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How to Get a Tattoo Artist License in Maryland

Tattoo Artist license requirements in Maryland — experience, exams, fees, reciprocity, and salary data from State/County Dept of Health.

Experience

— months

Exam Fee

$50

Passing Score

70%

Avg Salary

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Requirements

Tattoo Artist — Create permanent decorative designs on skin using tattoo machines and ink.

Minimum Age	18 years old
Education	Apprenticeship (1-3 years) + bloodborne pathogen training
Experience Details	Apprenticeship (1-3 years) + bloodborne pathogen training

Exam Name	Maryland Health and Safety Exam / Bloodborne Pathogen Certification
Passing Score	70%
Code Edition	Health and Safety Exam / Bloodborne Pathogen Certification
Application Fee	$50

Practice with real exam-style questions based on the Health and Safety Exam / Bloodborne Pathogen Certification.

Accumulate required experience

Complete — months of supervised work experience.

Apply for the exam

Submit your application and $50 fee through the state portal.

Pass the exam

questions, 70% to pass.

Receive your license

After passing, your license will be issued. Renew every 2 years.

Tattoo Artists in Maryland earn less than the national average. Data from BLS OEWS May 2024.

25th Percentile

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Median
$46,630

75th Percentile

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Data last verified April 2026. Requirements may change — always verify with the State/County Dept of Health.