Ranked · Updated May 2026
The 10 Best Tattoo Shops in Meridian, ID
Ranked top 10 for Meridian, ID — scored by rating, review volume, and distance from Meridian. Updated weekly. See the full Boise top 10.
Finding a tattoo artist near Meridian usually means weighing two things at once: how good the shop actually is, and how far you're realistically willing to drive for it. This guide solves both. We pulled every verified studio within 15 miles of Meridian, then ranked them against the wider Boise market using the same star ratings, review volume, and proximity signals locals already trust — no pay-to-play, no sponsored slots.
Meridian sits inside the Boise tattoo scene, which means residents get the benefit of big-city talent without big-city wait times. The shops below range from neighborhood walk-in studios to appointment-only specialists known across ID for custom work. Whether you're booking your first piece or adding to a full sleeve, the list is ordered to put the strongest match for Meridian at the top.
What to expect from this list
- Verified ratings only. Every shop has real review history — we exclude studios with no public track record.
- Distance from Meridian. Each listing shows exact mileage so you can balance quality against drive time.
- Style tags. Filter by what you actually want inked — fine line, traditional, blackwork, realism, Japanese, and more.
- Booking signals. We flag walk-in availability, price tier, and direct links to each studio's site and Instagram.
- Refreshed weekly. Rankings move as new reviews land — no stale "best of 2019" lists.
- No.1
Muse Tattoo Studios
4.8(112)In Meridian$$Our top pick for Meridian — right in Meridian, with 112 verified reviews averaging 4.8★.
- No.2
Imperial Body Art
4.5(619)1.5 mi from Meridian$$Imperial Body Art is a tattoo studio in Meridian.
- No.3
Luckys Tattoo Parlor
5.0(133)0.9 mi from Meridian$$Luckys Tattoo Parlor is a tattoo studio in Meridian.
- No.4
Idaho LiveWire Tattoo
5.0(41)In Meridian$$Idaho LiveWire Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Meridian.
- No.5
Stay True Tattoo Collective
4.9(71)In Meridian$$Stay True Tattoo Collective is a tattoo studio in Meridian.
- No.6
Burn The Boats Tattoo
5.0(1,146)2.7 mi from Meridian$$Burn The Boats Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Meridian.
- No.7
McNabbs Tattoo & Piercing
5.0(2,140)4.1 mi from Meridian$$McNabbs Tattoo & Piercing is a tattoo studio in Boise.
- No.8
Machine Gun Kelly Ann Tattoo
5.0(37)0.7 mi from Meridian$$Machine Gun Kelly Ann Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Meridian.
- No.9
Level Up Tattoos
4.1(106)0.8 mi from Meridian$$Level Up Tattoos is a tattoo studio in Meridian.
- No.10
Daydream Tattoo
5.0(7)In Meridian$$Daydream Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Meridian.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best tattoo shop near Meridian, ID?+
Based on rating, review count, and proximity, Muse Tattoo Studios ranks #1 for Meridian. The full list is ranked by a combination of star average, review volume, and distance from Meridian.
Are these shops actually in Meridian?+
We include studios within roughly 15 miles of Meridian — the realistic radius most people drive for a tattoo appointment. Each listing shows its distance and neighborhood so you can pick what's convenient.
How much do tattoos cost near Meridian?+
Most reputable studios in the Boise area charge $150–$250 per hour for custom work, with shop minimums around $80–$120. Specialists and well-known artists routinely run $300+ per hour. Always confirm pricing during your consultation.
How often is this list updated?+
Our shop data refreshes weekly — ratings, review counts, and rankings reflect the most recent verified data from each studio.
Looking beyond Meridian?
See every top-rated shop across the Boise metro — ranked by reviews and verified weekly.
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