Direct answer
The working number is $5–$52.95. Across the 3 amounts published for Image Sun Tanning Centers, the middle of the range sits at $24.95, the cheapest documented line is $5 and the highest is $52.95.
Two things decide what you actually pay for unlimited tanning membership: which tier of provider performs it, and which add-ons are treated as standard rather than optional at that location.
- Working range
- $5–$52.95
- U.S. market midpoint
- $45 per month
- Basis
- 3 price points documented from official sources
- Last reviewed
- August 2026
Before you read on
- $5–$52.95 is the working range for Image Sun Tanning Centers, from 3 documented amounts.
- The full documented set spans $5–$52.95 once fees and add-ons are counted.
- The U.S. national median for unlimited tanning membership is $45 per month.
- Add about 28% to any menu price for sales tax and gratuity.
- Maintained billed monthly, the annual cost is approximately $648.
- The largest single variable is bed level — level 1 through level 5 is the primary price ladder.
What the brand actually publishes
These 3 lines come from published sources and are grouped by what they actually are. Averaging a penalty charge in with service prices is how misleading "average" figures are produced, so they are separated here.
| Line | Published | Midpoint | Spread | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freeze fee | $5 | $5 | — | Image Sun Tanning Centers |
| Line | Published | Midpoint | Spread | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VIP membership starting price | $24.95 | $24.95 | — | Image Sun Tanning Centers |
| UV-free inclusive membership starting price | $52.95 | $52.95 | — | Image Sun Tanning Centers |
One location's price is not evidence of a national rate. Check with the location you intend to book.
Market ranges: what everyone else charges
These are U.S. market ranges compiled from published industry pricing data, not figures published by any single brand. Use them to place a quote against the national picture.
| Service | Market low | National median | Market high | Unit | What drives it |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unlimited tanning membership | $20 | $45 | $110 | per month | Tier determines bed access and spray inclusions. |
| UV bed - level 1 | $6 | $11 | $18 | per session | Base-level bed, longest exposure time. |
| UV bed - level 2 | $10 | $16 | $26 | per session | Faster bronzing bed. |
| UV bed - level 3 | $15 | $23 | $36 | per session | High-pressure or hybrid equipment. |
| UV bed - level 4/5 | $22 | $34 | $55 | per session | Top-tier beds and stand-ups. |
| Spray tan (booth) | $25 | $45 | $75 | per session | Booth is lower-priced; hand airbrush costs more. |
Compiled national figures for context only. No brand on this page has published these numbers, and none of them is a bookable rate.
Regional price bands for this service
Before deciding a quote is high, check it against your own market rather than the national number. A $68 quote is expensive in a tier-4 market and unremarkable in tier 1.
| Market tier | Planning range | Multiplier | Example markets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 - highest-cost metros | $61–$79 | 1.35–1.75× | Manhattan, San Francisco, Boston, Seattle, Washington DC, Miami Beach |
| Tier 2 - large metros | $50–$59 | 1.10–1.32× | Chicago, Los Angeles suburbs, Denver, Austin, Atlanta, San Diego, Portland |
| Tier 3 - mid-size metros | $42–$50 | 0.94–1.10× | Columbus, Kansas City, Charlotte, Nashville, Phoenix, Indianapolis |
| Tier 4 - small metro and rural | $31–$42 | 0.70–0.93× | Smaller cities, county seats and rural markets |
Bands scale the $45 national median by published metro cost multipliers. Planning ranges, not quotes.
The variables that move the number
Every one of these is negotiable in the sense that you can turn down it — but only if you know it is coming before the appointment starts.
- Contract term and freeze ruleschanges the contract, not the price
Minimum terms and freeze policies change the true cost.
- Membership tier+$15–$70
Each tier unlocks a different set of beds and spray inclusions.
- Enrolment or annual fee+$15–$60
Charged in addition to the monthly rate at many chains.
- Lotion purchase+$25–$90
The largest and least-expected line on a first visit.
- Bed level+$8–$40
Level 1 through level 5 is the primary price ladder.
Related cost breakdowns: Annual Tanning Cost, Stand Up Tanning Cost and Tanning Lotion Cost.
