New Jersey Cannabis Sales

Sep, 2026
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Overview

New Jersey’s cannabis market has established itself as a significant player in the Northeast, with total sales reaching $95.8 million in September 2026. Over the past year, the market has shown resilience, posting a 1.4% year-over-year sales increase and a robust 10% growth in units sold. While the market experienced some volatility month-to-month, the overall trend points to steady expansion, especially in unit volume, indicating growing consumer adoption.

Pricing remains a defining feature of the New Jersey market. The average item price in September 2026 was $29.10, which is among the highest in the country. This premium pricing reflects both the state’s regulatory environment and consumer willingness to pay for quality and convenience. However, prices have gradually declined from $31.57 a year prior, suggesting increasing competition and product variety are starting to benefit consumers.

$95.84M

Sep, 2026

Sales

1.4 %

Year Over Year

Growth

Data Snapshot Oct 03, 2026

Market Comparison

New Jersey’s market size places it in the upper-middle tier nationally, with $95.8 million in monthly sales—comparable to mature markets like Arizona and Colorado, but trailing larger states such as California ($329.5M), Michigan ($242.2M), and New York ($160.8M). Growth rates in NJ are moderate, with a 1.4% YoY sales increase, while states like Ohio (+33.2%) and New York (+10%) are expanding more rapidly, often due to newer market openings or regulatory changes.

Where NJ truly stands out is in pricing. At $29.10 per item, it is among the highest in the country, surpassed only by New York ($28.62) and Connecticut ($27.58). In contrast, Michigan and Oregon offer average prices below $12. This premium reflects both supply constraints and a consumer base willing to pay for regulated, branded products.

New Jersey Weed Prices

Product
Sep, 2026
YoY
Flower (Gram)
$13.23
Flower (Eighth)
$29.69
Edible (100mg)
$15.70
Concentrate (Gram)
$36.73
Top Strain
GMO Cookies
| State | Total Sales ($M) | Avg. Item Price ($) | YoY Sales Growth (%) | Units Sold (M) | |---------|------------------|---------------------|---------------------|----------------| | CA | 329.5 | 17.72 | 0.6 | 18.6 | | MI | 242.2 | 8.31 | -3.6 | 29.1 | | NY | 160.8 | 28.62 | 10.0 | 5.6 | | MA | 142.3 | 16.51 | 4.9 | 8.6 | | IL | 131.2 | 27.22 | 10.8 | 4.8 | | NJ | 95.8 | 29.10 | 1.4 | 3.3 | | CO | 97.3 | 14.30 | 2.0 | 6.8 | | AZ | 95.2 | 17.05 | 5.2 | 5.6 |
Data Snapshot Oct 03, 2026

Category Performance

Category
Sep, 2026
YoY
$
40.67
M
0.9
%
$
24.63
M
1.1
%
$
9.9
M
-11.2
%
$
3.02
M
31.9
%
$
0.46
M
4.5
%
$
0.18
M
-47.1
%
$
0.16
M
-30.4
%

While traditional categories like Flower and Vapor Pens dominate sales, the Beverage category stands out for its unique growth trajectory. Despite accounting for a smaller share of total sales, Beverages posted a 5.2% year-over-year sales increase and an impressive 45.9% jump in units sold, even as average prices dropped from $19.84 to $14.30 over the past year. This signals strong consumer interest and a shift toward more accessible, lower-priced products.

Within Beverages, the “Iced Tea, Lemonade, and Fruit” segment is especially noteworthy, with 33.2% sales growth and 60% unit growth year-over-year. The segment’s popularity is driven by approachable flavors and formats. Leading brands in the Beverage category include Journeyman, Major, and Boho Euphorics, each offering a diverse range of SKUs and price points.

| Brand Name | Total Sales ($M) | Units Sold | Avg. Item Price ($) | |--------------------|------------------|------------|---------------------| | [Journeyman](https://www.headset.io/brands/journeyman) | 0.28 | 16,616 | 17.13 | | [Major](https://www.headset.io/brands/major) | 0.05 | 3,362 | 16.22 | | [Boho Euphorics](https://www.headset.io/brands/boho-euphorics) | 0.03 | 2,043 | 13.22 | | [Cannabis Philosophy](https://www.headset.io/brands/cannabis-philosophy) | 0.01 | 336 | 36.55 | | [Cantrip](https://www.headset.io/brands/cantrip) | 0.01 | 1,833 | 5.27 | | [High Tide Industries](https://www.headset.io/brands/high-tide-industries) | 0.01 | 1,143 | 8.39 | | [Highly (NJ)](https://www.headset.io/brands/highly-nj) | 0.01 | 404 | 23.52 | | [Zero Proof](https://www.headset.io/brands/zero-proof) | 0.01 | 361 | 25.63 |
Data Snapshot Oct 03, 2026

Top Cannabis Brands in New Jersey

Market Trends

Product Category Market Share In New Jersey

Monthly Cannabis Sales

Historical Cannabis Sales In New Jersey

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