Daily Marijuana Use Up Since Colorado Legalized the Possession of Marijuana
Last Updated: Friday September 6, 2024
(Smart Approaches to Marijuana) The Monitoring the Future national survey results on substance use highlights the trend in the 30-day prevalence of daily marijuana use from 2013 to 2023:
- Aged 19-30: An increase of 76%
- Aged 35-50: An increase of 168%
From 2013 to 2023, there was a statistically significant increase in daily marijuana use for both age groups. The percentage that used marijuana daily for those aged 19-30 increased from 5.9% in 2013 to 10.4% in 2023. Additionally, the percentage that used marijuana daily for those aged 35-50 increased from 2.8% in 2013 to 7.5% in 2023.