How Much Does Medical Marijuana Cost?
As patients prepare for their first trip to a medical marijuana dispensary, many are unsure of how much product they should buy and what they should expect in terms of medical marijuana cost.
Therefore, it’s important to understand the factors that affect pricing of medical marijuana, the increments in which its sold, and the average cost per strain depending on the amount.
Here’s everything you need to know about the medical marijuana cost in the US, and Maryland in particular.
In What Increments is Medical Marijuana Sold?
Most medical marijuana dispensaries sell marijuana flower as fractions of an ounce. Here’s some information that can give patients a better idea of these increments:
1G = 1 gram
⅛ ounce = 3.5 grams
¼ ounce = 7 grams
½ ounce = 14 grams
1 ounce = 28 grams
How Much Medical Marijuana Will I Need?
The amount of medical marijuana that an individual may wish to buy depends on how often they will be smoking and their recommended dosage. So, for some, a gram of product may last one session, while for other is can last a day or longer.
Patients can keep track of their daily consumption to better guide them on purchasing amounts for their next trip to the dispensary.
Additionally, in most states, individuals can legally purchase and carry up to 1 ounce of medical marijuana.
What’s the Average Medical Marijuana Cost in the US?
While prices can vary according to geographic location, the national averages for medical marijuana prices are as follows:
One Gram: $10-$20
Eighth: $30-$60
Quarter: $50-$120
Half Ounce: $120-$225
Ounce: $170-$375
You may note that the price per gram decreases when larger amounts are purchased.
How Much Does Medical Marijuana Cost in Maryland?
A number of factors can affect the price of medical marijuana including its potency (based on the percentage of cannabinoids), freshness (can be detected by smell and visual inspection), and quality and size of buds.
At Dispensary Works in Maryland, our prices are on par with national averages for high-quality medical marijuana. Here’s a range of cost per gram and eighth of cannabis flower categorized by strain.
Indica – 1 gram: $16 to $19
⅛ ounce: $40 to $55
Sativa – 1 gram: $16
⅛ ounce: $30 to $50
Hybrid – 1 gram: $16 to $18
⅛ ounce: $40 to $60
For additional information about the cost of medical marijuana in the US and Maryland, please contact our dispensary today.
