In 2024, the regulated marijuana industry's revenue increased by 4.5% to $30.1 billion, but employment decreased by 3.4%, resulting in a loss of 15,000 jobs, totaling 425,000 workers. Job losses are occurring in mature markets while emerging states are experiencing growth.

Mature cannabis markets see job losses while emerging states boom

Jun 24, 2025

Margaret Jackson

MJbizDaily

Despite a 4.5% increase in revenue that reached $30.1 billion in 2024, the
regulated marijuana industry experienced a 3.4% decline in employment,
shedding 15,000 jobs to settle at 425,000 workers.

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