Tattoo Shops in Iowa
424 studios across Iowa. Pick a city for full listings with phone numbers, or scroll down for smaller towns.
Iowa has about 3,241,488 residents, so that's 13 tattoo shops per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.
Iowa by feature
- Piercing Shops88
- Walk-In Tattoo Shops33
- Custom Tattoo Design Studios55
- Cover-Up Tattoo Artists12
- Permanent Makeup and Cosmetic Tattooing Studios12
- Studios Offering Professional Ear Piercings10
Cities
- Des Moines42
- Davenport30
- Cedar Rapids27
- Sioux City18
- Council Bluffs10
- Dubuque10
- Iowa City10
- Mason City9
- Waterloo9
- Ankeny7
- Burlington7
- Cedar Falls7
- Fort Dodge7
- Muscatine7
- West Des Moines7
- Ottumwa6
- Storm Lake6
- Urbandale6
- Ames5
- Fairfield5
- Marshalltown5
- Mt Pleasant5
- Oskaloosa5
- Clive4
- Coralville4
- Fort Madison4
- Humboldt4
- Newton4
- Waverly4
- Altoona3
- Bettendorf3
- Carroll3
- Clinton3
- Johnston3
- Keokuk3
- Marion3
- Mt Vernon3
- North Liberty3
- Oelwein3
- Shenandoah3
- Waukee3
- Windsor Heights3
- Anamosa2
- Atlantic2
- Audubon2
- Avoca2
- Boone2
- Centerville2
- Cherokee2
- Clear Lake2
- Decorah2
- Denison2
- Estherville2
- Garner2
- Grundy Center2
- Independence2
- Knoxville2
- Le Claire2
- New Hampton2
- Pleasant Hill2
- Red Oak2
- Spirit Lake2
- Washington2
- West Liberty2
Other towns in Iowa
FierceNatured InkCalmar
109 E Main St, Calmar, IA 52132-7879
🕒 Tue-Thu 2pm-6:30pm, Fri 2pm-8pm, Sat 12pm-8pm
Permanent Makeup by JoanneCharles City
907 N Grand Ave, Charles City, IA 50616-2132
Tree Town Tattoo & Body PiercingForest City
109 N Clark St, Forest City, IA 50436-1672
🕒 Tue-Sat 1-9pm
Eternal EvolutionGrand Junction
306 Main St E, Grand Junction, IA 50107-7702
Legacy Tattoo and Art Co.Grimes
3000 SE Grimes Blvd, Grimes, IA 50111-5007
🕒 Tue-Sat 11am-6pm
Wicked Faith TattoosGuthrie Center
322 State St, Guthrie Center, IA 50115
🕒 Mon 10am-5pm, Tue 10am-5pm, Wed 10am-5pm, Thu 10am-5pm, Fri 10am-5pm
Out of Town TattooLe Mars
32 Central Ave NE, Le Mars, IA 51031-3515
🕒 By appointment only
Solid Line Tattoo & Piercing Co., LLCSergeant Bluff
310 1st St, Sergeant Bluff, IA 51054-8578
Ink therapyStrawberry Point
220 W Spring St, Strawberry Point, IA 52076-9617
Gray Goat Tattoo and PiercingWest Branch
116 N 1st St, West Branch, IA 52358-9663
Mighty Midwest Tattoo and Airbrush StudioWhittemore
404 Broad St, Whittemore, IA 50598-8512
Long Street InkWilliamsburg
522 Elm St, Williamsburg, IA 52361
🕒 Tue-Thu 11am-6pm, Fri 10am-4pm
Good to know about tattoo shops in Iowa
Where can I buy body jewelry near me?
High-quality body jewelry is available at professional piercing studios and dedicated body art shops throughout Iowa. You can browse 424 verified locations across the region offering titanium, gold, and implant-grade steel jewelry. Check individual listings to find nearby shops selling sanitized, studio-grade options.
Who accepts Apple Pay near me?
Many modern tattoo studios and piercing shops accept contact-free payments like Apple Pay for appointments and merchandise. In Iowa, our directory includes 424 top-rated studios offering convenient payment options. Contact individual shops from our listings to confirm their accepted payment methods before your visit.
How to get a body piercing license?
Body piercing licensure requirements are established at state and county levels, typically requiring bloodborne pathogens certification, an apprenticeship, and a facility permit. In Iowa, candidates must comply with health department regulations to practice legally. You can explore 424 established piercing studios in the area to inquire about potential apprenticeships.
How much do tattoos cost?
Tattoo pricing depends heavily on the size, detail, placement, and hourly rate of the artist. Small minimalist designs start at shop minimums, while large custom pieces require multi-hour or full-day sessions. You can use TattooAtlas to discover local shops and request custom quotes directly from experienced artists.
What is American traditional tattoo?
American traditional tattoo is a classic style defined by bold black outlines, a limited color palette of primary shades, and iconic imagery like anchors, eagles, and roses. This timeless aesthetic remains one of the most popular tattoo styles across American studios. You can search TattooAtlas to find specialists who focus on traditional flash and custom designs.