10 Most Cannabis Consuming Countries in the World

In this article, we are going to discuss the 10 most cannabis-consuming countries in the world. If you want to check out our detailed analysis of the global cannabis industry, the budding cannabis-based pharmaceutical industry and the interest of big pharma, and the offshore business activities of some US-based cannabis companies, head to 25 Most Cannabis Consuming-Countries in the World.

10. France

Annual Prevalence of Cannabis Use: 11%

The average age of cannabis users in France is increasing, from just over 25 in 1992 to almost 33 in 2021. Habitual use by under-25s in France is down from 8.4% in 2017 to 6.3% in 2021. Cannabis use is more prevalent in the over-30s and over-40s.

The reduced cannabis use among young people is closely linked to the drop in cigarette smoking, which is ushering in a ‘behavioral change’ in younger generations. Perhaps cost is also a factor. The retail price of marijuana has increased by more than 25% in just ten years.