Maryland’s sports wagering market generated approximately $9.1 million in state contributions during September 2026, a decrease of about 32.5% from the $13.47 million generated in September 2025, despite a slight increase in total wagers.
Sports bettors wagered $652.2 million in September 2026, compared to $650.97 million during the same month last year. Bettors won back approximately $593.7 million this September, up from $577.9 million in September 2025.
Sportsbook operators retained 9% of wagers in September 2026, compared to 11.2% a year earlier.
Of the $9.1 million contributed to the state in September 2026, approximately $6.89 million went to the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Fund, which supports public education, down from $10.18 million in September 2025. An additional $2.21 million went to Maryland’s General Fund, compared to $3.29 million last year.
Despite the year-over-year decline in September contributions, Maryland sports wagering has generated nearly $24.6 million for the state during the first three months of Fiscal Year 2027.
