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San Diego Tattoo Company logoHow 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 55%95+51.8Reliability 24%95+23Value 14%97+13.7Replies to reviews 7%37+2.6Craft & service penalty98−0.2Experts Score= 91Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.91SCORE

San Diego Tattoo Company

San Diego, CA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #29Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 49 piercing studios · 4.9★ from 947 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other piercing studios (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 craft & service; weakest: replies to reviews.

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.San Diego Tattoo Company is better than 95% of piercing studios.A
95
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.San Diego Tattoo Company is better than 95% of piercing studios.A
95
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.San Diego Tattoo Company is better than 98% of piercing studios.A
98
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.San Diego Tattoo Company is better than 97% of piercing studios.A
97
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.San Diego Tattoo Company is better than 100% of piercing studios.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.San Diego Tattoo Company is better than 37% of piercing studios.D
37

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Customers hired San Diego Tattoo Company for 8 kinds of job.

San Diego Tattoo Company for female tattoos

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.20
★ 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.$50–100
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$124–$469
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 96/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Female tattoos”: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.#2 / 13

All 20 Google reviews tagged “Female tattoos”

Britt12 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 months ago★★★★★

10000000/10 absolutely loooove my tattoo done by Mau! I’m so excited to continue our journey for the rest of my leg sleeve & to keep coming back for any and all tattoos in the future! Such amazing work and such a fun vibe

Customer photo from Britt's review
Paid $500+Tattoo designFemale tattoosTattoos
TroubledLocal 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. · a year ago★★★★★

Amir is so chill, his work is clean, and the vibes are something else 😜💜 I'll be back for more ink!

Paid $100–150Fine line tattoosSolid black work tattoosFemale tattoos
Lena4 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 was in town visiting and only had a few hours left before my flight took off back home. As I was driving, I happen to see a Amir sitting outside and I quickly pulled over and ask him about doing me a tattoo. I wasn’t sure of exactly what I wanted, but I quickly found a small heart with stylistic wings design thats…

Paid $100–150Female tattoosTattoos
MeganLocal Guide · 54 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★★★★★

Amazing. Super happy with the service and quality of the tattoos. My sister, mom and I each requested a small tattoo. We were able to walk in and each pick our own designs at various levels of complexity. I enjoyed David and his professionalism. He was very professional and friendly. The studio was clean,…

Female tattoosTattoos
Tori1 reviewTotal 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★★★★★

On vacation in San Diego, from Wyoming. Walked into San Diego tatto company, to get a memorial tattoo, they took care of all our details. My husband and I ended up getting 5 tattoos & a nose piercing. As a 52 year old I didn’t think it would look good. Danny (the piercer) made me feel confident & it turned out…

Paid $150–200TattoosTattoo designTattoo cover-ups & reworkings
Jennifer2 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★★★★★

Can’t say enough about Jake’s amazing artistry in designing & completing my American Traditional cardinal! He captured my beloved late Grandmother’s spirit so beautifully. He made me comfortable and at ease - while keeping a great convo rolling through the experience. All around outstanding professional. Can’t wait…

Paid $200–250Tattoo designFemale tattoosOld-fashioned tattoos
pearl4 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★★★★★

Erick completed my tattoo, it was a tattoo that i was writing myself. It took me forever to write it, and actually like my handwriting for the tattoo lol. He was very patient through out the whole process and I really love my tattoo. The experience made the tattoo even better. Definitely recommend this place & Erick!

Paid $50–100TattoosTattoo designTattoo aftercare
Isabelle3 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 great experience here and with Niko. I randomly walked in with my sister and baby and wanted to get a scorpion. Niko was very accommodating and super nice and calm. He was cool to me and my sister (who ended up getting a tattoo as well) and my child. He was an awesome artist and I absolutely LOVE the piece I…

Female tattoosTattoosTattoo design
Andrea6 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★★★★★

Damien was super chill and fun during my tattoo session. Ended up getting two tattoos. Definitely going again to him he absolutely killed it!

Female tattoosTattoos
Sydni3 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★★★★★

Niko did an awesome job on my tattoos! He was so precise and thorough, and my lettering couldn’t have turned out cleaner! Highly recommend dropping in this shop!

Female tattoosTattoos
Nicco7 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★★★★★

Had a great time getting a tattoo here. Staff was awesome and the space was very clean. Nick was very professional and did a fantastic job.

Female tattoosMale tattoosNose piercing
Lela3 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★★★★★

Got my first tattoo here and they definitely made it a great experience!

Female tattoosTattoosTattoo design
Breezy7 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★★★★★

Great service! Took me in as a walk-in, and very took in consideration of my ideas. Totally recommend.

Color ink tattoosFemale tattoos
Noah5 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★★★★★

Came in for some late night ink and piercings, and they were so friendly and flexible and also super talented. Will be my first choice next time I'm in town!!

Ear piercingFemale tattoosPiercings
Alexys5 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★★★★★

Can did a great job! It was a great experience!!

Female tattoos
Nicole4 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★★★★★

Cam was awesome 👏 dainty tattoo approved 🤍

Color ink tattoosFemale tattoosFine line tattoos
Adrienne5 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★★★★★

Thomas was very attentive and very helpful when doing my tattoo. He drew the exact tattoo I wanted and then tattooed me in record time. He was very helpful. Highly recommended ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Female tattoosTattoosTattoo design
Aashi1 reviewTotal 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 got my first tattoo from Ronin. He is very professional and polite, and his passion for tattooing is infectious. Ronin was able to squeeze in my appointment before a flight, without compromising on tattoo quality. When on Garnet Ave close to Pacific Beach, look for Grimmrose tattoo, and ask for him. The tattoo…

Tattoo aftercareFemale tattoosFine line tattoos
Julia7 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $50–100Abstract tattoosFine line tattoosBody art
Kylie4 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Delicate dot work tattoosFemale tattoosFine line tattoos

Price

$119-5% vs typical piercing studios

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
Tattoos236$114–$277
Ear piercing132$62–$132
Piercings125$52–$96
Tattoo design90$119–$290
Fine line tattoos50$108–$170
Nose piercing47$52–$88
Color ink tattoos27$114–$271
Abstract tattoos26$126–$310

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