So, not too bad for an entry level position within the cannabis industry. If you need to feed a family of 4.. maybe you should try something else. However, If you are in your 20's, making $16 an hour (with tips) is pretty damn good.

Obviously, each state & employer will vary in pay. However, it's safe to say the above information is congruent with the cannabis industry. (At least here in Colorado)

Myself being a budtender during the first year of Recreational sales in Colorado, there were times, we would walk out with $100+ in tips a piece. People would pay me to tell them information about the information. At times I was like an on demand cannabis consultant to out of state business seekers.

If you are looking to get into the industry as a Budtender: Please don't let an employer low ball you with anything below $11hr. You are worth more as a human being and the profit margins are far to high to be working for such a little wage.

GOOD LUCK OUT THERE!