Smoking Age by State 2023

Notes:
- The Minimum Legal Sales Age (MLSA) for tobacco products was raised from 18 to 21 years in 2019, rendering it illegal for retailers to sell tobacco products such as cigarettes, cigars, and e-cigarettes to anyone under 21.
- Some states, but not all, have subsequently raised their own MLSA to 21 to match the federal guideline.
- Although some states have not raised their MLSA, the federal guideline overrides state-level regulations.