Tattoo Ink Pricing
Current market data for 5,308 tattoo ink listings.
What you'll usually pay
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👉 In short easy summary
Value is found in individual inks and mixing solutions, which are priced below the 21.48 median. Ink sets and premium brands like Star brite show significant price increases, with deltas up to 146%.
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Price by type
Why? Prices range from 14.99 for mixing solutions to 30.6 for full ink sets.
Price by color
Why? Blue is the most affordable at 16, while multicolor options reach 27.99.
Price by brand
Why? Pricing varies from unbranded at 24.84 to Star brite at 52.94.
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Common questions
What is the median price for a standard tattoo ink?
The median price for ink is 22.39.
How do ink sets compare to individual inks in price?
Ink sets have a median price of 30.6, which is 42% higher than the category average.
Which brand has the highest median price?
Star brite has the highest median price at 52.94.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $11–$111, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked August 7, 2026.