Ohio Dispensary Sales Hit $1 Billion in 2025

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Ohio’s marijuana industry reached a major milestone in 2025. Dispensaries across the state sold more than $1 billion worth of marijuana in a single year. This includes both recreational sales and medical marijuana sales, showing just how quickly Ohio’s market is growing.

While recreational marijuana is available to adults, this milestone also highlights something important: medical marijuana cards are still very valuable, especially when it comes to saving money.

Recreational Marijuana Is Legal, But It Comes With Extra Costs

Recreational marijuana sales officially began in Ohio in 2024, so adults now have the option to purchase marijuana without a medical card. However, recreational purchases come with an added cost.

Recreational marijuana buyers must pay an additional 10% marijuana excise tax on every purchase. This tax is in addition to regular state and local sales taxes. That means recreational customers pay more at the register every single time they visit a dispensary.

If you purchase marijuana regularly, those savings can total thousands of dollars per year. Even occasional users will notice the difference over time.

Medical patients still pay standard sales tax, but skipping the 10% recreational tax makes a noticeable impact on overall costs.

Medical Marijuana Discounts at Ohio Dispensaries

Another major benefit of having a medical marijuana card is access to medical-only discounts.

Many Ohio dispensaries offer:

• Special pricing for medical patients

• Medical patient appreciation days

• Ongoing discounts that are not available to recreational shoppers

When these discounts stack on top of tax savings, medical marijuana becomes significantly more affordable than recreational marijuana.

Medical Cards Offer Better Access

Even though recreational marijuana is legal statewide, not every city or township allows recreational dispensaries. Some areas have chosen to limit or ban adult-use marijuana sales.

For patients who rely on marijuana for ongoing health needs, this access can make a big difference.

Ohio’s $1 Billion Market Shows Marijuana Is Here to Stay

Reaching $1 billion in sales proves that marijuana is now a permanent part of Ohio’s economy. Both recreational users and medical patients are contributing to this growth.

However, these numbers also show that medical marijuana remains an important part of the system, not something being replaced by recreational sales. Medical patients continue to rely on regulated access, tax savings, and patient-focused programs that recreational users do not receive.

The Bottom Line: A Medical Marijuana Card Is Still Worth It

Even with recreational marijuana available, a medical marijuana card in Ohio still offers clear benefits:

• No 10% recreational marijuana tax

• Potential dispensary-only medical discounts

• More access in certain cities

• Access to licensed marijuana doctor guidance

If you use marijuana for medical reasons or want to save money over time, keeping or getting a medical marijuana card in Ohio is still a smart choice, even in a billion-dollar marijuana market.

Get Your Medical Marijuana Card Today!

Having a medical marijuana card in Ohio offers numerous benefits over recreational use. With your medical card, you gain access to higher-quality, lab-tested products, personalized care from knowledgeable physicians, and exclusive dispensary discounts, ensuring you receive safe, effective, and affordable relief. Not to mention, the tax savings are significant when you have your medical card. 

Ohio’s medical marijuana program is tailored to prioritize patients’ needs, with evolving qualifying conditions and a commitment to improving access. Whether you’re managing chronic pain, anxiety, or another condition, your medical card empowers you to shop at licensed dispensaries with confidence, knowing you’re receiving products designed specifically for therapeutic use.

Thanks to telemedicine, obtaining your card is simple, quick, and convenient. With an Ohio Marijuana Card, you can complete your evaluation and receive a recommendation on the same day, all from the comfort of home! Schedule your appointment today!

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At Ohio Marijuana Card, we’re here to make the process easy and stress-free. Our team is dedicated to helping you unlock the full benefits of Ohio’s medical marijuana program while improving your overall quality of life.

Don’t wait to start feeling better. Call us at (866) 457-5559 or schedule your evaluation today, and take advantage of the many benefits a medical card has to offer!

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