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Tattoo artist salary in United States (Updated 2026)
How much does a Tattoo Artist make in the United States?
Average base salary
$58,807
- Hour
- Day
- Week
- Month
- Year
Average $58,807
Low $30,417
High $113,693
The average salary for a tattoo artist is $58,807 per year in the United States. 536 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 10, 2026).
Highest paying companies for Tattoo Artist in United States
Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.The Holy Grail
$260,000per year
Chop Shop
$249,600per year
Wink
$187,200per year
Nail Lounge
$185,297per year
Anonymous Company
$182,000per year
The Ink Spot
$182,000per year
