IA

Iowa

Medical cannabis is legal in Iowa with a valid patient card. Recreational use remains illegal.

Medical CBD Only
$35M
Annual Sales
~15
Active Licenses
N/A
Tax Rate
Rx only (4.5g / 90 days)
Possession Limit
● LIVE STATUS Updated 4 days ago  ·  April 1, 2026
Overview

Marijuana is legal for medical patients in Iowa, but recreational use remains illegal. Iowa operates a highly restricted medical cannabis program that permits only cannabis extracts (not smokable flower) for a limited list of qualifying conditions. The program is administered by the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services.

What This Means for You
  • ✓ Legal to purchase with a valid medical card
  • ✗ Recreational purchase is not permitted
  • ⓘ Possession limit: Rx only (4.5g / 90 days)
  • ⓘ Home grow: Not permitted

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