Tattoo Shops in North Carolina
1164 studios across North Carolina. Pick a city for full listings with phone numbers, or scroll down for smaller towns.
North Carolina has about 11,046,024 residents, so that's 11 tattoo shops per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.
North Carolina by feature
- Piercing Shops235
- Walk-In Tattoo Shops108
- Custom Tattoo Design Studios177
- Cover-Up Tattoo Artists53
- Permanent Makeup and Cosmetic Tattooing Studios28
- Studios Offering Professional Ear Piercings13
- Neo Traditional Tattoo Artists and Studios26
- Fine Line and Single Needle Tattoo Artists20
Cities
- Charlotte139
- Raleigh78
- Fayetteville64
- Jacksonville50
- Asheville49
- Wilmington48
- Greensboro46
- Winston-Salem33
- Durham19
- Cary15
- Hendersonville15
- Matthews15
- Concord13
- Greenville13
- Hickory13
- Boone12
- Burlington11
- Gastonia11
- Garner10
- Shelby10
- Elizabeth City9
- Kannapolis9
- New Bern9
- Statesville9
- Waynesville9
- Asheboro8
- Havelock8
- Lexington8
- Mooresville8
- Mt Airy8
- Clayton7
- Goldsboro7
- Morganton7
- Salisbury7
- Archdale6
- Clemmons6
- High Point6
- Lumberton6
- Roanoke Rapids6
- Roxboro6
- Wake Forest6
- Cornelius5
- Huntersville5
- Kernersville5
- Lenoir5
- Murphy5
- Reidsville5
- Rocky Mount5
- Sanford5
- Sylva5
- Carrboro4
- Chapel Hill4
- Cherokee4
- Conover4
- Eden4
- Franklin4
- Hillsborough4
- Holly Ridge4
- Indian Trail4
- King4
- Marion4
- Monroe4
- Morehead City4
- North Wilkesboro4
- Pineville4
- Rutherfordton4
- Spring Lake4
- Thomasville4
- Whiteville4
- Belmont3
- Dallas3
- Dunn3
- Granite Falls3
- Kill Devil Hills3
- Kinston3
- Lillington3
- Louisburg3
- Mint Hill3
- Mt Holly3
- Ocean Isle Beach3
- Rockingham3
- Sneads Ferry3
- Spruce Pine3
- Supply3
- Valdese3
- Wilkesboro3
- Wilson3
- Yadkinville3
- Ahoskie2
- Albemarle2
- Angier2
- Apex2
- Arden2
- Bostic2
- Brevard2
- Bryson City2
- Candler2
- Canton2
- Carthage2
- Clinton2
- Coats2
- Cullowhee2
- Emerald Isle2
- Fairview2
- Fletcher2
- Gibsonville2
- Granite Quarry2
- Hayesville2
- Henderson2
- Hope Mills2
- Knightdale2
- Laurinburg2
- Lincolnton2
- Maggie Valley2
- Mebane2
- Mocksville2
- Mt Olive2
- Newton2
- Oxford2
- Pilot Mountain2
- Randleman2
- Shallotte2
- Southern Pines2
- Stallings2
- Swannanoa2
- Wallace2
- Warrenton2
- Washington2
- Woodfin2
Other towns in North Carolina
Fabulous Ink TattooBlanch
Fabulous Ink Tattoo Studio LLC, Blanch, NC 27212
Happy Leaf TattooBridgeton
811 D St, Bridgeton, NC 28519
Toujours Belle Permanent Makeup and PiercingsCalabash
9188 Beach Dr, Calabash, NC 28467-2902
Pleasure Island TattooCarolina Beach
1009 Lake Park Blvd N, Carolina Beach, NC 28428-4852
Skin City TattooDobson
519 N Main St, Dobson, NC 27017-8848
Ink Rites TattooEast Bend
NC 67 Hwy, East Bend, NC 27018, United States, East Bend, NC 27018
American Tattoo Society of Ft BraggFort Liberty
4401 Rock Merritt Ave, Fort Liberty, NC 28310
Robert Meyers TattoosFuquay Varina
706 N Main St, Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
🕒 12pm-8pm daily
401 Tattoo and AntiquitiesFuquay-Varina
706 N Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526-2029
Voodoo Ink & Mechanical Inc.Grover
1122 Lavender Rd, Grover, NC 28073-7718
Lost Soul CollectiveHampstead
14689 US Highway 17 N, Hampstead, NC 28443
🕒 Sun-Mon: 11am-3pm, Tue-Sat: 10am-7pm
Big Rich InksHaw River
1003 W Main St, Haw River, NC 27258-8930
Mix'd InkJonesville
226 N Bridge St, Jonesville, NC 28642-2222
Iron Anchor Tattoo and CBD OilsLeland
9625 Old Mill Rd, Leland, NC 28451-8381
🕒 1pm-9pm
The Family Stone TattooLewisville
6285 Shallowford Rd Ste 190, Lewisville, NC 27023
Vertigo Tattoo and Body PiercingManns Harbor
7594 Shipyard Rd, Manns Harbor, NC 27953-9667
Hymns & Curses TattooMurfreesboro
11200 US Highway 258, Murfreesboro, NC 27855
🕒 Mon appointment only, Tue-Thu 11am-6pm, Fri-Sat 11am-7pm
Tattoos by East Coast EddieRocky Point
11975 US Highway 117 S, Rocky Point, NC 28457-8894
First ImpressionsSmithfield
517 W Market St, Smithfield, NC 27577-3324
🕒 Tue 2pm-9:30pm, Wed 2pm-10pm, Thu 2pm-9:30pm, Fri-Sat 2pm-10pm
Inklanation Custom TattoosSouthport
4557 Long Beach Rd SE, Southport, NC 28461-8797
🕒 Tue-Sat 12-8pm
Ink'd Dreamz Tattoo & Body PiercingStoneville
11332 US Highway 220, Stoneville, NC 27048-8318
Ink & Ivy Tattoo StudioWalkertown
4736 Walkertown Plaza Blvd, Walkertown, NC 27051-9772
Bad Fun Company Tattoos and PiercingsYoungsville
100 Holden Rd, Youngsville, NC 27596-9128
Good to know about tattoo shops in North Carolina
Where can I buy body jewelry near me?
High-quality body jewelry is available at professional piercing studios and dedicated body art shops throughout North Carolina. You can browse 1164 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 North Carolina, our directory includes 1164 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 North Carolina, candidates must comply with health department regulations to practice legally. You can explore 1164 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.