7 States That Would Earn the Most Money by Legalizing Marijuana

Some of us are still processing this whole marijuana legalization deal. For many people, it’s kind of hard to believe legalization is actually really happening — it’s no longer simply a topic of discussion marijuana smokers debate over, it’s right here and right now. Imagine going back in time and telling yourself 10 or 15 years ago that in 2015, recreational pot would be legal in four states — and even Washington D.C. It’s kind of surreal, anddefinitely a sign of progress.

The numbers have been coming in from both Washington and Colorado for more than a year now, and the numbers don’t lie — legalization is a hit, and a boon to state coffers. While there have most certainly been some bumps in the road, the markets are starting to take on a life of their own, and even spawn off individual industries. There are even...

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