How much is an eighth of weed?

Similar to asking a flight attendant for a glass of alcohol, purchasing cannabis can be awkward when you don’t know how to ask for the right amount for your purposes. If you’ve managed to reach adulthood unscathed by social anxiety, feel free to skip this article and make your way to a licensed dispensary where a budtender can walk you through the rest.

If not, know that an eighth of weed is the most common amount consumers purchase. Why? Cannabis brands, dispensaries, and delivery services all measure dried flower in grams and ounces. An eighth is simply shorthand for an eighth of an ounce, or 3.5 grams, of weed.

Find an eighth in an eighth of the time it takes to read this article.

What is a gram and how much is it exactly?

A gram, sometimes colloquially referred to as a dime bag or dub, is the smallest measurement of dried flower. How much weed you need depends entirely on how much weed you plan on consuming per day, but for rolling one sizable joint, one gram is plenty.

Depending on the density of the nugs, a gram of weed can range in size from a walnut to a kumquat. So, if someone tries to sell you a gram of weed the size of a tiny organic blueberry, ask them to pull out a scale and weigh it again.

An eighth is simply shorthand for an eighth of an ounce, or 3.5 grams, of weed.
Photo by: Gina Coleman/Weedmaps

How Many Grams in a qp of Weed in comparison to a gram?

Go to any dispensary and you’ll see rows and rows of jars of weed with an eighth in them. But how much is an eighth, exactly? As mentioned above, the term eighth refers to an eighth of an ounce or 3.5 grams. Those savvy with measurements (and Google) know that one-eighth of an ounce is actually 3.543603875 grams.

In more practical terms, an eighth of weed can provide you with three full-gram joints and one half-gram joint or seven smaller, half-gram joints. With an eighth of weed, you’ll be able to roll two to three blunts or a handful of spliffs. You can make a potent batch of cannabutter or pack at least half a dozen bowls. The weed math possibilities are practically endless.

Whether you’re shopping in Los Angeles, downtown Denver, or the wilds of Maine the average price of an eighth of weed can range anywhere from $30 to $70. To find the most cost-effective weed for your needs, compare dispensary menus and shop around. Or, since you’re already here at Weedmaps, you can simply browse our sales page to find deals in your area.

Related: How to use Weedmaps

On the topic of deals, have you ever seen or heard the term 5-gram eighth and wondered how dispensaries get away with rewriting the metric system? The good news is they’re not trying to gaslight you. They’re simply trying to give you extra weed. Five-gram eighths describe the price point for the amount of cannabis. For instance, a customer who selects a 5-gram eighth will receive 5 grams of cannabis for the price of that strain’s eighth. Any eighth that’s more than 3.5 grams is basically bonus weed.

Fun fact: eighths are also known as a half-quarter or a slice. The more you know.

A quarter of weed — aka a quarter of an ounce of weed — clocks in at 7 grams.
Photo by: Gina Coleman/Weedmaps

Retail weights

OK, so an eighth of weed is the most standard weight cannabis consumers can expect to come across. But step behind the counter and you may find yourself dealing with much larger amounts of weed and a whole new set of terms.

Quarter

A quarter of weed — aka a quarter of an ounce of weed — clocks in at 7 grams. To put that into perspective, a quarter-ounce of marijuana is enough for five to seven blunts and an arsenal of joints. Double that and you get a half-ounce, or 14 grams. This quantity is also referred to as a half or half O. With a half-ounce, you can roll seven to 14 blunts or enough joints to make you dizzy.

Ounce

An ounce weighs in at 28 grams. That’s four quarters or eight eighths, hence the descriptors quarter and eighth. Colloquially, you may hear some refer to an ounce as a zip or an O. You’ll also see ounces show up in legislation describing possession limits — aka how much weed you can possess at one time or purchase per month in a given state.

Quarter-pound

No, we’re not talking burgers. A quarter-pound of weed is 113.4 grams. With 16 ounces in a pound, you can also think of a quarter-pound as four ounces. (Are you impressed with our math skills, yet?) And because stoners have a slang term for everything, quarter-pounds are often called QP for short.

