8 out of ten

Toward the tougher end · 8/10

Hip bone tattoo pain

A design directly over the hip bone has less cushioning than one farther onto the side. Check the stencil standing and sitting so you know where it lands.

See the placement Hip bone close view
Close view of the hip bone area on a male body
Placement reference only. Pain scores are the same for both body types.
Pain score 8 / 10
Sensation Sharp over bone

The score describes the spot, not the time you will spend in the chair. Show your artist the design to discuss detail, positioning and breaks. Healing varies too. If you know the dimensions, see the size alongside this placement's score.

How much does a hip bone tattoo hurt?

The bony crest of the hip is one of the tougher areas on this chart. A design farther onto the softer side may feel different from one directly over the bone. On our relative scale, it scores 8/10.

Before booking: Have your artist mark the exact design while you stand naturally and check where it lands when you sit. Discuss clothing that could rub the area afterward.

How it compares

Higher score Throat 9 Lower score Inner bicep 7

Also a 8: forehead , sternum , elbow ditch , hand & knuckles , shin , ankle . The same score does not mean those tattoos will feel identical.

Want to compare an easier area? These placements score lower on our chart: outer thigh (2) , outer forearm (3) and shoulder blade (4) . Check whether your design would also work there.

See all 25 placements on the chart

Use the scores to compare, not predict. Your design, session and own response can change how a tattoo feels. Ask your artist about the appointment and aftercare. For health concerns, speak with a medical professional. You can read how we make the chart.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

How painful is a hip bone tattoo?

Hip bone scores 8/10 on our relative chart. It shares that score with forehead, sternum, elbow ditch, hand & knuckles, shin, ankle. The number helps compare placements; it cannot predict how this tattoo will feel to you.

Is a hip bone tattoo a good first tattoo?

This placement scores 8/10, toward the tougher end of our chart. You can still choose it for a first tattoo; ask your artist what the design involves and whether you want to compare an easier spot.

How long does a hip bone tattoo take to heal?

Placement alone cannot tell you how long a hip bone tattoo will take to heal. Follow your artist's aftercare instructions. If you are concerned about symptoms, speak with a medical professional.

How does hip bone compare with throat?

On our chart, Throat scores 9/10 and Hip bone scores 8/10. That is a comparison of placements, not a guarantee about either sitting. The design, session and your own response matter too.