Beauty & Personal Care, Illinois

Tattoo cost in Chicago, IL

A typical Tattoo figure in Chicago is about $216 per hour, about 20% above the national figure of $180.

Typical cost

Typical in Chicago

$216

per hour

Fair price range: $120 to $360

On the low end
$120
On the high end
$360

Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in Chicago. 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
Chicago, IL$216
$120 to $360
National typical$180
$100 to $300
Naperville, IL$205
$114 to $342
Aurora, IL$184
$102 to $306
Joliet, IL$173
$96 to $288
Anaheim, CA$216
$120 to $360
Concord, CA$216
$120 to $360

Other Beauty & Personal Care costs in Chicago

Questions people ask

Tattoo in Chicago: what does it cost?

In Chicago, IL, Tattoo typically costs about $216 per hour, with most prices between $120 and $360.

Why is Chicago higher than the national price?

Prices in Chicago run about 20% 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.