Casinos Provide Higher Concentration of Jobs than Most Think

Casino News - July 24th, 2009 - Written by Bruce

In the receding economy, many are concerned about jobs. Factories are closing, shops are shutting their doors, and small businesses are deteriorating. Despite tough times, casinos have seen steady employment and, despite falling revenues, continue to provide jobs for hundreds of thousands of employees around the nation.

According to the American Gaming Association, more than 375,000 people were employed in the casino industry. They claim that this is more direct employees than the American automobile industry, cellular phone companies, and computer software makers. As other businesses falter, it would seem casinos will maintain a strong labor force that is continuously boosting our gross domestic product.

The American Gaming Association has also found that the casino workforce is regularly on the rise, adding members to their payrolls regularly. Over $14 billion dollars were collected in wages from casino employees last year, and this number may continue to rise. Tips do, however, make up a large portion of a dealer's income, so if people cut their voluntary spending, dealer's may see a dip in income.

Casino employment is apparently gratifying, and many are regularly trying to break into the industry. Atlantic City casinos have been threatened with a strike recently, but with an overwhelming number of out of work dealers, they might have no problem recouping their losses and continuing business as usual.

Keep in mind that these people are skilled workers, and not every body can keep a game flowing as well as your local dealer. Next time you sit at a table, be it in a casino or poker room, remember to regularly tip your dealer when they give you a winning hand.