How much does a casino manager make?
a year · about $45 an hour
A typical casino manager in the United States makes $93,220 a year, about $45 an hour, about 1.8× a typical US worker (median, May 2025, US Bureau of Labor Statistics).
What do they do?
Casino managers walk the gaming floor, check that dealers follow house rules, and watch for cheating or problems. They schedule and train staff, resolve guest complaints, and keep track of cash and game activity.
Did you know? Applicants for U.S. gambling-work licenses typically face an extensive background check and drug test, and the minimum age differs by state.
Is that a lot?
Compared with jobs you knowIf 100 people had this job
Most earn between $55,960 and $164,350How do you become one?
In the U.S., finish high school; some employers prefer college study in casino or hospitality management. Meet your state’s age and license rules, then build several years of casino experience, often moving from dealer to supervisor to manager.
School needed: High school plus some training
Good for people who like leading and selling and keeping things organized
Why does pay differ?
In the U.S., pay can differ with experience and responsibility: managing a whole shift is different from overseeing slots or table games. It also varies by location and employer type. Casinos run around the clock, so schedules can include nights, weekends, or holidays.
Where does it pay most?
Highest in Texas ($106,670), lowest in Nebraska ($61,360).
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Data table and sources
| Lower earner (10th from bottom) | Typical person (median) | Higher earner (10th from top) | People in this job |
|---|---|---|---|
| $55,960 | $93,220 | $164,350 | about 5,000 |
| State | Typical person (median) | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | $106,670 | about 60 |
| Washington | $106,450 | about 130 |
| Kentucky | $105,340 | about 30 |
| New York | $102,350 | about 180 |
| Michigan | $101,860 | about 190 |
Official definition: Plan, direct, or coordinate gambling operations in a casino. May formulate house rules.
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 (bls.gov); descriptions and related jobs from O*NET 31.0. Figures as of May 2025, full-time yearly pay (hourly × 2,080 hours). bls.gov/oes · O*NET OnLine
Pages used for the text
- www.bls.gov/ooh/personal-care-and-service/gaming-services-occupations.htm
- www.onetonline.org/link/details/11-9071.00
- www.bls.gov/oes/2023/may/oes119071.htm
- www.bls.gov/oes/2025/may/oessrci.htm
Data: US BLS OEWS, May 2025 · 1 USD = 150 JPY