Beauty & Personal Care, North Carolina

Tattoo cost in Raleigh, NC

A typical Tattoo figure in Raleigh is about $187 per hour, about 4% above the national figure of $180.

Typical cost

Typical in Raleigh

$187

per hour

Fair price range: $104 to $312

On the low end
$104
On the high end
$312

Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in Raleigh. 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
Raleigh, NC$187
$104 to $312
National typical$180
$100 to $300
Charlotte, NC$189
$105 to $315
Asheville, NC$184
$102 to $306
Durham, NC$180
$100 to $300
Atlanta, GA$187
$104 to $312
Aurora, CO$187
$104 to $312

Other Beauty & Personal Care costs in Raleigh

Questions people ask

Tattoo in Raleigh: what does it cost?

In Raleigh, NC, Tattoo typically costs about $187 per hour, with most prices between $104 and $312.

Why is Raleigh higher than the national price?

Prices in Raleigh run about 4% 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.