Columbus, OH – During the third quarter of 2025, from July 1 through Sept. 30, total wagering was slightly down and purses increased for harness racing in the U.S.
The $362,026,274 wagered during July through September was $4,870,186 (1.33%) less than the $366,896,460 bet during that period in 2024.
During the third quarter, purses increased by 3.67% with the $193,168,753 distributed this year being $7,092,740 more than the $186,076,013 last year.
The per race betting average also was slightly lower, $34,647 this year compared to $35,130, a 1.89% decrease.
The number of race days and wagering per race were basically flat.
There were 25 less race days this year, 817 vs. 842, a 0.05% decrease.
The $4,730 wagered per betting interest was only $20 less than the average of $4,750 in 2024 during the third quarter.
ECONOMIC INDICATORS ON U.S. RACES – July 1 through Sept. 30, 2025
2025 vs 2024 – 3rd Quarter
| 2025 | 2024 | % Change | |
| Total Wagered | $362,026,274 | $366,896,460 | – 1.33% |
| Per Race avg. | $34,647 | $35,130 | – 1.89% |
| Per Betting Interest | $4,730 | $4,750 | 0.00% |
| Purses | $193,168,753 | $186,076,013 | + 3.67% |
| Race Days | 1,164 | 1,135 | + 0.05% |
Please note: The information above includes U.S. and Canadian common and separate pool wagers on races contested in the U.S.