Explore Marijuana Use Disorder Rates by Race: 2021 vs 2022 Data

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This is The Drug Report’s ([link removed]) Friday Fact report - Marijuana Use Disorder Rates by Race in 2021 and 2022

Table 5.5B in the 2022 National Survey on Drug Use and Health report ([link removed]) showed the marijuana use disorder rates by race, for people aged 12 and older, in 2021 and 2022. Between 2021 and 2022, the rates increased for Asians, Hispanics, Whites, the America National Trend (ANT), and African Americans. The race where the rate decreased from 2021 to 2022 was for American Indians and Alaska Natives (AIAN). It should be noted that the AIAN rate for 2022 may be affected due to the sample sizes. Here’s a summary of the percentage difference that each race saw:
* Asian: +43.48%
* Hispanic: +26.32%
* White: +12.28%
* America National Trend (ANT): +11.67%
* African American: +9.59%
* American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN): -29.03%

Though some contend that the legalization of marijuana will improve equity, these data demonstrate that marijuana use disorder is disproportionately harming communities of color. Just as the tobacco industry targeted racial minorities, these data indicate that the marijuana industry is following the same playbook. Prior studies determined that dispensaries are disproportionately concentrated in low-income communities and communities of color ([link removed]) .


The statistics are clear: the prevalence of marijuana use disorder has been increasing nationwide, with concerning increases among many racial groups. To ensure that the passage of reckless marijuana policies does not worsen this issue, please click here to contact your legislators ([link removed]) .
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