How much to tip on this service
Tip on the pre-tax service amount. If a discount or promotion applied, the norm is to tip on the original value of the work, not the discounted price.
| Gratuity rate | On $20 | On $45 | On $110 | When it applies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15% | $3 | $6.75 | $16.50 | Standard for a satisfactory service |
| 18% | $3.60 | $8.10 | $19.80 | Common default in mid-size and large metros |
| 20% | $4 | $9 | $22 | Typical for a stylist you intend to rebook with |
| 25% | $5 | $11.25 | $27.50 | Reserved for complex colour, long appointments or a rescue job |
- An automatic service charge ought to be disclosed when you book. Spot one on the bill, ask whether it reaches the provider before adding more.
- A tip is for the work performed, not for the price you were charged. Do not penalise a provider for a menu they did not set.
- Card tips may be pooled or delayed to the next pay run. Ask if you want it to reach one person directly.
- Cash is the most direct route and is still preferred in most independent shops.
Avoid these ahead of booking
Ranked by frequency rather than dollar impact. The fix in every case is a question at booking.
- 1Assuming the membership covers every bedcosts $10–$40
Higher-level beds are usually an upgrade in addition to the plan.
- 2Not asking about the enrolment or annual feecosts $15–$60
Charged in addition to the monthly rate at most chains.
- 3Buying lotion at the counter without checking the pricecosts $25–$90
The single largest surprise on a first visit.
- 4Joining before checking the freeze policycosts $60–$300
A plan you cannot pause bills through the off-season.
If you want the policy detail behind these: Prepare For UV Tanning and Salon Cancellation Fees.
The booking script, word for word
Read these out. It takes under two minutes and they are the gap between a quote and a surprise. Save the last one for emphasis — a written quote settles any dispute at checkout.
- "Can you email or text me the quote before my appointment?"
- "Is there a first-visit offer or a package rate I should know about?"
- "Do you take a deposit, and does it come off the final balance?"
- "Is a shampoo, blow-dry or finish included in that price, or billed separately?"
- "If I join the membership today, is there an enrolment or annual fee on top?"
- "Which provider tier is that quote for, and what does the next tier up cost?"
- "Are taxes added at checkout, and do you have a card-payment surcharge?"
Finally: get the quote on paper. A text or email costs the salon nothing and removes any argument at checkout.
The realistic total, worked through
Work it forwards once and you will never be caught out again. A $27 service does not cost $27.
| Line | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Base service | $27 | The line you see on the menu |
| One typical add-on | $8 | Accepted at the chair without a stated price |
| Subtotal | $35 | Before tax and gratuity |
| Sales tax at 6.2% | $2.17 | Varies by state and city; services are taxable in some states only |
| Gratuity at 18% | $6.30 | Calculated on the service, not on tax |
| Realistic total | $43.47 | 61% above the menu price |
An illustration built from the ranges on this page. Your tax rate and add-on choices will differ.
The rule of thumb: add around 61% to any menu price for unlimited tanning membership to get your realistic out-the-door number.
You can work this out for your precise service rather than doing this by hand.
The real annual cost of keeping this up
The per-visit price hides the real decision. At billed monthly, this service costs about $540 annually including gratuity if you pay national median rates.
| Provider level | Each visit | Visits/yr | Service spend | Gratuity | Annual total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget provider | $20 | 12 | $240 | — | $240 |
| National median | $45 | 12 | $540 | — | $540 |
| Premium provider | $110 | 12 | $1,320 | — | $1,320 |
Gratuity is included at 20% because it is expected rather than optional. Deduct it if you track tips apart from service spend.
Before hunting a cheaper provider, look at the interval. One fewer visit per year is about $54 kept; two fewer is $108. Neither costs you any quality.
Is the monthly plan worthwhile?
The honest test is your sensible visit count, not your intended one. Most of us overestimate by 30–50%. Take the number below and check it against how you behaved last quarter.
| Monthly plan | Per-visit rate | Break-even | Annual visits needed | Annual cost | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $22 / month | $16 | 1.4 visits | 16 visits | $264 | Worthwhile above 1.4/month |
| $35 / month | $16 | 2.2 visits | 26 visits | $420 | Worthwhile above 2.2/month |
| $51 / month | $16 | 3.2 visits | 38 visits | $612 | Worthwhile above 3.2/month |
Uses a $16 market per-visit rate. Substitute the rate you were actually quoted.
Before signing, calculate your own break-even.
Your other options, and when each wins
Price is not usually the deciding factor. Line up the inclusions first — what is actually included — before you look at the figure.
What people want to know before booking
Image Sun Tanning Centers: what should I expect to pay?
