Virginia bettors wagered $510.2 million in August 2025, up 22.4% from last year. Operators reported $58.3 million in adjusted gross revenue, producing $8.7 million in state taxes.
Bettors won 12.33% of wagers overall, showing a solid hold for sportsbooks. These figures point to a steady late-summer lift as the fall sports calendar approached.
By the Numbers: Handle, Revenue, Taxes
Mobile betting again carried the market. Wagers placed on phones and VA sports betting apps totaled $506.2 million, while in-person bets at retail books added $3.9 million. Bettors claimed $447.2 million in winnings across the month, leaving sportsbooks with $58.3 million in adjusted revenue after permitted deductions.
Ten licensed operators posted positive adjusted results, reflecting a competitive but healthy market.
Virginia sports betting is taxed on adjusted gross revenue at 15%. Of each tax dollar collected, 97.5% goes to the state’s General Fund, and 2.5% supports the Problem Gambling Treatment and Support Fund. In August, that formula produced $8.7 million in sports wagering taxes, funding both core state priorities and responsible-gaming services.
August’s operator performance was also aided by a balanced slate of betting opportunities. Baseball, international soccer, preseason football, and futures markets all contributed to steady activity.
The data shows continued strength in mobile betting, which now represents the overwhelming share of total handle and underscores how Virginians prefer to place their bets.
What Drove August’s Results—and What’s Next
Seasonal trends matter. August sits on the cusp of the busiest time of year for Virginia sportsbooks. With the NFL and college football seasons arriving in September, bettors often begin placing futures and preseason wagers, and operators roll out targeted sign-up and re-engagement offers.
That helps explain the year-over-year growth of 22.4%, even before the full fall schedule kicks in.
Month to month, August was also a step up from midsummer levels. July betting in Virginia came in around $429 million, so August’s $510.2 million handle marked a clear rebound as sports menus expanded and promotions picked up.
The hold of 12.33% suggests books priced markets effectively during a period with fewer heavy favorites and more variable preseason outcomes.
Looking ahead, September and October typically bring higher volumes with football in full swing and baseball playoffs starting. If operators maintain disciplined promotions and pricing, adjusted revenue and tax collections should remain strong.
Continued attention to responsible gambling will also be key as more casual fans return for football season. For bettors, the numbers are a reminder to set limits, shop lines across licensed apps, and focus on value rather than chasing streaks.
