Beauty & Personal Care, District of Columbia
Tattoo cost in Washington, DC
A typical Tattoo figure in Washington is about $234 per hour, about 30% above the national figure of $180.
Typical cost
Typical in Washington
$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 Washington. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Washington, DC | $234 | $130 to $390 |
| National typical | $180 | $100 to $300 |
| Irvine, CA | $234 | $130 to $390 |
| Arlington, VA | $230 | $128 to $384 |
| Bellevue, WA | $238 | $132 to $396 |
| Berkeley, CA | $238 | $132 to $396 |
| Boston, MA | $235 | $131 to $392 |
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Questions people ask
Tattoo in Washington: what does it cost?
In Washington, DC, Tattoo typically costs about $234 per hour, with most prices between $130 and $390.
Why is Washington higher than the national price?
Prices in Washington 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.