Colorado Cannabis Sales
Aug, 2024
Overview
Colorado's cannabis market has experienced a notable shift in pricing and sales dynamics over the past year. As of August 2024, the average item price in Colorado stands at $16.79, a slight increase from July's $16.37 but still lower than previous months, reflecting a broader trend of price adjustments in the market. Total sales for August 2024 reached approximately $100.91 million, marking a decrease from earlier in the year. This downturn is part of a year-over-year sales decline of 13.6%, with unit sales also decreasing by 5.1% compared to the previous year. These figures suggest a cooling period for the market, possibly influenced by market saturation or regulatory changes.
The past 24 months reveal a volatile market with peaks and troughs in both sales and pricing. The highest recorded sales were in September 2022 at approximately $129.28 million, with a gradual decline to the current figures. This fluctuation can be attributed to various factors including consumer behavior changes, economic conditions, and competitive market forces. The month-over-month growth has been inconsistent, with some months witnessing sharp declines and others modest recoveries.
Aug, 2024
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Market Comparison
When comparing Colorado to other major markets such as California and Illinois, distinct differences emerge. California, with a total sales of approximately $343.30 million in August 2024, dwarfs Colorado's market size. However, California also experienced a year-over-year sales decline of 7.7%, though less severe than Colorado's 13.6%. Illinois, on the other hand, shows a more stable market with a slight year-over-year sales decline of 0.4% and total sales reaching about $165.04 million.
Colorado Weed Prices
Category Performance
Focusing on the Edibles category, it presents a contrasting trend compared to the overall market. In August 2024, the Edibles category saw a total sales of approximately $19.75 million with an average item price of $14.35, and a total of about 1.38 million units sold. Notably, the month-over-month sales growth was 6.6% with a unit growth of 9.1%, and a slight year-over-year sales decline of 1.3% but a unit growth of 4.2%. This resilience in the Edibles market could be attributed to consumer preferences shifting towards more discreet and varied consumption methods.