Plan on $5–$52.95. Across the 3 amounts documented here the median line is $24.95, the cheapest is $5 and the dearest is $52.95. That fuller range takes in add-ons, plans and policy charges rather than the core service alone.
What does freeze fee cost?
Freeze fee is documented at $5. Image Sun Tanning Centers. That sits below the $45 national median for unlimited tanning membership.
Is there a price for vip membership starting price?
VIP membership starting price: $24.95 as published. Image Sun Tanning Centers. Compare that against the $45 U.S. median for unlimited tanning membership before deciding whether it is competitive.
How much is uv-free inclusive membership starting price?
$52.95. Image Sun Tanning Centers. Expect around $67 once tax and gratuity are added, where gratuity applies.
What will I actually pay at checkout?
Add around 24%. On a $29 service that is about $36 once sales tax and a 20% gratuity are counted - before any add-on accepted during the appointment.
How much will I spend on this in a year?
Around $648 annually if you maintain it billed monthly. Each visit you skip is about $54 back, which is usually a bigger lever than switching provider.
Why do Image Sun Tanning Centers quotes vary so much?
Mostly geography. The same service name maps to roughly $31 in a rural market and $79 in the most expensive metros, a 2.5x spread. Provider tier and appointment length move it further.
What extra fees come with a membership?
Frequently. Enrolment and annual fees of $15–$60 are charged on a separate line from the monthly rate at many chains. Ask for the twelve-month total, not the monthly figure.
What happens if I stop tanning for a few months?
Freeze rules vary and are the single most important clause if you tan seasonally. A plan you cannot pause bills through the off-season regardless of use.
How reliable are these figures?
They are a sourced starting point. Published lines trace to the sources below and market bands are national estimates - neither is a booking guarantee. Last checked August 2026.
Sources and how we checked them
Brand-specific amounts on this page come from the pages below. A source covering one location is not used as evidence of a national price, and market ranges are labelled separately.
- Brick NJ official VIP SunclubRegional membership starting price, UV-free price and freeze amount · updated 2026
- Brick NJ official servicesRegional UV/sunless service scope and single/month-to-month options · updated 2026
- Brick NJ Mystic Tan serviceSpray-tan process, development and preparation · updated 2026
- Official page used for this routeRoute-specific official evidence · updated 2026
- Official U.S. brand or regional first-party websiteEntity identity, service scope, location model and first-party source gate · updated 2026
- Risks of tanningUV risk facts · updated 2026
- Tanning overviewUV risks · updated 2026
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Frequently asked questions
Image Sun Tanning Centers: what should I expect to pay?
Plan on $5–$52.95. Across the 3 amounts documented here the median line is $24.95, the cheapest is $5 and the dearest is $52.95. That fuller range takes in add-ons, plans and policy charges rather than the core service alone.
What does freeze fee cost?
Freeze fee is documented at $5. Image Sun Tanning Centers. That lands below the $45 national median for unlimited tanning membership.
Is there a price for vip membership starting price?
VIP membership starting price: $24.95 as published. Image Sun Tanning Centers. Compare that against the $45 U.S. median for unlimited tanning membership before deciding whether it is competitive.
How much is uv-free inclusive membership starting price?
$52.95. Image Sun Tanning Centers. Expect roughly $67 once tax and gratuity are added, where gratuity applies.
What will I actually pay at checkout?
Add approximately 24%. On a $29 service that is about $36 once sales tax and a 20% gratuity are counted - before any add-on accepted during the appointment.
How much will I spend on this in annually?
Around $648 annually if you maintain it billed monthly. Each visit you skip is about $54 back, which is normally a bigger lever than switching provider.
Why do Image Sun Tanning Centers quotes vary so much?
Mostly geography. The same service name maps to roughly $31 in a rural market and $79 in the most costly metros, a 2.5x spread. Provider tier and appointment length move it further.
What extra fees come with a membership?
Frequently. Enrolment and annual fees of $15–$60 are charged separately from the monthly rate at many chains. Ask for the twelve-month total, not the monthly figure.
What happens if I stop tanning for a few months?
Freeze rules vary and are the single most important clause if you tan seasonally. A plan you cannot pause bills through the off-season regardless of use.
How reliable are these figures?
They are a sourced starting point. Published lines trace to the sources below and market bands are national estimates - neither is a booking guarantee. Last checked August 2026.
Last reviewed . Prices change without notice — report a correction.