NAICS 713210 Quarterly Industry Report
Casinos (except Casino Hotels)
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NAICS Code: 713210Sector: Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation (71)Updated: Q1 2026
About This Report
Fair Market Value compiles this NAICS 713210 industry report using data from the U.S. Census Bureau[6], the Bureau of Labor Statistics[5], and the Small Business Administration[7]. Our research team analyzes gaming win per unit, table drop, and slot hold percentages to build valuation benchmarks for casino operations. This report on NAICS 713210 is updated quarterly to reflect gaming revenue trends and regulatory developments across licensed jurisdictions.
Industry Snapshot
Key metrics for the casinos (except casino hotels) industry.
Industry Definition & Overview
Casinos (except Casino Hotels) (NAICS 713210) encompasses establishments primarily engaged in operating gambling facilities that offer table games, slot machines, electronic gaming devices, and sports wagering without providing on-site hotel accommodations. These standalone casinos generate revenue from gaming win (the mathematical advantage retained from player wagers), food and beverage sales, entertainment programming, and loyalty rewards programs designed to drive repeat visitation.
Slot machines and electronic gaming devices produce the majority of floor revenue at most casinos, requiring lower labor costs per unit of revenue than table games. Table games including blackjack, roulette, craps, baccarat, and poker generate higher per-square-foot revenue in premium gaming markets. Sports wagering through on-site sportsbooks has expanded following the 2018 Supreme Court ruling that enabled state-level legalization. Tribal gaming operations, which fall under separate sovereign regulatory frameworks, represent a major share of standalone casino properties.
State gaming commissions regulate casino licensing, game rules, and revenue reporting requirements. The Census Bureau[4] tracks gambling industry revenue within the recreation sector. Most Bureau of Labor Statistics[5] reports employment for dealers, pit bosses, surveillance operators, and floor managers. Casino concentrations exist in Las Vegas, Atlantic City, Mississippi Gulf Coast, and tribal lands across the Midwest, Pacific Northwest, and Eastern states. Riverboat and racino formats expand the geographic footprint into markets where standalone land-based casinos face regulatory restrictions.
What's Included in This Industry
- Slot machine and electronic gaming device operations
- Table game dealing and pit management
- Sports wagering and sportsbook operations
- Poker room tournament and cash game management
- Player loyalty and rewards program administration
- Casino food and beverage outlet management
- Entertainment and special event programming
- Gaming floor security and surveillance operations
- Cage and credit operations management
- Regulatory compliance and gaming license maintenance
NAICS Classification Hierarchy
| Level | Description | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Sector | Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation | 71 |
| Subsector | Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries | 713 |
| Industry Group | Gambling Industries | 7132 |
| NAICS Industry | Casinos (except Casino Hotels) | 71321 |
| National Industry | Casinos (except Casino Hotels) | 713210 |
Related NAICS Codes
| Code | Description | Relationship |
|---|---|---|
| 713290 | Other Gambling Industries | Other gambling operations including lottery retailers and off-track betting share the wagering customer base but operate under different regulatory frameworks |
| 711212 | Racetracks | Racetracks with racino licenses operate gaming floors alongside racing, creating hybrid properties that compete directly with standalone casinos |
| 721120 | Casino Hotels | Casino hotels combine gaming floors with guest rooms and resort amenities, representing the primary competitive format in destination gaming markets |
| 722511 | Full-Service Restaurants | Full-service restaurants operate within casinos as complimentary and revenue dining venues that support player retention and loyalty programs |
| 334310 | Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing | Gaming device manufacturers produce the slot machines, electronic table games, and systems technology that casinos purchase and lease for floor operations |
| 561612 | Security Guards and Patrol Services | Security guard services supplement in-house surveillance teams and provide floor security at casinos during peak periods and special events |
Geographic Concentration
Top states by share of national establishments.
| # | State | % Est. | Total Est. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | 14.3% | 46 |
| 2 | Nevada | 13.7% | 44 |
| 3 | Washington | 11.8% | 38 |
| 4 | Oklahoma | 8.7% | 28 |
| 5 | Illinois | 5.6% | 18 |
| 6 | South Dakota | 5.3% | 17 |
| 7 | North Dakota | 5.3% | 17 |
| 8 | Montana | 5.0% | 16 |
| 9 | Colorado | 3.1% | 10 |
| 10 | Arizona | 2.8% | 9 |
% Of Establishments
0%
14%
Source: County Business Patterns, U.S. Census Bureau[3]
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this industry.
What types of businesses fall under NAICS 713210?
NAICS 713210 covers standalone casino operations without hotel facilities. This includes commercial casinos, tribal gaming operations, riverboat casinos, racinos (racing with slots), and card rooms offering table games and poker.
How is NAICS 713210 different from 721120?
NAICS 713210 covers casinos without on-site hotels, while 721120 covers casino hotels that combine gaming with overnight accommodations and resort services. Standalone casinos serve local markets; casino hotels target overnight destination visitors, per Census Bureau classifications[11].
What is the SBA size standard for casinos?
The SBA sets the size standard for NAICS 713210 at $34 million in average annual receipts. Casinos below this threshold qualify as small businesses for federal programs, per the SBA size standards table[8].
What NAICS codes are related to casinos?
Related codes include 713290 (other gambling), 711212 (racetracks), 721120 (casino hotels), 722511 (restaurants), 334310 (gaming equipment), and 561612 (security services). Each connects through gaming, hospitality, or technology.
What industries are closely related to casinos?
Closely related industries include other gambling (713290), casino hotels (721120), racetracks (711212), food service (722511), and gaming equipment manufacturing (334310).
What activities are included in casino operations?
Activities include slot and table game operations, sports betting, poker rooms, loyalty programs, food service, entertainment, surveillance, cage operations, and regulatory compliance. State gaming commissions oversee licensing and revenue reporting.
Can casinos get SBA loans?
Where are casinos concentrated?
Las Vegas and Atlantic City are the largest commercial gaming markets. Tribal casinos operate in over 30 states, with major concentrations in Connecticut, Michigan, Oklahoma, and California. Riverboat casinos line the Mississippi River and Great Lakes regions, per Census Bureau County Business Patterns[12].
Sources & References
Government datasets and editorial sources used in this report.
- [1]U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages bls.gov
- [2]U.S. Census Bureau, Economic Census census.gov
- [3]U.S. Census Bureau, County Business Patterns census.gov
- [4]Census Bureau data.census.gov
- [5]Bureau of Labor Statistics bls.gov
- [6]U.S. Census Bureau census.gov
- [7]Small Business Administration sba.gov
- [8]SBA size standard sba.gov
- [9]SBA 7(a) loans sba.gov
- [10]SBA 504 loans sba.gov
- [11]Census Bureau classifications census.gov
- [12]Census Bureau County Business Patterns census.gov
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