Beauty & Personal Care, California
Tattoo cost in San Jose, CA
A typical Tattoo figure in San Jose is about $248 per hour, about 38% above the national figure of $180.
Typical cost
Typical in San Jose
$248
per hour
Fair price range: $138 to $414
- On the low end
- $138
- On the high end
- $414
Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in San Jose. Not a quote.
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How prices have moved
Up 3.1%past year
Up 23.9%over five years
What moves the price
- Artist demand
- Size
- Color
- Shop minimum
- Touch-ups
Ways to pay less
- Start small
- Ask about day rates for large pieces
- Tip on the session
- Confirm touch-up policy
- Avoid impulsing on flash if you want custom
Tattoo in similar cities
| Place | Typical | Range |
|---|---|---|
| San Jose, CA | $248 | $138 to $414 |
| National typical | $180 | $100 to $300 |
| Sunnyvale, CA | $245 | $136 to $408 |
| San Francisco, CA | $252 | $140 to $420 |
| Santa Barbara, CA | $241 | $134 to $402 |
| New York, NY | $252 | $140 to $420 |
| Cambridge, MA | $237 | $132 to $395 |
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Questions people ask
Tattoo in San Jose: what does it cost?
In San Jose, CA, Tattoo typically costs about $248 per hour, with most prices between $138 and $414.
Why is San Jose higher than the national price?
Prices in San Jose run about 38% 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.