Marijuana Use Reaches Record High Across United States

U.S. adults who smoke marijuana reached 17%, tying a record and doubling the 7% level from 2013, with edibles at 15% as usage continues to climb. Age patterns show higher prevalence among younger adults, with 23% of 18- to 29-year-olds and 25% of 30- to 49-year-olds reporting marijuana use, while older groups are much lower. Use is also more common among those who are less educated, less religious, and who drink alcohol, and marijuana smokers tend to have lower household incomes. Public opinion remains divided on the drug’s effects, with 47% viewing it as positive and 46% negative. Regional variation appears, as Alaska reports about 21% monthly use, suggesting higher overall engagement in that state. Meanwhile, cigarette smoking remains at a historic low, underscoring a broader shift in nicotine and cannabis consumption patterns.