How Much Does a Tattoo Cost?

Every tattoo is priced individually, but here is a clear starting point for tattoos at Tattoo Point in Costa Mesa.

Starting prices

  • Any tattoo: $150 shop minimum

  • Takes 1 hour or less: $150–$200

  • Takes 2 hours or more: around $200 per hour

  • Several tattoos in one session: each one priced separately

Some artists have a higher minimum. The final price is set on the day of your appointment.

What changes the price

  • Size. Bigger tattoos take more time.

  • Detail. Fine shading, micro-realism and dotwork take longer than simple lines.

  • Placement. Ribs, hands, feet and other tricky areas need more care.

  • Color. Color usually takes longer than black and grey.

  • Cover-ups. Each one is a custom project, priced by size and complexity.

Deposit and payment

A $100 deposit reserves your appointment and goes toward your tattoo. We accept cards, Zelle, Venmo and cash; card payments have a 2.5% fee.

Get your exact price

Send a tattoo request with your idea, size and placement. We usually reply within 12 hours. Have more questions? See our FAQ.