Beauty & Personal Care, California

Tattoo cost in Berkeley, CA

A typical Tattoo figure in Berkeley is about $238 per hour, about 32% above the national figure of $180.

Typical cost

Typical in Berkeley

$238

per hour

Fair price range: $132 to $396

On the low end
$132
On the high end
$396

Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in Berkeley. Not a quote.

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How prices have moved

Up 3.1%past year

Up 23.9%over five years

How prices for services other than rent have moved nationally, from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Consumer Price Index (Services less rent of shelter, CUUR0000SASL2RS), through August 2026. It tracks price change, not the dollar prices on this page.

What moves the price

  1. Artist demand
  2. Size
  3. Color
  4. Shop minimum
  5. Touch-ups

Ways to pay less

  1. Start small
  2. Ask about day rates for large pieces
  3. Tip on the session
  4. Confirm touch-up policy
  5. Avoid impulsing on flash if you want custom

Tattoo in similar cities

PlaceTypicalRange
Berkeley, CA$238
$132 to $396
National typical$180
$100 to $300
Fremont, CA$238
$132 to $396
Irvine, CA$234
$130 to $390
Santa Barbara, CA$241
$134 to $402
Bellevue, WA$238
$132 to $396
Boston, MA$235
$131 to $392

Other Beauty & Personal Care costs in Berkeley

Questions people ask

Tattoo in Berkeley: what does it cost?

In Berkeley, CA, Tattoo typically costs about $238 per hour, with most prices between $132 and $396.

Why is Berkeley higher than the national price?

Prices in Berkeley run about 32% above the national average. This estimate scales the national figure by that difference in local cost of living.

Is this a quote?

No. It is an estimate built from national price data and local cost of living. A local pro will price your actual job.