Little Rock, Arkansas – Medical marijuana sales in Arkansas experienced a small decline during the first six months of 2026, according to a new report released by the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration. While revenue decreased compared with the same period last year, officials noted that the state’s medical marijuana program continues to see strong participation, with the number of active patient cards increasing.
The report shows that Arkansas medical marijuana sales totaled $140.3 million from January through June 2026. During the same six-month period in 2025, sales reached $144 million, which was the highest level recorded in the state at that time.
Despite the slight drop, medical marijuana activity continued to generate significant tax revenue for Arkansas. The state collected $16.8 million in medical marijuana tax revenue during the first half of 2026. The total included money from Arkansas’ 6.5% sales tax and the additional 4% privilege tax applied to medical marijuana sales.
According to the report, the average purchase made at Arkansas dispensaries during the period was $75.14. Officials said the data provides an early look at sales trends for the year, with an updated version of the report expected after additional information is finalized.
The report also identified the dispensaries that accounted for the largest shares of statewide medical marijuana sales between January and June 2026.
Natural Relief Dispensary in Sherwood recorded the highest percentage of total sales during the reporting period, accounting for 8.55% of all medical marijuana purchases in Arkansas. Suite 443 in Hot Springs followed with 8.02% of total sales.
Other top-performing dispensaries included CROP Dispensary in Jonesboro, which represented 5.33% of statewide sales, and Harvest Dispensary in Conway, which accounted for 5.32%. Custom Cannabis in Alexander ranked fifth, with 4.43% of total sales.
The report also showed that three dispensaries located in northwest Arkansas ranked sixth, seventh, and eighth statewide in total sales. However, those dispensaries were not identified in the released information.
While sales showed a modest decline compared with the previous year, the number of medical marijuana patients in Arkansas continued to grow. The Arkansas Department of Health reported 119,074 active patient cards, an increase from 110,539 active cards reported in July 2025.
The rise in registered patients suggests that demand for medical marijuana access remains steady across the state. The program continues to provide approved patients with access to cannabis products through licensed dispensaries operating under state regulations.
State officials said the latest report represents an initial overview of medical marijuana sales for 2026, and more complete figures will be available once the updated report is released.
The medical marijuana industry remains an important source of state revenue while continuing to expand its patient base. Although sales have not matched the record pace seen in early 2025, Arkansas continues to see millions of dollars in transactions each month and increasing participation from residents who qualify for the program.
