Independence has 4 dispensaries licensed by the Missouri Division of Cannabis Regulation (DCR). Adults 21 and up can shop with a valid photo ID, and visitors to Harry Truman's hometown from other states are welcome to buy. All 4 stores also sell to Missouri medical patients. Independence is part of the Kansas City metro, but it is a separate city with its own stores and its own local tax.
Independence has only four dispensaries, but they are some of the busiest in Missouri by public review counts. Greenlight on Noland Road has about 4,600 Google reviews, more than any store in Kansas City or St. Louis, and every store in town is rated 4.7 stars or higher.
All 4 Licensed Dispensaries in Independence, MO
The stores follow the city's two east-west highways and its main north-south shopping road. Two are on US Highway 24 on the north side, one is on US Highway 40 in the south, and one is on South Noland Road.
US Highway 24: Natures Med Dispensary at 15823 East US Highway 24 (64050) and Good Day Farm at 16820 East US Highway 24 (64056) are about a mile apart.
Noland Road and US 40 (64055): Greenlight Dispensary is on South Noland Road, close to I-70, and From The Earth Dispensary is farther east on US Highway 40, the store nearest Blue Springs.
Best Independence Dispensaries for Every Need
Based on public Google ratings and hours, checked October 2026:
- Highest rated: Greenlight and From The Earth both have 4.9 stars, from about 4,600 and 3,100 reviews.
- Most reviewed: Greenlight on Noland Road.
- Third choice: Good Day Farm, with 4.8 stars and about 2,500 reviews.
- Hours: all four stores keep the same schedule, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Medical patients: every store here serves Missouri card holders.
Visiting a Dispensary in Independence: ID, Payment and Hours
Bring a government-issued photo ID that is current; an out-of-state license is fine. Cash and debit are the dependable ways to pay, so ask before you count on a credit card. Because every store here runs 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., timing is simple: pick the closest one.
Independence and Missouri Cannabis Laws: Purchase Limits, Public Use and Driving
Missouri's adult limit is 3 ounces of dried marijuana or its equivalent per purchase, and the same 3 ounces for possession. Public smoking, including at the Truman Home area, the Independence Square or city parks, can bring a civil penalty of up to $100. Note that the Harry S. Truman National Historic Site is run by the National Park Service, and cannabis is illegal on federal property. Impaired driving is a crime, and taking cannabis west into Kansas is illegal because Kansas has no legal market. Read our Missouri marijuana law guide for more.
Cannabis Taxes in Independence
Independence voters approved a 3% city tax on adult-use marijuana in April 2023, and the Missouri Department of Revenue's October to December 2026 rate table lists 3% for the city's Jackson County and Clay County portions. Jackson County's own 3% does not stack on top inside city limits, following the Missouri Supreme Court's 2025 ruling. Add Missouri's 6% state tax and regular sales tax, which is 8.6% at the base rate on the Jackson County side. Medical sales are taxed at 4%.
Medical Marijuana in Independence
Missouri patients can buy up to 6 ounces every 30 days at any Independence store and pay the 4% medical tax rather than the adult-use and city taxes.
Dispensaries Near Independence
- Dispensaries in Kansas City: 23 stores to the west.
- Dispensaries in Blue Springs: 2 stores east on I-70.
- Dispensaries in Lee's Summit: 4 stores to the south.
- Dispensaries in Liberty: 2 stores north across the Missouri River.
- Dispensaries in Excelsior Springs: 1 store farther northeast.
Every Missouri city with a store is on our Missouri dispensary directory.
Independence Dispensary FAQ
Is weed legal in Independence, Missouri?
Yes. Anyone 21 or older can buy at a licensed Independence dispensary. Using it in public is not allowed.
How many dispensaries are in Independence?
4: two on US Highway 24, one on US Highway 40 and one on Noland Road.
Can visitors buy weed in Independence?
Yes. Missouri sells to any adult 21 or older with valid ID, resident or not.
What time do Independence dispensaries open and close?
All four open at 8 a.m. and close at 10 p.m.
Which Independence dispensary has the most reviews?
Greenlight on South Noland Road, with about 4,600 Google reviews and a 4.9-star rating.
Do Independence dispensaries take cards?
Debit is widely accepted and cash always is. Credit card acceptance varies.
How much can I buy in Independence?
3 ounces of dried marijuana or the equivalent per transaction.
Where can I smoke weed in Independence?
Private property, with permission from the owner. Parks, the Square, sidewalks and vehicles are off limits.
Can I get weed delivered in Independence?
Missouri law allows dispensary delivery, but not every store offers it. Check with the store.
What is the best dispensary in Independence?
Greenlight and From The Earth tie at 4.9 stars, and Greenlight has the most reviews. The ratings list above has the details.
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How we build this list: Each listing starts with the store's name, address and license number from the Missouri Division of Cannabis Regulation. We add ratings, review counts and hours from public Google Maps data, refresh everything monthly, and remove stores whose licenses expire or are revoked.