Market Intelligence

The definitive data hub for Washington DC's cannabis industry — ABCA metrics, equity analysis, regulatory history, and market trends in one place.

DC Cannabis Market at a Glance

Live

Live data from ABCA monthly program reports

Monthly Sales
$8.5M
2.5%vs prior month
Registered Patients
104K
4.7%active patients
Active Dispensaries
68
ABCA-licensed
Caregiver Registrations
36
active caregivers

Monthly Sales Trend

Total medical cannabis sales in DC (last 12 months)

2025-032025-042025-052025-062025-072025-082025-092025-102025-112025-122026-012026-02$0$2.5M$5.0M$7.5M$10.0M

Patient Growth

Active registered patients

2025-042025-062025-082025-102025-122026-02030K60K90K120K

Active Dispensaries

ABCA-licensed operators

2025-042025-062025-082025-102025-122026-02020406080

DC Market Context

Key facts about Washington DC's medical cannabis program

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ABCA Regulated
The Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Administration (ABCA) oversees all licensed medical dispensaries in DC. All sales data flows through their monthly program reports.
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Medical Only (Licensed)
DC has licensed medical dispensaries under ABCA. Recreational gifting exists under Initiative 71 but is separate from the licensed market tracked here.
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Monthly Reporting
ABCA publishes monthly Medical Cannabis Program (MCP) reports covering sales, patient counts, caregiver registrations, and dispensary activity.
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8 Wards
DC's 8 wards show significant disparity in dispensary access. Wards 2 and 3 (Northwest) have the highest concentration; Wards 7 and 8 (East of River) are underserved.