Beauty & Personal Care, New Jersey

Tattoo cost in Newark, NJ

A typical Tattoo figure in Newark is about $205 per hour, about 14% above the national figure of $180.

Typical cost

Typical in Newark

$205

per hour

Fair price range: $114 to $342

On the low end
$114
On the high end
$342

Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in Newark. 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
Newark, NJ$205
$114 to $342
National typical$180
$100 to $300
Elizabeth, NJ$198
$110 to $330
Paterson, NJ$194
$108 to $324
Jersey City, NJ$227
$126 to $378
Escondido, CA$196
$109 to $327
Naperville, IL$205
$114 to $342

Other Beauty & Personal Care costs in Newark

Questions people ask

Tattoo in Newark: what does it cost?

In Newark, NJ, Tattoo typically costs about $205 per hour, with most prices between $114 and $342.

Why is Newark higher than the national price?

Prices in Newark run about 14% 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.