Arkansas Cannabis Prices

No. Issue 4, the recreational legalization measure, failed 56% to 44% in November 2022, and the 2024 expansion measure was struck from the ballot by the Arkansas Supreme Court before votes were counted. The nearest adult-use market is Missouri, but transporting cannabis across the state line into Arkansas is illegal (and carrying it across any state line is a federal offense), so the ADH patient card is the only legal way to buy cannabis in Arkansas.

Yes, on private property only; public smoking is prohibited, and patients under 21 may not smoke at all (vaporization and other non-smoked forms remain available to them). Arkansas sets no THC potency cap on flower, limits edibles to 10mg THC per serving, and caps infused products at 10% THC concentration. Home cultivation is not permitted for patients or caregivers.

Medical marijuana flower in Arkansas costs $5-$15 per gram, with an average of $10/g. Edibles range from $20-$50 per 100mg package. Vape cartridges typically cost $45-$60 per cart. Tinctures run $30-$100 per bottle.

An ounce of medical marijuana in Arkansas costs $240-$331, depending on quality tier. Budget flower (shake, smalls) costs $240-$270. Mid-tier costs $270-$301. Premium/top-shelf runs $301-$331.

Arkansas only allows cannabis for qualifying medical patients; there is no recreational market. Without a valid medical card, you cannot legally purchase marijuana in Arkansas. The evaluation costs $149.99 and a card provides legal protection and access to licensed, lab-tested products.

Prices vary by location and daily deals. To find the best prices: 1) Check our Arkansas dispensary directory, 2) Look for first-time patient discounts (typically 15-25% off), 3) Sign up for loyalty programs, 4) Shop during happy hours and daily deal days. Most dispensaries post menus online.

Arkansas dispensaries typically offer: Monday deals (BOGO or 20% off), happy hours (usually 8-10am or 2-4pm), 4/20 sales (25-40% off), and end-of-month clearance. Sign up for dispensary newsletters for flash sales. First-time patients save 15-25% at most locations.

Edibles in Arkansas cost $20-$50 for a 100mg package (average: $25). Gummies are typically the most affordable at $20-$35. Chocolates and baked goods cost more. Price per milligram works out to $0.20-$0.50/mg.

Concentrates in Arkansas cost $70-$90 per gram. Budget concentrates (shatter, crumble): $70-$91. Mid-tier (wax, budder): $91-$80. Premium (live resin, rosin): $80-$90. Live rosin commands the highest prices.

Vape cartridges in Arkansas cost $45-$60 for a 0.5g cart. Look for bundle deals and first-time patient discounts.

Arkansas certifies first, then you apply: 1) Get certified by an Arkansas-licensed MD or DO, the only provider types allowed to certify in Arkansas. First-time certifications require an in-person exam (Act 438 of 2017, upheld by the Arkansas Supreme Court in December 2025); renewals can be completed by real-time video telehealth, and MMJ.com offers $149.99 video renewals with an Arkansas-licensed physician (audio-only calls are not allowed for certifications). 2) Apply to the Arkansas Department of Health within 30 days of your certification and pay the $50 fee, which is non-refundable and charged again at each annual renewal. 3) ADH says to allow up to 14 days of processing from receipt of the application and payment; cards are mailed the next working day after issuance, there is no temporary card, and online applicants can print their card as soon as it is approved.

Top ways to save in Arkansas: 1) Buy in bulk (ounces vs eighths save 20-30%), 2) Use first-time patient discounts (15-25% off), 3) Join loyalty programs, 4) Shop daily deals and happy hours, 5) Compare prices across dispensaries, 6) Look for BOGO offers.