Beauty & Personal Care, Texas

Tattoo cost in Brownsville, TX

A typical Tattoo figure in Brownsville is about $140 per hour, about 22% below the national figure of $180.

Typical cost

Typical in Brownsville

$140

per hour

Fair price range: $78 to $234

On the low end
$78
On the high end
$234

Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in Brownsville. 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
Brownsville, TX$140
$78 to $234
National typical$180
$100 to $300
Laredo, TX$144
$80 to $240
McAllen, TX$144
$80 to $240
Amarillo, TX$148
$82 to $246
Jackson, MS$144
$80 to $240
Shreveport, LA$144
$80 to $240

Other Beauty & Personal Care costs in Brownsville

Questions people ask

Tattoo in Brownsville: what does it cost?

In Brownsville, TX, Tattoo typically costs about $140 per hour, with most prices between $78 and $234.

Why is Brownsville lower than the national price?

Prices in Brownsville run about 22% below 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.