Ranked · Updated May 2026
The 10 Best Tattoo Shops in Southaven, MS
Ranked top 10 for Southaven, MS — scored by rating, review volume, and distance from Southaven. Updated weekly. See the full Memphis top 10.
Finding a tattoo artist near Southaven 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 Southaven, then ranked them against the wider Memphis market using the same star ratings, review volume, and proximity signals locals already trust — no pay-to-play, no sponsored slots.
Southaven sits inside the Memphis 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 MS 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 Southaven 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 Southaven. 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
Illusion Ink
4.5(523)1.2 mi from Southaven$$Our top pick for Southaven — 1.2 miles from Southaven, with 523 verified reviews averaging 4.5★.
- No.2
PureThirteen Tattoo Company
4.6(336)2.8 mi from Southaven$$PureThirteen Tattoo Company is a tattoo studio in Memphis.
- No.3
Sickside Tattoo Studio
4.4(243)2.8 mi from Southaven$$Sickside Tattoo Studio is a tattoo studio in Memphis.
- No.4
Sweetness Sweets
4.2(65)2.9 mi from Southaven$$Sweetness Sweets is a tattoo studio in Memphis.
- No.5
Killer Rabbit Ink LLC
5.0(214)5.8 mi from Southaven$$Killer Rabbit Ink LLC is a tattoo studio in Memphis.
- No.6
Trilogy
4.4(639)9.2 mi from Southaven$$A 4.4★ studio 9.2 miles from Southaven — 639 reviews.
- No.7
me2tattoo
5.0(326)10.2 mi from Southaven$$A 5.0★ studio 10.2 miles from Southaven — 326 reviews.
- No.8
COOPER SHOP
4.5(255)9.0 mi from Southaven$$COOPER SHOP is a tattoo studio in Memphis.
- No.9
Ink therapy 901 tattoos and piercings
4.8(421)11.0 mi from Southaven$$Ink therapy 901 tattoos and piercings is a tattoo studio in Memphis.
- No.10
Underground Art, Inc.
4.8(164)9.0 mi from Southaven$$Underground Art, Inc.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best tattoo shop near Southaven, MS?+
Based on rating, review count, and proximity, Illusion Ink ranks #1 for Southaven. The full list is ranked by a combination of star average, review volume, and distance from Southaven.
Are these shops actually in Southaven?+
We include studios within roughly 15 miles of Southaven — 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 Southaven?+
Most reputable studios in the Memphis 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.
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