Half-pound

The clue is certainly in the name with this weed weight. The next step up from the quarter-pound, a half-pound weighs in at 226.8 grams. A half-pound, or eight ounces of cannabis, is also known casually as a half-pack or half-pounder.

Pound

The rarest and most coveted weed weight of them all, one pound is equivalent to roughly 453 grams or 16 ounces. That’s enough weed to satisfy the typical cannabis consumer for a year — and put a serious dent in their bank account. A pound of cannabis flower can cost as much as $3,000 and can be called a pack or an elbow.

How to order like a local

Grams may be the universal weed measurement, but how you refer to different cannabis weights may change based on your location. Unsurprisingly, countries all over the world use different slang terms to refer to marijuana as well. So, if you want to shop like a local, it’s best to talk like one, too.

Depending on the age of the consumer, North Americans refer to cannabis as flower, weed, pot, reefer, marijuana, Mary Jane, and a host of other words — not to mention strain names. Australians use slang terms like hooch and choof, while cannabis enthusiasts in Jamaica say dagga. And while you’re doing some research on ordering like a local in your vacation destination, be sure to check up on the laws and regulations before you go.

eighth of weed next to popcorn
3.5 grams of weed next to 3.5 grams of popcorn for scale.

FAQ

How many bowls can I get with 1 gram?

How many bowls you can get from a gram of cannabis depends more on the size of the bowl you’re smoking out of than the weed itself. On average, one gram of cannabis will pack two to three average-size bowls. If you figure out how to stretch 1 gram beyond three bowls, please let us know how you did it.

How many grams is the average bowl?

Again, glass bowls vary widely in size, but the average bowl holds 0.3 to 0.5 grams of cannabis.

How many bowls are in an eighth of weed?

Simple math shows you can get seven half-gram bowls out of an eighth of cannabis. The smaller the bowl, the more bowls you’ll get out of an eighth of weed.

How many bowls are in an ounce?

An ounce is roughly 28 grams, which means you’ll get 56 half-gram bowls out of an ounce of weed. And that’s if you pack those bowls to the brim.

How many hits are in a bowl?

How many hits you can expect to get out of a fresh bowl depends entirely on the size of the hit you take. Everyone inhales differently, so a bowl can last anywhere from three to eight hits depending on the size of the bowl and how much you and/or those in your sesh inhale.

What’s a 10 sack?

A 10 sack refers to a bag of weed that costs $10. It usually amounts to about a bowl’s worth of weed or enough for one joint.

How much is a dub?

Dub is a term that refers to a 20 sack of weed. On the unlicensed market, a dub costs $20 and usually contains between 1 and 2 grams of weed, sometimes more depending on where you get it. We recommend you shop from licensed retailers for better deals and better weed.

What is the usual amount for a 25 sack?

A 25 sack on the unlicensed market could contain 2.5 to 3.5 grams, or roughly an eighth of weed. But again, we recommend shopping from licensed retailers to know for sure what you’re getting for your money.

How long does a quarter ounce typically last?

How long a quarter ounce of cannabis will last depends largely on the frequency and method of consumption you choose. A quarter ounce of weed, also known as a quarter, is 7 grams. That could mean one large joint per day for a week, enough cannabutter to see you through the month, or just enough weed to get you through the workday depending on your tolerance and job description.

How do people around the world weigh weed?

Every country except Myanmar, Liberia, and the United States has adopted the metric system, more formally known as the International System of Units. Despite some countries being reluctant to get with the program, cannabis is typically measured in grams no matter where you go.

How much is an eighth of weed? Quantity, Cost, etc.

Back in the day when folks were still tracking down weed from a local “salesman,” the “eighth” was a known bit of terminology. Marijuana legalization has changed how people get their fave smoke to toke, but some old habits are worth keeping around. If you walk into a legal dispensary or browse an online menu, you’re no doubt going to see or hear about the good old eighths.

For familiar buyers, it’s all good—they understand the lingo. But recreational weed shops have brought inexperienced buyers out in search of their own green experiences. If that happens to be you, you may have any number of questions: What’s an eighth? How much is an eighth of weed? How much does an eighth of weed actually weigh and how much weed is that? Don’t worry, it’s really not as complicated as it sounds.

