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Tattoo Artist in California
Tattoo artists create permanent body art — combining fine art skills with technical execution and client consultations. Top tattoo artists build loyal followings, charge premium rates, and work in sought-after studios or run their own shops, with income ceiling limited only by talent and reputation.
$37,440
CA Median Salary
8%
Growth Rate
1–3 years
Training
💰 Tattoo Artist Salary in California
Estimated salary range for Tattoo Artists in California, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.
🎓 Tattoo Artist Licensing in California
Credential required: State Tattoo License + Bloodborne Pathogen Certification
Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the California state licensing board before enrolling.
Schools and programs related to Tattoo Artist in California
These listings are shown as related training options for Tattoo Artist in California. Before enrolling, compare program length, total cost, credential outcomes, and how well each option matches local employer demand.
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Paul Mitchell the School-Temecula
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Paul Mitchell the School-Costa Mesa
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Bellus Academy-Poway
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International School of Beauty Inc
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Paul Mitchell the School-Fresno
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Paul Mitchell the School-Sacramento
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Federico Beauty Institute
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American Beauty College
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Bellus Academy-Chula Vista
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Milan Institute-Bakersfield
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MTI College
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Advance Beauty College
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Milan Institute-Clovis
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Riverside City College
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Hacienda La Puente Adult Education
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Los Angeles Trade Technical College
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Paul Mitchell the School-Sherman Oaks
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Paul Mitchell the School-Modesto
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Paul Mitchell the School-East Bay
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Milan Institute-Visalia
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Lu Ross Academy
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Fullerton College
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Diamond Beauty College
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Paul Mitchell the School-Pasadena
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Paul Mitchell the School-San Diego
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Citrus Heights Beauty College
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Urban Barber College
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Asian-American International Beauty College
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San Francisco Institute of Esthetics & Cosmetology Inc
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Salon Success Academy-Riverside
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Career Academy of Beauty
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California College of Barbering and Cosmetology
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Salon Success Academy-Upland
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CRU Institute of Cosmetology and Barbering
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Bellus Academy-El Cajon
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Central Valley Barber College
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J D Academy of Salon and Spa
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Professional Institute of Beauty
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Palomar Institute of Cosmetology
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Salon Success Academy-Redlands
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Baldwin Park Adult & Community Education
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Associated Barber College of San Diego
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MIXED Institute of Cosmetology & Barber
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Citrus College
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Institute of Technology
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The Salon Professional Academy-San Jose
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California Hair Design Academy
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Paul Mitchell the School-San Jose
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Pomona Unified School District Adult and Career Education
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Coachella Valley Beauty College
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ZMS The Academy
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Hoss Lee Academy
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Golden West College
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My Le's Beauty College
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North Adrian's College of Beauty Inc
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Coachella Valley Beauty College-Hemet
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Lytles Redwood Empire Beauty College
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Design's School of Cosmetology
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Shasta School of Cosmetology
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Salon Success Academy-Corona
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San Jose City College
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Milan Institute-Merced
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Allan Hancock College
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Lawrence & Company College of Cosmetology
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Hinton Barber and Beauty College
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Advance Beauty Techs Academy
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Coba Academy
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Modern Beauty Academy
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Saddleback College
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Coastline Beauty College
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Lancaster Beauty School
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Hilltop Beauty School
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Adrian's Beauty College of Turlock
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Fredrick and Charles Beauty College
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Milan Institute of Cosmetology-Vacaville
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Laney College
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Milan Institute-Palm Desert
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Estes Institute of Cosmetology Arts and Science
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Salon Success Academy-Fontana
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Cinta Aveda Institute
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Barstow Community College
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Elite Cosmetology School
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Compton College
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Sierra College of Beauty
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Bridges Beauty College
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ABC Adult School
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KC Beauty Academy
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Lyle's College of Beauty
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Beyond 21st Century Beauty Academy
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Santiago Canyon College
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Santa Ana Beauty College
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Southern California College of Barber and Beauty
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Pasadena City College
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California Barber and Beauty College
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Princess Institute of Beauty
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Salon Success Academy-West Covina
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College of San Mateo
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Los Angeles College of Aesthetics
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Flair Beauty College
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Riggins Urban Barber College
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John Wesley International Barber and Beauty College
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International College of Cosmetology
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El Camino Community College District
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Academy for Salon Professionals
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Waynes College of Beauty
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Paul Mitchell the School-North Tahoe
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Gavilan College
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Sacramento City College
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Universal College of Beauty Inc-Los Angeles 2
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International College of Beauty Arts & Sciences
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San Bernardino Beauty College
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Thanh Le College School of Cosmetology
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Santa Ana Beauty Academy
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Butte College
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Victory Career College
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California Beauty School
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Borner's Barber College
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Redondo Beach Beauty College
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Academy of Esthetics and Cosmetology
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Cerritos College
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San Diego City College
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Santa Barbara City College
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Yuba College
How to compare these options
- Look for programs that align with the most common hiring path for Tattoo Artist in California.
- Ask whether graduates are prepared for any required credential, license, or employer screening step.
- Compare cost, completion time, and schedule before making a final decision.
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