Yup, it's expensive that flower, I still have a friend who will only smoke flower....
I actually prefer edibles, no more than 10MG, 20 would put me down for a few hours, anymore than that I would be a total zombie....
Value wise, vape pens and carts are the way to go, most have little to no smell and one full cart lasts me 3-4 weeks.....welcome aboard brother, legal weed is safe and a smart way to help with sleep and other issues....