Nevada Casinos on a Roll

Gaming revenue hit a statewide total in May of $991.6 million, the industry’s best month since February. The Las Vegas Strip generated $860.7 million of it, powering the industry to its third straight month of year-on-year increases.

Nevada gaming revenue was up in May for a third straight month.

Figures released by the state Gaming Control Board show $991.6 million in win, a 3.5 percent increase over May 2016 and the highest monthly total February.

Clark County, which includes the Las Vegas Strip and its environs, accounted for $860.7 million, a 3.5 percent increase. The Strip posed $546.8 million in win, up 3 percent. Downtown Las Vegas was up 9.5 percent to $55.2 million.

May’s performance was boosted by a 13.7 win percentage on table games and an above-average 7 percent win on slot machines.

Baccarat brought in $100.9 million from 28 casinos. Blackjack generated $110.8 million from 147 casinos.