Related: How Much is a QP of Weed?

So, how much is an eighth of weed by weight?

Simply stated, an eighth of weed by weight is an eighth of an ounce. For reference, an empty soda can weighs about half an ounce. By grams, an eighth of an ounce comes in at about 3.5 grams, which is just a bit more than your average penny that weighs 3 grams.

How much weed is an eighth of weed? This should help put it into perspective…

With just the weight explanation, you may be thinking, “Wow, that must not be much weed at all.” However, you have to consider that once cannabis is cultivated, cured, and ready for market, it’s surprising how much it takes to make a single gram.

There’s always a range in size because strains can have varied textures, resin concentrations, and shapes. Some weed packs together nicely into a little nugget, some is fluffy, and some falls somewhere between. For instance, a good Black Runtz Strain eighth may be tighter packed than Silver Kush. In general terms, an eighth is going to give you about enough to roll two or three good blunts, so it really is a good amount.

How much for an eighth of weed? As in, how much should it cost?

Believe it or not, “How much for an eighth of weed?” is something we get asked a lot. After all, this is perhaps one of the most popular flower weights buyers are looking to buy. The answer can vary with us depending on the strain and a few other factors. Prices can range between $45 and $55 per eighth depending on the strain, and some strains can climb higher or fall lower depending on supply and demand.

Prices can always fluctuate depending on where you buy and how long weed’s been legal in your state. For example, in Southern California, the prices for an eighth can range anywhere between $33 and $44. California has one of the largest markets for legal cannabis anywhere on the planet. Once you get out into other less-weed-progressive states, prices tend to be higher. Florida and Massachusetts are states with slowly emerging (and in high-demand) markets, so average overall prices for an eighth have been hovering close to $48.

Related: How Much is a Pound of Weed?

Learning the Weed Lingo: Eighths, Half-quarters, Slices—Oh My!

Once you know how much is an eighth of weed, it’s a hard thing to forget. Eventually, you can pretty much know an eighth when you see it or hold it. While at Silver Therapeutics we use the term eighths a lot, you may occasionally hear this amount of weed referred to as a half-quarter (1/4 divided by half = 1/8) of weed, or even a slice of weed. Whatever term you eventually grow to prefer, we’ve got you covered with a fine selection of cannabis flower, edibles, and more. And, if you’re ever confused about terminology, we’ll gladly help you out.

Weed Measurements: How Much Is An Eighth, Quarter, Ounce, And More

Weed Measurements: Guide

Weed measurements are a lot more complicated than the uninitiated would like them to be. It’s very easy to get confused. Sometimes it’s metric grams, sometimes it’s imperial ounces. Every once in a while, a measurement will be referred to as a letter or a completely made-up word that doesn’t apply to anything else you’d ever measure.

Connecting measurements to the way you’d use them make it easier to learn and remember how much you need for which types of products. Flower, joints, vapes, and concentrates are all measured slightly differently.

How much is an eighth of weed?

A lot of people prefer to buy in eighths if they want to try new strains or if they only smoke weed socially. An eighth is enough to last a weekend or two in the right company.

The “eighth” measurement refers to an eighth of an ounce, which is technically 3.5 grams (we’ll talk more about grams below). It’s not unusual to see a dispensary eighth that contains 4 grams. Growers and manufacturers always want to incentivize bulk buying, and you get the benefits. Who complains about more weed for less money?

It’s not unusual to pick up an eighth of a really popular strain, like Wedding Cake, for somewhere around $20. It’s almost the same as getting double the amount of weed for your money. Even if you don’t smoke regularly, eighths are so economically priced that it barely makes sense to get less than an eighth.

This won’t always be the case. Very high quality and very high potency weed can sometimes go up to $70 for an eighth. Most of the time, it’s worth the splurge. Highly coveted strains like Super Silver Haze are usually somewhere between $50 and $60 an eighth. If quality and potency are the most important things to you, this is probably what you can expect to spend.

