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Illinois Cannabis Sales
Sep, 2026
Overview
Illinois continues to be a major player in the US cannabis market, with September 2026 sales reaching $131.2 million. The market has shown resilience, posting a 10.8% year-over-year growth for the month, even as average item prices have softened slightly to $27.22. Over the past year, Illinois has experienced some volatility, with periods of both contraction and recovery, but the recent uptick in sales and units sold signals renewed consumer demand and market stabilization.
Pricing in Illinois remains among the highest in the country, reflecting both strong demand and a premium product mix. While average prices have edged down from $28.06 a year ago, this modest decrease has likely contributed to the double-digit growth in units sold (+14.2% YoY), suggesting that consumers are responding positively to greater value and possibly increased product variety.
Sep, 2026
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Market Comparison
Illinois ranks among the top five cannabis markets in the US by sales, trailing only California, Michigan, and New York. Its $131.2 million in September 2026 sales puts it ahead of states like Arizona and Colorado, and just behind Massachusetts and Missouri. Notably, Illinois maintains one of the highest average item prices in the country at $27.22, compared to the national average of around $17–$18.
Growth rates in Illinois are also outpacing many mature markets. The 10.8% YoY sales growth is higher than California (0.6%), Colorado (2.0%), and Oregon (0.2%), and is comparable to New York (10.0%) and Missouri (7.6%). This combination of high pricing and strong growth highlights Illinois’ unique position as a premium, expanding market.
Illinois Weed Prices
Category Performance
While Flower and Vapor Pens continue to dominate overall sales, the Pre-Roll category is showing a particularly dynamic trend. Pre-Rolls posted $18.3 million in September 2026, with a robust 16.0% YoY sales growth and a striking 28.1% increase in units sold. This outpaces the overall market growth and signals a shift in consumer preferences toward convenient, ready-to-use products.
Within Pre-Rolls, the Connoisseur / Infused segment is the clear growth engine, accounting for $9.5 million in sales and growing 44.9% YoY. This segment’s popularity is driven by innovative products and strong brand competition. Leading brands in this space include RYTHM, Jeeter, and Anthem, each offering a wide range of SKUs and premium pricing.
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