Massachusetts marijuana sales have surpassed $1.45 billion in 2026, bringing the state’s combined recreational and medical marijuana sales to approximately $11.86 billion since the launch of legal sales, according to new data released Wednesday by the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission.
The latest figures, covering sales through October 18, show that licensed recreational marijuana retailers have generated approximately $1.34 billion this year, while medical marijuana treatment centers have recorded another $112.8 million. Together, the two markets have generated approximately $1.45 billion in sales with more than two months remaining in the year.
Since Massachusetts began recording legal marijuana sales in November 2018, recreational businesses have generated approximately $10.19 billion, while medical marijuana sales have totaled $1.67 billion. Combined, the two markets have produced approximately $11.86 billion in revenue, making Massachusetts one of the nation’s largest legal marijuana markets.
Recreational marijuana sales remained strong throughout 2026, with July recording the highest monthly total so far this year at $149.4 million. August followed with $145.3 million, while September generated $139.3 million. Sales during the first 18 days of October reached approximately $83.9 million, putting the recreational market on pace for another month exceeding $100 million.
The Commission’s latest weekly figures also show recreational marijuana retailers generated approximately $31.5 million between October 12 and October 18. Marijuana flower accounted for the largest share of sales, with approximately $11.96 million, followed by vape products at $7.14 million and raw pre-rolls at $4.06 million.
The latest figures come less than two weeks before Massachusetts voters decide Question 8 in the November 3 election. The proposal would repeal the state’s regulated recreational marijuana retail market while maintaining its medical marijuana program. If approved, the repeal would take effect January 1, 2028.
However, recent polling indicates that the proposal faces substantial opposition. A Suffolk University/Boston Globe survey released October 20 found that just 21.4% of likely voters support Question 8, compared with 71.4% who oppose it.
