In a notable shift for Connecticut’s cannabis economy, the state’s legal market surpassed $25 million in total sales during May 2025, continuing a steady trend of monthly revenue growth while recording its lowest average retail price since legalization.
According to data released by the state’s Department of Consumer Protection, combined sales from medical and adult-use cannabis reached approximately $25.3 million in May. Adult-use purchases accounted for the bulk of the revenue, totaling $15.7 million, while medical cannabis sales came in at $9.6 million. The figures reflect a maturing and increasingly accessible marketplace, driven in part by a surge in licensed dispensaries and cultivators, as well as a broadening product selection.
Perhaps more significant than the sales figures themselves is the price drop. For the first time since the recreational market launched in early 2023, the average cost of cannabis flower has dipped below $10 per gram. This marks a critical threshold for affordability and competition, aligning Connecticut’s pricing more closely with national trends and easing concerns about consumer access and pricing parity across socioeconomic groups.
Industry observers suggest that increased supply and operational scaling are the primary drivers of the price decrease. With more growers entering the market and vertically integrated companies optimizing their operations, the resulting efficiencies are beginning to reach consumers. Additionally, competition among dispensaries—particularly in urban centers—has fostered a more price-conscious environment.
Medical cannabis patients, who have historically shouldered higher per-unit costs due to limited providers and regulatory constraints, are also benefiting from the overall market shifts. Analysts anticipate continued price drops throughout the summer as new harvests reach retail shelves and more dispensaries come online.
The Connecticut cannabis industry, though still young, appears to be settling into a sustainable rhythm. The steady rise in monthly revenue coupled with falling prices indicates a market moving toward balance—one where consumer demand, product availability, and affordability are beginning to align.
As the state eyes future tax revenue projections and the potential for reinvestment in public health and social equity initiatives, the performance of Connecticut’s cannabis sector in May may serve as a bellwether for what lies ahead.
Dabbin-Dad Newsroom
Connecticut Cannabis Market Surpasses $25 Million in May Sales Amid Declining Prices
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