sites. Alongside their advanced desktop platforms, many of these businesses also started investing in mobile apps.
The applications have made everything easier and allow fans to place bets wherever they are. Aside from that, many of the apps also have fantasy betting and offer in-play options. Many bookmakers also decided to focus heavily on their bonus section and allow people to choose tons of promos.Responsible Gambling in the US
One of the drawbacks of the rapid growth of the gambling sector is that many people develop different problems. Since more Americans interact with the industry than before, they are also aware that there are issues and recognize that sites are doing what they can to address them.
In fact, 64% of all Americans say that the gaming industry wants to help with responsible gambling and the issues that people could face. This percentage is pretty impressive because the study in 2018 shows that only 40% of people believed this.
Moving on with the interesting stats, around 72% of all Americans say they have encountered responsible gambling messages in the last year. Everyone who’s been involved in this industry one way or another won’t be surprised by this. All sites and physical gambling venues display warnings and/or other information about potential issues. Just for comparison, this percentage was 56% in 2022.
The Future of the Gambling Industry in America
There is no denying that the United States is a powerhouse in the global gambling industry. Tech, regulations and the public’s attitude are changing, and all of them allow this industry to thrive. We expect the next couple of years to bring major advancements in how Americans experience gaming (both online and offline).
One of the changes that we expect to see soon is the shift towards cashless payments. This is happening online, but many of the land-based casinos continue to prefer cash payments. As technology continues to evolve, we anticipate that more gaming companies will adapt. We won’t be surprised if AI also starts having a crucial role in the sector.
Conclusion
Nostrabet’s research and the data from AGA reveal just how far the US has come when it comes to gambling. Once viewed with skepticism, gambling is now regarded as an important economic contributor. It is also an important sector that brings entertainment value and creates jobs. As a result, more and more Americans not only support the industry, they also appreciate its role in everything.
We firmly believe that the US gambling industry will continue to improve itself and become more popular.. Considering the shift in how people perceive things and the fact that the country remains the world’s strongest economy, more and more people will become involved.
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