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Casino Employment Projections Until 2034

According to a recent report from OysterLink based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the employment landscape for the U.S. gambling industry is set to experience minimal changes through the year 2034. The analysis reveals that the total employment in casino and gambling services is projected to slightly decrease, moving from approximately 150,600 workers in 2024 to about 150,100 in 2034. This reflects a net loss of only around 500 jobs, resulting in a stagnant growth rate of 0% over the decade.

Steady Hiring Despite Stagnation

While this might suggest a bleak future for job seekers in the gaming sector, the broader narrative paints a different picture. OysterLink anticipates roughly 21,800 job openings each year in the industry. However, these opportunities will not stem from new positions being created, but rather from retirements, shifts in careers, and the normal ebb and flow of workforce turnover. Thus, even in a flat market, casino employers are expected to maintain consistent hiring practices.

Detailed Employment Outlook

Here's a breakdown of the projected changes in employment for various roles within the gambling services sector from 2024 to 2034:

• - Gambling Managers: Expected to increase from 5,100 to 5,200 (+1%).
• - First-line Supervisors of Gambling Workers: Anticipated rise from 32,500 to 33,100 (+2%).
• - Gambling Dealers: A decrease from 88,700 to 88,100 (-1%).
• - Sports Book Writers and Runners: Expected to drop from 8,200 to 7,700 (-6%).
• - All Other Gambling Service Workers: A slight decline from 16,100 to 16,000 (-1%).

In total, gambling service workers will remain nearly constant at around 150,100 employees by 2034.

Salary Insights

OysterLink's wage analysis reveals that casino jobs continue to provide a broad spectrum of earning potential. Frontline service positions typically yield salaries ranging from the low to mid-$30,000s, while management roles can command over $100,000 per year, with top earners exceeding $165,000 annually.

Even with an overall stagnant job situation, the predicted annual openings showcase a continuous demand for hiring across casino floors, sportsbook operations, and gaming-related hospitality venues. The primary drivers for this continued hiring will be workforce turnover instead of expansion within the industry.

Impact of Online Wagering

As the growth of online and mobile wagering progresses, there has been a noticeable reduction in demand for certain in-person gaming roles. Nevertheless, stronger opportunities remain in supervisory, surveillance, and managerial positions, which necessitate human oversight and are not easily automatable.

OysterLink Co-founder and General Manager Milos Eric commented, "Evaluating job growth by merely looking at the total employment numbers doesn't encapsulate the entire workforce narrative. Our findings indicate that there are thousands of job openings every year alongside strong salary prospects in leadership roles. Careers in casinos are evolving, becoming more specialized and focused on advancement."

About OysterLink

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