5 States with the Highest Weed Consumption in the US

In this article, we are going to discuss the 5 states with the highest weed consumption in the US. If you want to check out our detailed analysis of the cannabis industry in the United States and the rapidly expanding cannabis-infused beverages segment, head to 20 States with the Highest Weed Consumption in the US.

5. Washington

Prevalence of Marijuana Use: 21.07%

Reaffirming the importance of the medicinal benefits of marijuana, a new law recently took effect in Washington removing the requirement for patients with a medical cannabis card to pay the 37% excise tax, reportedly the highest cannabis tax in the country. The Evergreen State collected $465 million in excise taxes alone from the sale of weed products in fiscal year 2023.

With an average price per ounce of around $234 for high-quality weed, Washington is included among the States with the Cheapest Weed in America.