Between changing regulations, product categories, and separate rules for medical and recreational sales, understanding how dispensary pricing works in Arizona can be confusing. Taxes apply differently depending on what you buy and how you’re registered, and product costs vary widely by format and location.
If you’re unsure how much you can purchase, what counts as a cannabis consumable, or how state-level taxes affect your total at checkout, you’re not alone. This guide covers everything you need to know: purchase limits, tax rules, product types, and the regulations every dispensary must follow.
Let’s clear things up before your next trip to the register.
What Are Considered Cannabis Consumables in Arizona?
In Arizona, cannabis consumables are products meant to be inhaled, ingested, or absorbed into the body. These are distinct from accessories like grinders or lighters and are subject to stricter labeling, dosage, and testing requirements.
Common cannabis consumables include:
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- Flower (loose cannabis plant material)
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- Pre-rolls (pre-rolled joints or cones)
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- Vape cartridges (typically 0.5g or 1g of oil for vaporization)
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- Edibles (gummies, chocolates, baked goods, and other infused food items)
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- Tinctures and sublingual drops (liquid cannabis extracts for oral use)
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- Concentrates and extracts (including wax, shatter, live resin, and other high-potency forms)
All consumables must be sold in child-resistant, clearly labeled packaging and must comply with Arizona’s potency and testing regulations.
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How Much Can You Buy at a Dispensary in AZ?
Arizona sets clear limits on how much cannabis you can buy at one time.
For recreational users:
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- You can purchase up to 1 ounce (28 grams) of marijuana per visit
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- Within that ounce, only 5 grams can be concentrates like wax or vape oil
For medical marijuana patients:
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- You can buy up to 2.5 ounces (70 grams) every 14 days
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- This limit is tracked through Arizona’s patient registry system
These limits apply to your total purchase, including flower, concentrates, and edibles (converted to weight). Dispensaries are required to check your purchase history, so even shopping at multiple locations won’t let you go over the legal amount.
Average Pricing for Cannabis Consumables in Arizona
Cannabis product prices in Arizona vary based on quality, product type, and whether the purchase is for medical or recreational use. Medical marijuana patients typically pay less overall, thanks to an exemption from the 16% excise tax.
Below is a breakdown of typical price ranges for common cannabis consumables, based on statewide averages as of 2024-2025:
| Product Type | Size/Format | Medical Price Range | Recreational Price Range |
| Flower (Cannabis Buds) | 1 gram | $12 – $18 | $8 – $25 |
| 1/8 oz (3.5g) | $30 – $50 | $28 – $49 | |
| 1/4 oz (7g) | $49 – $100 | $49 – $90 | |
| 1/2 oz (14g) | $39 – $120 | $85 – $180 | |
| 1 oz (28g) | $99 – $230 | $99 – $280 | |
| Pre-Rolls | 1 gram | — | $5 – $25 |
| 3 grams | — | $40 – $45 | |
| Vape Cartridges | 0.5 gram | — | $17 – $42 |
| 1 gram | — | $40 – $72 | |
| Concentrates | 0.5 gram | — | $25 – $40 |
| 1 gram | — | $15 – $80 | |
| Edibles | Single piece (candy) | — | $4 – $10 |
| Baked goods (cookie/brownie) | — | $18 – $30 | |
| Pack of candies (varied mg) | — | $10 – $38 (up to $140) | |
| Tinctures | Bottle (CBD/THC, varied size) | — | $20 – $140 |
Note that these values are just estimates. Prices may also fluctuate depending on location, store promotions, or patient discount programs. First-time patients, in particular, may find reduced rates or bonus product offerings at select dispensaries.
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How Much Is the Dispensary Tax in Arizona?
Cannabis taxes in Arizona depend on whether you’re buying for recreational or medical use.
For recreational cannabis purchases:
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- A 16% excise tax is added at the point of sale. This is required under Arizona’s Smart and Safe Act and applies to all marijuana and marijuana products sold by licensed recreational dispensaries.
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- On top of that, consumers also pay the standard 5.6% Arizona state sales tax, plus any local sales tax, depending on the city or county.
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- The total can vary, but most recreational purchases include 21% or more in combined taxes.
For medical marijuana purchases:
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- The 16% excise tax does not apply.
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- Patients still pay the 5.6% state sales tax, and possibly a smaller local tax.
A few additional notes for businesses and consumers:
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- Products can’t be bundled with non-taxed goods to avoid the cannabis excise tax.
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- If the federal government imposes a national cannabis excise tax in the future, Arizona’s 16% rate will automatically adjust to keep the total combined tax under 30%.
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- All revenue from the cannabis excise tax goes into the Smart and Safe Arizona Fund, supporting public health programs, law enforcement, and infrastructure.
How Much Is an 8th at a Dispensary in Arizona?
An “eighth” refers to one-eighth of an ounce of cannabis, or 3.5 grams, and it’s one of the most common purchase sizes for flower.
In Arizona, the price of an eighth can vary widely based on factors like quality, strain, dispensary location, and whether you’re shopping as a medical patient or a recreational user.
Here’s what you can expect:
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- Recreational 1/8 oz – Typically priced between $28 and $49
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- Medical 1/8 oz – Usually falls between $30 and $50
As of April 2025, the average price of high-quality cannabis per ounce stands at $296.6. That breaks down to roughly $37 per eighth, though pricing varies. Premium strains with high THC content or rare genetics often exceed $50 per eighth, while value options can drop below $25 during promotions, daily deals, or first-time patient discounts.
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