Everyone knows that Nevada and gaming are synonymous. Gaming was legalized in Nevada in 1931 and since then the state has become a major tourist destination for those seeking to strike it rich. From the cities like Las Vegas to the rural towns, gaming is almost everywhere throughout the state. Nye County also has many establishments where one can try their luck. This includes casinos, as well as bars, grocery and convenience stores, and other retail establishments. Gaming is a profitable industry that brings both jobs and income to our communities. As an industry, it cannot be overlooked.

The following pictures represent just a few of Nye County's gaming establishments.

The Nevada Gaming Commission and the State Gaming Control Board regulate gaming in the State of Nevada. Rules for conduct and regulation are set forth in the Nevada Revised Statutes.

For Information on gaming regulations or licensing:

  State Gaming Control Board
  555 East Washington Avenue
  Suite 2600
  Las Vegas, NV 89101
  702-486-2000
  702-486-2045 fax

The following charts represent the taxable revenue, for those locations with nonrestricted gaming licenses, generated by gaming both in the state of Nevada and within Nye County. While prominent areas like Las Vegas and Reno bring in the majority of the taxable gaming revenue for the state, Nye County still brings in a fair amount, over 67 million in 2006. The drop in gaming revenue in 2001 is contributed to the September 11, 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center. However in 2002 the revenue started to climb once again, though for a couple years the increase was not as significant. In Nye County the revenue did not drop in any year but the increase leveled off for a couple years following the attack.