Beauty & Personal Care, California

Tattoo cost in Los Angeles, CA

A typical Tattoo figure in Los Angeles is about $225 per hour, about 25% above the national figure of $180.

Typical cost

Typical in Los Angeles

$225

per hour

On the low end
$125
On the high end
$375

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

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
Los Angeles, CA$225
$125 to $375
National typical$180
$100 to $300
Huntington Beach, CA$223
$124 to $372
Pasadena, CA$223
$124 to $372
Thousand Oaks, CA$227
$126 to $378
Seattle, WA$225
$125 to $375
Alexandria, VA$223
$124 to $372

Other Beauty & Personal Care costs in Los Angeles

Questions people ask

Tattoo in Los Angeles: what does it cost?

In Los Angeles, CA, Tattoo typically costs about $225 per hour, with most prices between $125 and $375.

Why is Los Angeles higher than the national price?

Prices in Los Angeles run about 25% 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.