The average price for a gram of marijuana has remained fairly steady so far this year, hovering around $12 since January. Meanwhile, the average price for an ounce has inched up in the state. You’ll now pay an average of $263 for an ounce, the highest we’ve seen so far this year.
But overall, marijuana prices are stable in Washington.
It’s important to keep in mind that these are average prices. Savvy shoppers can almost always find qualities dispensaries offering great deals on cannabis.
In addition, marijuana prices vary by city, strain, season and other variables.
In Washington, for example, you’ll pay the most, on average, if you live in Bellevue.
Use our cannabis comparison tool to find the best deals in your area.
Here are average marijuana prices in Washington State for summer 2018:
| Area | Gram | Ounce |
|---|---|---|
| State Average | $13 | $263 |
| Seattle | $12 | $281 |
| Tacoma | $12 | $161 |
| Spokane | $12 | $252 |
| Bellevue | $14 | $288 |
1. Average marijuana prices in Seattle
You can pick up a gram of cannabis in Seattle for an average of $12. An ounce will run you an average of $281. Fortunately, you’ll find dispensaries in the area offering deals for much less. In fact, comparison shopping can save you around $100 per month or more, assuming you buy an ounce every four weeks. That’s around of $1,200 per year.
| Dispensary | Average Per Gram | Average Per Ounce |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle Cannabis Company | $10 | $260 |
| Cannabis City | $11 | $165 |
| Diego Pellicer | $11 | $256 |
2. Average marijuana prices in Tacoma
You can expect to pay an average of about $12 for a gram in Tacoma, or $261 per ounce. But comparison shopping can save you more than $100 per month, assuming you purchase an ounce per month.
| Dispensary | Average Per Gram | Average Per Ounce |
|---|---|---|
| The Cannabis Oasis | $8 | $100 |
| Triple C Cannabis Club | $9 | $115 |
| Clear Choice Cannabis | $11 | $242 |
3. Average marijuana prices in Spokane
For a gram in Spokane, you’ll pay an average of around $12. That moves up to an average of $252 for an ounce. But being a savvy shopper can save you at least $3 a gram and nearly $100 an ounce, in some cases. If you purchase an ounce per month, that’s savings of somewhere around $1,200 per year.
| Dispensary | Average Per Gram | Average Per Ounce |
|---|---|---|
| The Vault | $9 | $N/A |
| Cannabis and Glass | $6 | $139 |
| The Hidden Joint | $10 | $182 |
4. Average marijuana rates in Bellevue
Expect to spend an average of $14 for a gram in Bellevue, or $288 per ounce. But remember, savvy shoppers can almost always save find better deals. In Bellevue, comparison shopping can save you at least $5 per gram.
| Dispensary | Average Per Gram | Average Per Ounce |
|---|---|---|
| Green Theory | $12 | $207 |
| The Novel Tree | $N/A | $246 |
Cannabis products differ
Not all cannabis products are created equally. The same goes for dispensaries.
Fortunately, there’s a great way to try out different dispensaries without breaking the bank. Many dispensaries offer daily, weekly and monthly deals on certain quantities, products and strains.
In addition, don’t forget that becoming a member at your favorite dispensary can save you some major cash on your favorite strains over the long-haul. Non-members pay somewhere around 10% or more than members at a dispensary.
Consuming cannabis
If you’re new to the cannabis world, edibles might be a nice first experience. Just make sure to talk to a great budtender about dosage before you try it out.
Check out our marijuana buying guide before you visit a dispensary.
Methodology: MarijuanaRates surveys dispensaries in areas throughout the nation monthly. Using that data, we calculate a price average for each city and state. National averages are based on overall state averages throughout the nation. City averages are based on overall city averages through a particular state. These averages do not include taxes, which vary from state-to-state and city-to-city.
Last updated July 2018
