Michigan Cannabis Sales
Dec, 2024
Overview
Michigan's cannabis market has shown a distinctive trend in the recent data, with a significant increase in unit sales despite a decrease in average item prices and overall sales revenue. In December 2024, the average item price in Michigan dropped to $9.5 from $9.9 in November, marking a 6.7% decrease in sales. However, the total units sold increased by 25.6% year-over-year, indicating a robust volume growth despite the falling prices. This suggests a market that is becoming increasingly competitive and possibly more accessible to a broader range of consumers due to lower prices.
Dec, 2024
Sales
Year Over Year
Growth
Market Comparison
Comparing Michigan to other key markets, it's evident that Michigan's market dynamics are somewhat unique. For instance, New York and Ohio showed substantial year-over-year sales growth rates of 355.1% and 74.4% respectively, which are much higher than Michigan's -7.9%. However, these states also had much higher average item prices, with New York at $35.96 and Ohio at $33.42, compared to Michigan's $9.5. This indicates that Michigan's market might be more mature, focusing on volume growth through more competitive pricing.
Michigan Weed Prices
Category Performance
To delve deeper, let's examine the Flower category in Michigan. This category often serves as a good indicator of overall market health and consumer preferences. In December 2024, the Flower category saw a significant decrease in average item price to $17.98 from $19.27 in November, aligning with the broader market trend of falling prices. Despite this, the total sales amounted to $114.56 million, and the total units sold were 6,372,898, showing a year-over-year growth of 25.1% in units. This suggests that while revenue is pressured by price reductions, volume continues to grow, reflecting strong consumer demand.