Go for an eighth if you’re a weekend weed warrior or if you want to try a new strain to see if you like it. It’s an affordable amount that gives you just enough without committing you to weeks of smoking the same thing.

Grams, joints, and blunts.

How Many Grams in a qp of Weed is usually one big bud or two smaller buds. It’s the amount you’d use to fill a king-sized joint that you’d pass between a few people. It can also be used to roll a modest blunt. A normal joint for two people or a regular smoker contains about half a gram in a standard-sized rolling paper or cone. If you’re smoking a normal amount alone, ¼ of a gram will give you a joint similar in size to the average cigarette.

A big blunt can contain anywhere between two or three grams. The average blunt you’d share with a group of five people is roughly this size. Packwoods’ blunts are famous for packing two grams of flower, .25 grams of kief, and .25 grams of concentrate into a single preroll.

One gram is often called a dimebag, and two grams is often called a dub. These measurements and names correlate to street slang from the dark ages, while states were still keeping our weed from us. A dimebag, or a gram, used to cost about $10. A dub, or two grams, went for about $20.

The prices for recreational weed aren’t that much different now. It largely depends on the quality of the weed. You’ll sometimes find great weed for even less expensive than $10 a gram because it’s grown efficiently and there’s no risk in getting it from the grower to the consumer in states where recreational cannabis is regulated.

How much is a quarter of weed?

A quarter refers to a quarter of an ounce, which is seven grams. This is the most popular amount that a regular smoker would purchase at one time. An occasional smoker with a strong affinity for a particular strain might also prefer to buy it a quarter and a time and store it properly to keep it fresh.

You start to see substantial savings when you bump up to a quarter. A quarter is double the amount of an eighth, but gram for gram, it’s likely to cost you much less. It will often cost as much as $10 less overall than buying two eighths.

How much is a half-ounce of weed?

Half an ounce is 14 grams, which is a lot of pot. If you smoke a gram a day, half an ounce will last you two weeks. To put that into perspective, that’s one “big boy” joint to yourself daily. Regular users, people with a higher tolerance, and people who use cannabis medically can easily use that much on a daily basis.

It’s not unusual for prices to boil down to about $7 a gram when you buy a half-ounce at a time. It’s a very economical way to purchase if weed is a part of your daily life.

How much is an ounce of weed?

We go straight from a half-ounce to an ounce. There isn’t anything in between. This giant 28-gram jar or bag of pot is as much as you can legally purchase at once in many states, whether legal or recreational. It’s also the Costco-sized portion of weed. It’s what you’d want if there were a storm coming or if you might get snowed in. You’ll get a blunt a day for a month out of an ounce.

An ounce can run around $200 for a lovingly grown and tasty strain, which is about $7 a gram. If you’re getting an ounce of something really top shelf, the price can be more than double. Top shelf weed isn’t necessarily stronger, but many people have preferences.

Think about it like a fine bottle of wine. A $100 bottle of wine will be incredible and provide a great experience. A $500 bottle of wine is something extremely fancy. It does the same thing a $100 bottle of wine does, but the experience isn’t as luxurious or as special.

What about vapes and extracts?

Vapes and extracts are much more potent than flower. Flower might have 25% THC per gram. A vape cartridge may contain over 80% THC per gram. Cartridges and disposable pens contain half a gram or one gram per cartridge, but they’re substantially more potent. If you’re using vape cartridges on a daily basis, you might find that a half-gram cartridge can last you two weeks.

Extracts come in one-gram jars, and they’re typically just as highly concentrated as vapes. When you’re using an extract, you load a tiny spoonful onto a dab rig. A “dab” is a relative measurement, but a standard jar will get you anywhere between 10 and 20 servings, usually closer to 20.

Extracts vary in price, but many of them cost about the same as what you would expect to pay for an eighth or 3.5 grams. That’s three big joints and one small joint, or up to 20 uses. It’s a little more economical (and tasty) to go for an extract instead of flower if you want something high quality and flavor is important to you. Of course, you’re sacrificing portability and will need special equipment to use extracts, and that might factor into your decision.

The takeaway

Knowing how much weed is necessary to roll a joint or a blunt makes it much easier to conceptualize how much weed you really need.

