North Carolina betting handle posts nearly 24% November gain

The November 2025 North Carolina sports betting market showed strong growth and a great deal of potential for further development.

The state’s betting handle for the month was $813.97 million, which is a huge 23.8% increase over November 2024’s $657.7 million figure. The handle was quite stable in comparison to the previous month, just over $811.4 million.

The revenue also reports increases, having gone up by 19% both year-on-year (from $78.1 million to $92.9 million) & compared to the month before.

Sports betting tax revenues in North Carolina increased 19%, increasing from $14.1 million to $16.7 million.

According to the latest figures from the North Carolina State Lottery Commission, promotional handle reached $22.3 million, up from $19 million in November 2024.

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With 3 years of experience in iGaming, I focus on producing content that helps readers make sense of developments across the sector. My work includes interviews with industry professionals, regional market analysis, affiliate industry developments, and detailed reviews. With a particular interest in how iGaming is evolving and where it’s headed next, my degree in English and Communication has shaped how I approach writing, especially when it comes to making complex topics easy to follow.

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