Salisbury has 2 dispensaries licensed by the Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA). Shoppers 21 and up need a government-issued photo ID, and visitors from Delaware, Virginia or anywhere else can buy too. Both stores also serve registered Maryland patients, and there is no cannabis allowed on the Salisbury University campus, whatever your age.
Salisbury is the largest city on the Eastern Shore and the shopping hub for Wicomico County and the lower Delmarva Peninsula. It has only two stores, but they could hardly be more different on Google: one holds a perfect 5.0 from more than 1,400 reviews, while the other sits at 3.7. Reading recent reviews before you choose is worth a minute here.
All 2 Licensed Dispensaries in Salisbury, MD
The two stores are on opposite sides of town, one in the 21801 ZIP code and one in 21804.
Elevated Dispo is on South Salisbury Boulevard in 21801, on the south side of the city, and The Apothecarium Dispensary is on Mount Hermon Road in 21804, on the east side. Both have Salisbury addresses in Wicomico County.
Best Salisbury Dispensaries for Every Need
Based on public Google ratings and hours, checked October 2026:
- Highest rated: Elevated Dispo, 5.0 stars from about 1,500 reviews.
- Longer hours: The Apothecarium opens at 9 a.m. and closes at 9 p.m.; Elevated Dispo runs 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Rating note: The Apothecarium has 3.7 stars from about 1,300 reviews.
- Medical patients: both serve patients and caregivers.
Visiting a Dispensary in Salisbury: ID, Payment and Hours
A Delaware or Virginia license is accepted, like any other state's license or ID card, a passport, a military ID or a tribal card. Students should note that a college ID is not accepted, so bring a driver's license or passport. For an early or late trip, The Apothecarium has the wider hours. Pay with cash or debit and ask the store about other options first.
Salisbury and Maryland Cannabis Laws: Purchase Limits, Public Use and Driving
Each day you can buy 1.5 ounces of flower, 12 grams of concentrate or 750 mg of THC in edibles, counted as a single combined limit. Smoking in public, including the City Park, downtown and the Riverwalk, is a civil offense with a fine of up to $50, then up to $150. Adults under 21 with cannabis face a civil fine of up to $100.
Salisbury University's Dean of Students has told students that use and possession of any marijuana, including medical marijuana, remain prohibited on university property, because federal law governs it, and the university's smoke-free policy bans smoking or vaping anything anywhere on campus, residence halls included. Delaware is a few miles north, and Maryland makes it illegal to carry cannabis out of the state. See our Maryland marijuana law guide and Delaware law guide.
Cannabis Taxes in Salisbury
Maryland charges a 12% cannabis sales tax on adult-use purchases, up from 9% on July 1, 2025. Registered patients pay nothing within their certified amount. Your receipt shows the tax; compare prices across states in our price guide.
Medical Marijuana in Salisbury
Eastern Shore patients register with the MCA after a provider certifies them and need a Maryland state-issued ID to buy. Students from other states cannot use a home-state card, but those 21 or older can buy as adult-use customers.
Dispensaries Near Salisbury
- Dispensaries in Ocean City: 2 stores east on Route 50 in West Ocean City.
- Dispensaries in Cambridge: 1 store northwest on Route 50 in Dorchester County.
- Dispensaries in Grasonville: 1 store farther up Route 50 near the Bay Bridge.
Two more Wicomico and Somerset county stores are close by: Delmar, on the Delaware line, and Princess Anne, to the south, each have one. Browse all of them on our Maryland dispensary directory.
Salisbury Dispensary FAQ
Is weed legal in Salisbury, MD?
Yes. Adults 21 and older can buy at licensed dispensaries and possess up to 1.5 ounces of flower, but not on Salisbury University property.
How many dispensaries are in Salisbury?
2: Elevated Dispo and The Apothecarium. Delmar and Ocean City have more nearby.
Can tourists buy weed in Salisbury?
Yes. Anyone 21 or older with a valid government photo ID can buy, including Delaware and Virginia residents.
Can Salisbury University students use weed on campus?
No. The university says possession and use of any marijuana remain prohibited on its property, even for students 21 and older.
What time do dispensaries close in Salisbury?
Elevated Dispo closes at 8 p.m. and The Apothecarium at 9 p.m.
Do Salisbury dispensaries take cards?
Cash and debit are the safe bet. Ask the store about other payment.
How much weed can I buy in Salisbury?
1.5 ounces of flower, 12 grams of concentrate or 750 mg of THC in edibles per day, combined.
Can I get weed delivered in Salisbury?
Patients and caregivers can. Maryland reserves adult-use delivery for micro dispensaries.
What is the best dispensary in Salisbury?
By Google rating, Elevated Dispo, with 5.0 stars from about 1,500 reviews.
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How we build this list: Store names and addresses come from the Maryland Cannabis Administration's licensed dispensary list, and ratings, review counts and hours come from public Google Maps data. We update the page monthly.