Money Nevada is tops in gambling spending, but what’s the lottery, casino tab in other states? April 7, 2019Grant Suneson, 24/7 Wall StreetComments Off on Nevada is tops in gambling spending, but what’s the lottery, casino tab in other states? Americans spend about $261 in casinos and on lottery tickets. Nevadans spend the most, $5,000 per adult. Rhode Island leads in lottery spending.