Licensed marijuana stores and dispensaries in Ohio have generate over $600 million in total sales since August 7, the first day of recreational sales.
According to data released today by the Ohio Division of Cannabis Control, total marijuana sales between August 7 and March 22 reached $608,511,077, including $405,073,581 in recreational sales and $203,437,496 in medical sales.
Since August, there have been 5,511,276 recreational cannabis transactions and 2,164,588 medical transactions.
As of March 22, the average cost per gram of dried flower was $6.92—an increase of $0.01 from the previous week but significantly lower than the $9.40 average in August.
Ohio voters approved recreational marijuana legalization in 2023, with sales beginning in August 7 2024. Adults 21 and older can possess up to 2.5 ounces of marijuana and 15 grams of concentrates, while medical marijuana patients are allowed a 90-day supply, including up to eight ounces of dried marijuana or 26.55 grams of concentrates.
Recreational marijuana purchases are subject to a 10% excise tax, plus Ohio’s 5.75% state sales tax and local taxes ranging from 0.25% to 2.25%. Medical marijuana patients are exempt from the excise tax but must pay state and local sales taxes.
