Tattoo Artist Tip Rate. The general consensus in the tattoo community is that 20 percent is the typical amount to tip just like at a restaurant or a hair salon. As for tipping there is a standard.
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Dont stiff an artist because your tattoo is expensive or you cant afford to tip. As for tipping there is a standard. Like other types of services there is no established percentage for tipping tattoo artists.
Keep in mind most artists pay at least 20 to 30 percent per tattoo for supplies rent and overall tattooing costs Abad says.
Your tip should reflect your experience. A 500 tip would certainly be accepted more graciously than nothing at all. In these cases its acceptable to give a 20-25 tip. This is the most common reason tattoo artists like tips.
