Beauty & Personal Care, California

Tattoo cost in Irvine, CA

A typical Tattoo figure in Irvine is about $234 per hour, about 30% above the national figure of $180.

Typical cost

Typical in Irvine

$234

per hour

Fair price range: $130 to $390

On the low end
$130
On the high end
$390

Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in Irvine. 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
Irvine, CA$234
$130 to $390
National typical$180
$100 to $300
Berkeley, CA$238
$132 to $396
Fremont, CA$238
$132 to $396
Oakland, CA$230
$128 to $384
Washington, DC$234
$130 to $390
Arlington, VA$230
$128 to $384

Other Beauty & Personal Care costs in Irvine

Questions people ask

Tattoo in Irvine: what does it cost?

In Irvine, CA, Tattoo typically costs about $234 per hour, with most prices between $130 and $390.

Why is Irvine higher than the national price?

Prices in Irvine run about 30% 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.