How much does a tattoo cost in Miami?
The honest answer: it depends on size, placement, and detail. But I won't leave you with just "it depends" — here are real ranges so you show up with a clear idea.
- My minimum price: $120 USD.
- Small $120–300 · Medium $300–600 · Large $600–900.
- Tricky areas (ribs, hands, neck): about +20%.
- Full sleeve: per session, ~$120/hour.
- A $50 Zelle deposit locks your appointment and counts toward the total.
In Miami the studio minimum is usually between $150 and $200, because big cities have higher operating costs and run 30% to 50% above the national average. At my studio the minimum starts at $120: an accessible entry point for hand-drawn work made for you.
Ranges by size
These are my reference ranges. They're not the final price (I lock that once I see your design), but they'll help you budget:
Tougher areas (hands, neck, ribs) add +20%: the skin behaves differently, takes longer, and demands more precision.
What raises (or lowers) the price
Size: the number-one factor. Bigger = more time = higher cost.
Placement: arm, forearm, and thigh are friendly ground and go faster; ribs, hands, and feet take longer.
Level of detail: lots of fine linework, texture, or shading takes more hours than something simple.
Color: color and gradients usually add time compared with black linework.
Fine line: fine line is unforgiving — one shaky stroke ruins the piece. That precision takes time, which is why specialists price with judgment, not by the pound.
The deposit
To confirm your appointment I ask for a $50 deposit via Zelle. It's applied to the total — not an extra charge. It's non-refundable if you cancel with less than 48 hours' notice, because that slot was held for you.
Quick questions
What's the minimum price?
$120 USD. In Miami the studio minimum usually runs $150 to $200, so $120 is accessible for custom work.
Do you charge by the hour or by the piece?
Small and medium pieces are priced by design (a set price). Sleeves and large pieces are quoted per project, with a reference of ~$120/hr in sessions of about 6 hours.
Is the deposit applied?
Yes, the $50 deposit via Zelle is applied to the total. It's non-refundable with less than 48h notice.
Can I pay in parts?
Large projects can be split into sessions, paying per session. We map that out when we plan your piece.
How do I get my exact price?
Send me your idea, size, and placement in the quote form with a reference; I'll send an estimate and we lock the price once we define the design.
Prices in USD, for reference and subject to change. The final price is confirmed after seeing the design, size, and placement.