Casinos and Lotteries Generate $65.2 Million in Mexico State Taxes
Mexico.- 8 October 2026 | www.zonadeazar.com Casinos, lotteries, raffles, draws and competitions generated MXN1.173 billion, equivalent to approximately $65.2 million, in tax revenue for the State of Mexico between 2024 and July 2026.
The figures relate to the state’s Tax on Lotteries, Raffles, Draws and Competitions and were reported by the State of Mexico Finance Ministry.
Casinos Contributed MXN539.6 Million
Betting activity at casinos generated MXN539.627 million over the period.
The annual breakdown was:
- 2024: MXN227.514 million.
- 2025: MXN217.214 million.
- January-July 2026: MXN94.899 million.
Lotteries and Draws Generated More
The largest share of revenue came from betting linked to lotteries, raffles, draws and competitions.
This segment contributed MXN632.985 million between 2024 and July 2026.
Annual Breakdown
Revenue from lotteries, raffles, draws and competitions was divided as follows:
- 2024: MXN259.324 million.
- 2025: MXN244.778 million.
- January-July 2026: MXN128.882 million.
More Than MXN1.2 Million Per Day
On average, the tax generated close to MXN1.24 million per day for the State of Mexico over the period analysed.
The figure highlights the fiscal contribution made by gaming and lottery activities to state revenues.
Tax on Prizes
The framework also applies a 6% tax to the value of prizes won.
The organiser is responsible for withholding the tax and transferring it to the relevant authority.
The obligation can also apply when a winning ticket has not been sold.
Prizes Without a Declared Value
The Finance Ministry said that when prizes are distributed free of charge, do not carry an expressed value or are assigned a value below their actual worth, tax is calculated on the full value of the prizes.
The provision establishes a common tax base across different promotional and lottery formats.
State-Level, Not Federal Revenue
The figures relate exclusively to the State of Mexico.
The $65.2 million total therefore does not represent all casino and lottery tax revenue collected across Mexico nationally.
Market Context
Mexico’s gaming and betting sector continues to face greater fiscal and regulatory scrutiny.
Authorities have also stepped up oversight of online operators, financial compliance and potential irregularities involving betting platforms during 2026.
Next Steps or Impact
The figures demonstrate that casinos, lotteries and draws represent a meaningful source of tax revenue for the State of Mexico.
With more than MXN1.17 billion collected since 2024, the sector’s performance is likely to remain under close fiscal and regulatory attention.
Editó: @fonta
