Benchmarking
Market ComparisonOct 2026
Among small-tier markets, D.C. stands out with a two-year sales increase of nearly 79%, outpacing many peers that have plateaued after their initial launch surges. The 21% year-over-year expansion of dispensary locations to 75 stores signals that licensing momentum has not stalled, and the district's geography—drawing foot traffic from neighboring Maryland and Virginia—gives it a cross-border demand advantage uncommon for a market this size.
24-Month Trend
| State | Sales | YoY |
|---|---|---|
| South Dakota | $5-10M | 3.9% |
| Hawaii | $2.5-5M | 2.8% |
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Benchmarking
Market ComparisonOct 2026
Among small-tier markets, D.C. stands out with a two-year sales increase of nearly 79%, outpacing many peers that have plateaued after their initial launch surges. The 21% year-over-year expansion of dispensary locations to 75 stores signals that licensing momentum has not stalled, and the district's geography—drawing foot traffic from neighboring Maryland and Virginia—gives it a cross-border demand advantage uncommon for a market this size.
24-Month Trend
| State | Sales | YoY |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | $5-10M | +19.7% |
| South Dakota | $5-10M | -3.9% |
| District of Columbia | $5-10M | +4.0% |
| Hawaii | $2.5-5M | -2.8% |
| Kentucky | $2.5-5M | +1625.0% |