If you’re trying something new, always go with the smallest possible measurement. You don’t want to overcommit to something you’re not in love with and get stuck with weed you don’t want to smoke. Approach with caution, and go all-in when you find the right stuff.

Wondering How Many Grams in a qp of Weed? Let’s Break It Down!

Hey there, fellow weed enthusiasts! If you’re here, it probably means you’ve dipped your toes into the world of cannabis, and you’re starting to wonder about the lingo. One question that often pops up in the minds of those new to the scene is, “How many grams are in a qp of weed?” Well, worry not, my friends, because we’re about to unravel this mystery together.

Understanding the ‘qp’ in ‘qp of Weed’

First things first, let’s decode that ‘qp.’ It stands for a quarter-pound. Yeah, you heard it right! We’re diving into the world of weed measurements that even your old math teacher might find intriguing. A quarter-pound is exactly what it sounds like – a quarter of a pound of glorious, green cannabis goodness.

Now, you might be wondering, “How Many Grams in a qp of Weed?” A quarter-pound is approximately 113.4 grams. That’s like having a bag of chips, but instead of snacks, it’s packed with your favorite buds! Imagine the possibilities!

Calculating the Breakdown

So, let’s get into the nitty-gritty of it. You know you’ve got a quarter-pound, and that’s around 113.4 grams, but what can you do with all that weed? Well, my friends, the options are endless!

Bongs, Blunts, and Bowls Galore

If you’re a bong enthusiast, you’re in for a treat. With a quarter-pound of weed, you can pack countless bong hits that will send you to the moon and back. Just invite a few friends over and watch the good times roll!

Now, for the blunt rollers out there, you’re in luck too. A quarter-pound of weed will keep your rolling game strong for a long time. You can roll more blunts than you can count – well, maybe not literally, but you get the idea.

And if you prefer a classic bowl, guess what? You can enjoy bowl after bowl after bowl with a quarter-pound of cannabis. Whether you’re sharing with friends or having a solo sesh, you won’t run out anytime soon.

Getting Creative with Edibles

But hold on, we’re not done yet! If you’re into edibles, a quarter-pound of weed opens up a world of possibilities. You can whip up a batch of potent brownies, craft some delectable gummies, or infuse your favorite dishes with that special herbal touch. The choice is yours!

Sharing Is Caring

Now, before you start imagining a lifetime of endless highs, remember, sharing is caring! With a quarter-pound of weed, you can be the hero of your next cannabis-friendly gathering. Your friends will love you for it, and you’ll be known as the “quarter-pound connoisseur.”

Pricing Matters

So, now that you’re well-versed in the grams and ounces of a quarter-pound, you might be wondering about the price. Well, that’s where things get interesting. The cost of a qp of weed can vary widely depending on where you are and the quality of the cannabis.

In states with well-established legal markets like California, you might find a quarter-pound priced around $400 to $600, depending on the strain and potency. However, in areas where cannabis is not as readily available, you could see prices range from $800 to $1,200 or even more.

Keep in mind that the price can also fluctuate based on factors like the time of year, local demand, and the reputation of the seller. It’s always a good idea to shop around and compare prices to get the best deal.

The QP in Context

Now that you know how many grams are in a qp of weed and have a rough idea of the price range, let’s put it all in context. A quarter-pound is a substantial amount of cannabis. For most casual users, it’s way more than you’d need in a month or even several months.

Think about it this way: if you’re a moderate cannabis consumer who enjoys a joint or two in the evening, a quarter-pound could last you well over a year. That’s a lot of value for your money.

Wrapping It Up

So, there you have it, folks – the breakdown of how many grams are in a qp of weed. It’s 113.4 grams of pure cannabis delight, and the possibilities are nearly endless. Whether you’re sharing with friends, experimenting with edibles, or simply enjoying your favorite smoking method, a quarter-pound will keep you supplied for a long time.

Just remember to consume responsibly and in accordance with your local laws. And if you ever find yourself wondering about the math behind cannabis measurements, don’t worry – we’ve got you covered. Happy toking!