Ranked · Updated May 2026
The 10 Best Tattoo Shops in Carson City, NV
Ranked top 10 for Carson City, NV — scored by rating, review volume, and distance from Carson City. Updated weekly. See the full Reno top 10.
Finding a tattoo artist near Carson City 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 Carson City, then ranked them against the wider Reno market using the same star ratings, review volume, and proximity signals locals already trust — no pay-to-play, no sponsored slots.
Carson City sits inside the Reno 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 NV 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 Carson City 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 Carson City. 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
TikTak Tattoos
5.0(346)1.1 mi from Carson City$$Our top pick for Carson City — 1.1 miles from Carson City, with 346 verified reviews averaging 5.0★.
- No.2
Distinct Ink Tattoos
4.9(182)0.8 mi from Carson City$$Distinct Ink Tattoos is a tattoo studio in Carson City.
- No.3
Odyssey Tattoo & Piercing
4.9(171)0.9 mi from Carson City$$Odyssey Tattoo & Piercing is a tattoo studio in Carson City.
- No.4
Rice Street Tattoo
4.8(93)0.5 mi from Carson City$$Rice Street Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Carson City.
- No.5
Black Harbor Tattoo
4.8(139)1.1 mi from Carson City$$Black Harbor Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Carson City.
- No.6
Paradise
4.8(367)2.2 mi from Carson City$$Paradise is a tattoo studio in Carson City.
- No.7
Obsidian Tattoo
5.0(66)1.0 mi from Carson City$$Obsidian Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Carson City.
- No.8
Injured Ink Tattoos
5.0(54)1.0 mi from Carson City$$Injured Ink Tattoos is a tattoo studio in Carson City.
- No.9
Spear Me
4.5(126)2.2 mi from Carson City$$Spear Me is a tattoo studio in Carson City.
- No.10
Dark Willow Emporium
5.0(12)0.9 mi from Carson City$$Dark Willow Emporium is a tattoo studio in Carson City.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best tattoo shop near Carson City, NV?+
Based on rating, review count, and proximity, TikTak Tattoos ranks #1 for Carson City. The full list is ranked by a combination of star average, review volume, and distance from Carson City.
Are these shops actually in Carson City?+
We include studios within roughly 15 miles of Carson City — 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 Carson City?+
Most reputable studios in the Reno 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 Carson City?
See every top-rated shop across the Reno metro — ranked by reviews and verified weekly.
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