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Tunica

Northern MS Gaming

5+
Casinos
50+
Open Jobs
10+
Employers
5.6
CasinoComp Score
CasinoComp Market Scores
Job Market
4/10

Open listings density & volume vs market size

Casino Density
7/10

Properties per market — more options, more movement

Wage Index
4/10

Median wages vs national gaming average ($55k)

Growth Signal
3/10

Expansion activity, new licenses, capital investment

Cost of Living
10/10

Affordability (10 = most affordable)

Market Intelligence

Market Overview

Tunica was once the third-largest gaming market in the US; it has since contracted but maintains five major casino resorts. Gold Strike (MGM), Hollywood Casino, Harlow's, and Horseshoe (now live) continue operating. The market serves Memphis (45 min north) and is notable for its extremely low cost of living and veteran gaming workforce.

Relocation Notes

Tunica County offers the lowest cost of living of any casino market in the US. For experienced gaming professionals, it provides an affordable base with solid operational experience at established MGM and Caesars properties.

Key Fact

At its peak in the 1990s, Tunica was the third-largest gaming market in the US, behind only Las Vegas and Atlantic City.

License: Mississippi Gaming Commission license required. Processing typically 30–45 days.

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