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How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 69%99+68.5Reliability 31%96+29.5Experts Score= 98Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.98SCORE

Black Thorn Tattoo

Kimberly, WI · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #2Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 19 tattoo parlors · 5.0★ from 51 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other tattoo parlors (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: reliability.

SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Black Thorn Tattoo is better than 99% of tattoo parlors.A
99
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Black Thorn Tattoo is better than 96% of tattoo parlors.A
96
Craft & serviceCraft & service · 0% of the scoreGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Black Thorn Tattoo is better than —% of tattoo parlors.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Black Thorn Tattoo is better than —% of tattoo parlors.–
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MomentumMomentum · 0% of the scorePenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Black Thorn Tattoo is better than 100% of tattoo parlors.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Black Thorn Tattoo is better than —% of tattoo parlors.–
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Reviews for your job

Customers hired Black Thorn Tattoo for 8 kinds of job.

Black Thorn Tattoo for tattoo design

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.10
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).5.00
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$450–500
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$74–$233
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 83/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Tattoo design”:Stars on this job 55%Number of such jobs 25%Overall Experts Score 20%Stars are pulled toward the category average when a company has few tagged jobs, so 3 perfect reviews don’t beat 80 great ones. 4.3★ scores 0, 5.0★ scores full. Volume is compared with the busiest company for this job.#6 / 18

All 10 Google reviews tagged “Tattoo design”

KellyLocal Guide · 23 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 7 months ago★★★★★

Highly recommended this tattoo shop! Clean space and super clean tats!

Abstract tattoosColor ink tattoosTattoo aftercare
GunnarLocal Guide · 95 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Bee did fantastic work, 8/8 gr8 m8

Paid $500+TattoosTattoo design
Bex3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

I went there today and had a piece done by the wonderful Majo, she does such excellent work! Everyone at the shop is super nice, and she made sure I was comfortable during the whole experience. I've never had so much fun getting a tattoo before, she was so nice to talk with, and I will definitely be going back for…

Customer photo from Bex's reviewCustomer photo from Bex's review
Paid $250–300TattoosTattoo design
JasonLocal Guide · 19 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Jorge came in on a Sunday to fit our schedule. I would highly recommend this place. Jorge was super friendly and took the time to explain process and after care for a first time tattoo recipient.

TattoosTattoo design
Heather5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★

I went in 2 weeks ago and received a tattoo from Steven. Fantastic work and I couldn’t be more happy with how it turned out. A saxophone is super challenging too, so that makes his tattooing skills even more impressive. He is also super easy to work with and truly invested in making sure you are happy with the…

Customer photo from Heather's review
TattoosTattoo designTattoo aftercare
NicholasLocal Guide · 8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★

Go get inked! Talented and diverse artists!

Paid $450–500TattoosTattoo designAbstract tattoos
Kyle7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 years ago★★★★★

I had a Valkyrie with my wife’s face and I’m glad I went to Black Thorn. Spot on what I was looking for.

Customer photo from Kyle's review
Intimate tattoosPhoto-realistic tattoosTattoos
AnyaLocal Guide · 20 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Highly recommend Zach if you come here! I just got my third tattoo from him and he’s amazing! The place is super cool, very spacious, and has very good vibes overall. Again, highly recommend this place!

Fine line tattoosTattoosTattoo design
Josh9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Black Thorn is 10/10. I’m willing to bet you won’t find better artists and you definitely won’t find better conversations. Jorge is a wizard and a master of his craft. Do yourself a favor and get a sick tattoo from Black Thorn.

Abstract tattoosTattoo aftercareColor ink tattoos
Jonathon4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Awesome place to get tattooed. Jorge and all the staff there are super friendly and extremely knowledgeable on their craft. Super comfortable environment, Most of my sessions have been a few hours never felt uncomfortable at any point of time 10/10 would recommend.

Abstract tattoosTattoo aftercareFigurative tattoos

Price

$462+192% vs typical tattoo parlors

Bar = middle half of what customers paid · gold mark = category median.

Price verdictsGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Great price 0%Reasonable 0%Overpriced 0%Not sure 0%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Tattoos23$114–$340
Tattoo design10$74–$233
Photo-realistic tattoos8—
Fine line tattoos6$132–$359
Abstract tattoos4$139–$614
Tattoo aftercare4—
Color ink tattoos3$144–$536
Solid black work tattoos2$169–$410

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