What are the main factors that influence a Tattoo Apprentice's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Tattoo Apprentice's salary?

A Tattoo Apprentice's salary grows with experience: an Advertising Supervisor (10+ years)earns $103,152, an Advertising Manager (10+ years)earns $119,299, an Advertising Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $155,785, an Advertising Director (10+ years)earns $172,771,

What are the highest paying states for a Tattoo Apprentice?

Tattoo Apprentice salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Tattoo Apprentice roles are District of Columbia $54,105, California $53,899, Massachusetts $53,181. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Tattoo Apprentice roles make?

Salaries for Tattoo Apprentice level roles vary by specialization: Tattoo Shop Manager: $80,075; Driver Apprentice: $68,159; Lineman Apprentice: $63,004; Electrician - Apprentice: $55,600; Construction Apprentice: $54,496.

Tattoo Apprentice Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Tattoo Apprentice make in Rhode Island?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Tattoo Apprentice in Rhode Island is $50,664 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

However, a Tattoo Apprentice's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,984
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,806 to $62,347
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,740

Compensation Planning

Develop a Job Description

Pay Equity

2025 Compensation Trend

Smart Recruiting

AI-Powered Talent

Salary Salary + Bonus Benefits

View as table

Tattoo Apprentice Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,347	$5,196	$1,199	$30
Average	$50,664	$4,222	$974	$24
25th Percentile	$41,806	$3,484	$804	$20

You may get higher pay by adjusting the following factors:

Change Search Criteria

Check out Tattoo Apprentice Job Openings in Rhode Island

Home Health Occupational Therapy Case Manager

Adara Home Health - HUTCHINSON, MN

Travel MRI Technologist

Focus Staff - SCARBOROUGH, ME

Travel NICU RN

Focus Staff - TACOMA, WA

Travel PCU RN

Focus Staff - SHELBY, NC

Search More Tattoo Apprentice Jobs in Rhode Island

Key Factors That Influence Tattoo Apprentice Salaries

A Tattoo Apprentice's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Tattoo Apprentice Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Tattoo Apprentices. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $54,105.
California: $53,899.
Massachusetts: $53,181.

District of Columbia $54,105 California $53,899 Massachusetts $53,181 Washington $52,986 New Jersey $52,966 Alaska $52,898 Connecticut $52,223 New York $51,950

Hawaii $51,075 Rhode Island $50,664 Maryland $50,386 Minnesota $50,005 Colorado $49,858 Illinois $49,809 Oregon $49,624 Delaware $49,487

New Hampshire $49,401 Virginia $49,208 Pennsylvania $48,646 Nevada $48,363 North Dakota $48,270 Michigan $48,123 Wisconsin $48,070 Vermont $47,962

Texas $47,664 Maine $47,645 Arizona $47,615 Ohio $47,581 Georgia $47,131 Indiana $46,907 Wyoming $46,863 Utah $46,794

Iowa $46,765 Kansas $46,530 Louisiana $46,462 North Carolina $46,438 Missouri $46,428 Florida $46,237 Montana $46,135 Nebraska $46,037

Kentucky $45,983 South Carolina $45,788 Tennessee $45,665 Idaho $45,617 New Mexico $45,260 Oklahoma $45,182 Alabama $44,893 South Dakota $44,410

Arkansas $44,146 West Virginia $44,004 Mississippi $43,579

Top Paying Cities for Tattoo Apprentices

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $51,495
Albion: $50,640
Ashaway: $51,691

Adamsville, RI $51,495 Albion, RI $50,640 Ashaway, RI $51,691 Barrington, RI $50,640 Block Island, RI $51,422 Bradford, RI $51,656 Bristol, RI $50,591 Carolina, RI $51,236

Charlestown, RI $51,290 Chepachet, RI $50,542 Clayville, RI $50,591 Coventry, RI $50,542 West Greenwich, RI $50,508 East Greenwich, RI $50,577 Exeter, RI $51,656 Fiskeville, RI $50,640

Forestdale, RI $50,591 Foster, RI $50,508 Glendale, RI $50,508 Greene, RI $51,075 Greenville, RI $50,640 Harmony, RI $50,625 Harrisville, RI $50,542 Hope, RI $50,640

Hope Valley, RI $51,691 Hopkinton, RI $51,705 Jamestown, RI $51,187 Kenyon, RI $51,642 Little Compton, RI $51,476 Manville, RI $50,640 Mapleville, RI $50,508 Newport, RI $51,197

Middletown, RI $51,412 North Kingstown, RI $50,493 North Scituate, RI $50,625 Oakland, RI $50,557 Pascoag, RI $50,528 Pawtucket, RI $50,640 Central Falls, RI $50,640 Cumberland, RI $50,640

Lincoln, RI $50,640 Portsmouth, RI $50,992 Prudence Island, RI $50,542 Rockville, RI $51,705 Saunderstown, RI $51,217 Shannock, RI $51,627 Slatersville, RI $50,591 Slocum, RI $51,217

Tiverton, RI $51,510 Wakefield, RI $51,163 Kingston, RI $51,173 Narragansett, RI $51,182 Peace Dale, RI $51,163 Warren, RI $50,625 Warwick, RI $50,640 Westerly, RI $51,720

West Kingston, RI $51,202 West Warwick, RI $50,640 Wood River Junction, RI $51,656 Woonsocket, RI $50,591 North Smithfield, RI $50,625 Wyoming, RI $51,642 Providence, RI $50,640 Cranston, RI $50,640

North Providence, RI $50,640 East Providence, RI $50,640 Riverside, RI $50,640 Rumford, RI $50,640 Smithfield, RI $50,640 Johnston, RI $50,640

Tattoo Apprentice Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Tattoo Apprentice's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$41,806

Average $50,664/year

$62,347

$3,484

Average $4,222/month

$5,196

$804

Average $974/week

$1,199

$20

Average $24/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,347	$5,196	$1,199	$30
Average	$50,664	$4,222	$974	$24
25th Percentile	$41,806	$3,484	$804	$20

Salaries of jobs related to Tattoo Apprentice

Find Your Next Tattoo Apprentice Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Tattoo Apprentice job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

For Employees

Get a Salary Increase

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Search Job Openings

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

For Employers

Adjust Employee Salary

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Price My Industry Jobs

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Cost of Living In Rhode Island

Cost of Living in Rhode Island is

3.7% Higher

than the National Average

Use Salary.com's Cost of Living Calculator to find out what income you need to maintain your standard of living in a different city and how much more or less money you need to budget for basic expenses.

Explore Cost of Living Calculator

Empower Your Team

Salary.com experts will help you thrive your workplaces.

Find Salary.com Comp Consulting

See Salary Trends in 2025

Salary.com provides salary survey data for thousands of industry Jobs.

Price Your Company Jobs and Make Pay Fair

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
Job and employee pricing reports
Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.

Learn about