Excited by a Career in Marijuana? Here Are 5 Cannabis Jobs That Are in Demand

Want to enter an industry that’s seen 250% growth over the past five years? The number of cannabis jobs have increased from 122,800 jobs to 428,059 between 2017 and 2022, according to the 2022 Leafly Jobs Report. And the opportunities are expected to keep growing as consumer demand increases.

Not long ago, a cannabis career seemed far-fetched. Marijuana use was outlawed in every state until California became the first to legalize it for medical purposes in 1996. Today, a career in cannabis is possible for people interested in pursuing one. As of July 2022, 37 states have legalized medical marijuana, and 19 states plus the District of Columbia have legalized recreational and medical marijuana use.

Even though federal law still bans marijuana use, the Justice Department has largely avoided prosecuting businesses and consumers in states where it is legal. That hands-off approach in combination with state laws legalizing marijuana use have allowed the cannabis market to grow.

Cannabis consumers spent about $25 billion in 2021, according to the Leafy Jobs Report, and only 25% of the potential demand is currently being met.

That untapped market demand could foreshadow job security for those seeking a career in the cannabis industry β€” in states where marijuana use is legal, of course.

Interested in more information?

Watch this short video to find out what the five top jobs in the cannabis market are.

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8 Comments

  1. NyHott Candy on September 11, 2023 at 2:44 am

    how do u start gettin a job in the cannabis indursty does anyone know that can get back to me



  2. Alen Corbic on September 11, 2023 at 2:51 am

    I do need a job in cannabis industry. It’s my dream job. I have a wife and a kid on the way and never have I ever worked with what I love. So…if anyone in the world would give me a chance I ashore you that you will have a professional trustworthy employee. I am not from US or Canada… sadly for now I am a foriner. This could mean a life changing experience for me and my family. If anyone would listen to what I have to say and how I feel about the industry let me know. Thank you and have a nice day πŸ€



  3. gnarmarmilla on September 11, 2023 at 2:59 am

    Wow, 97k as a bud trimmer? Every one of those jobs I have seen online starts at 34k.
    I currently make 86-105k per year as a laboratory technician for a power plant but they won’t let me use cannabis as a medicine so I am hoping to change jobs.
    Thank you very much for making this video. You’ve inspired me to look harder



  4. Sisira Senarathne on September 11, 2023 at 3:01 am

    Can l apply that jobs…?



  5. fart spray on September 11, 2023 at 3:03 am

    licensed grower is the legend



  6. Prod. Focus on September 11, 2023 at 3:06 am

    Good video, seems pretty accurate at least from the data you provided. It would’ve been nice to have seen some short descriptions or maybe introduction titles that lead to the higher waged positions in the cannabis field.



  7. art pinaka chooyy on September 11, 2023 at 3:11 am

    I want to apply im from philippines



  8. Stephanie Austin on September 11, 2023 at 3:37 am

    Where are trimmers making $99k?! πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