921 Washington St · Port Townsend
American TraditionalJapanese (Irezumi)
Jefferson County · Washington
Tattoo shops in Port Townsend, WA
Quick answerUpdated October 18, 2026
Port Townsend has 2 tattoo studios in our directory, including Towns End Tattoo and Water Street Tattoo. Jefferson County has 4 licensed tattoo shops and 5 licensed tattoo artists (WA DOL, August 2026). That is about one listed studio for every 5,339 residents (population 10,678).
- Studios in Port Townsend
- 2
- In this directory
- Licensed shops, Jefferson Co.
- 4
- WA DOL, August 2026
- Licensed artists, Jefferson Co.
- 5
- WA DOL, August 2026
- Residents
- 10,678
- U.S. Census
All 2 studios in Port Townsend
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Port Townsend tattoo FAQ
How many tattoo shops are in Port Townsend, WA?
We list 2 tattoo studios in Port Townsend, including Towns End Tattoo and Water Street Tattoo. Jefferson County has 4 licensed tattoo shops and 5 licensed tattoo artists, according to Washington State Department of Licensing data for August 2026.
How old do you have to be to get a tattoo in Port Townsend?
18. Washington law (RCW 26.28.085) makes it a misdemeanor to tattoo anyone under 18, and parental consent does not create an exception. Expect Port Townsend studios to check a government photo ID.
How can I check that a Port Townsend tattoo artist is licensed?
Washington's Department of Licensing licenses tattoo artists, shops, mobile units and event locations under RCW 18.300. Search the artist's or shop's name in the DOL license lookup before you book, and look for the license posted in the studio.