Medical patients are exempt from the 10% retail excise; state and local sales tax still apply. On a $100 pre-tax purchase that's roughly $10.00 less than an adult-use sale (before any local taxes, which vary by ordinance).
Nevada Cannabis Tax Notes
10% retail cannabis excise + 15% wholesale excise (on fair market value set by Dept of Taxation) + state/local sales tax. Medical patients are exempt from the 10% retail excise.
City Cannabis Tax Rates in Nevada
Cities in Nevada can layer their own cannabis business tax on top of state taxes. Here are the reported rates for major cities — use the tax calculator to model a specific purchase:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cannabis tax rate in Nevada?
The combined effective cannabis tax in Nevada ranges from 19.5% to 22.5% depending on the city. That includes a 10% state cannabis excise tax, 6.85% state sales tax, typical local sales tax, and any city cannabis business tax.
Does Nevada exempt medical cannabis from tax?
Medical patients are exempt from the 10% retail excise; state and local sales tax still apply. That works out to roughly $10.00 less per $100 pre-tax than an adult-use purchase, before any local taxes.
How much is the state cannabis excise tax in Nevada?
Nevada imposes a 10% state cannabis excise tax on retail purchases. This is collected in addition to state sales tax and any local cannabis business taxes.
Does Nevada have a wholesale or cultivation cannabis tax?
Yes. Nevada imposes a 15% wholesale or cultivation excise tax. This is paid by cultivators or distributors upstream and is typically priced into the retail cost.
Can cities add their own cannabis tax in Nevada?
Yes. Nevada cities can add a local cannabis business tax up to approximately 3% on top of state taxes. Major cities often use close to the maximum allowed rate.
Which agency administers cannabis tax in Nevada?
Cannabis tax in Nevada is administered by the Nevada Department of Taxation. Licensed retailers file returns and remit taxes on a regular schedule.
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