Direct answer
The working number is $19.99–$139.99. Across the 9 amounts published for Automated Spray Tan Cost, the middle of the range sits at $64, the cheapest documented line is $5 and the highest is $139.99.
The menu price is seldom the checkout price. Tax and gratuity alone usually add 29% on top of spray tan (booth), before any add-on is accepted at the chair.
- Working range
- $19.99–$139.99
- U.S. market midpoint
- $45 per session
- Basis
- 9 price points documented from official sources
- Last reviewed
- August 2026
What matters most here
- $19.99–$139.99 is the working range for Automated Spray Tan Cost, from 9 documented amounts.
- The full documented set spans $5–$139.99 once fees and add-ons are counted.
- The U.S. national median for spray tan (booth) is $45 per session.
- Add about 24% to any menu price for sales tax and gratuity.
- Maintained every 10-14 days in season, the annual cost is around $648.
- The largest single variable is equipment level — higher levels shorten session time and raise the price.
Every published amount we could verify
9 documented amounts, split into services, add-ons, plans and policy charges. Each keeps the precise label it was published under so you can match it against the menu you are shown when you book.
| Line | Published | Midpoint | Spread | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier One starting price | $19.99 | $19.99 | — | As low as; location and service choice vary |
| Line | Published | Midpoint | Spread | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Pod add-on | $5 | $5 | — | Equipment/add-ons may vary by location |
| Line | Published | Midpoint | Spread | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun membership monthly | $39 | $39 | — | Official membership store; plan details apply |
| Premier Choice membership | $49.99 | $49.99 | — | Location-selected pricing; auto-bill; tax extra |
| Spray-tan membership | $64 | $64 | — | Tan Your Hide |
| Premier Signature membership | $79.99 | $79.99 | — | Location-selected pricing; auto-bill; tax extra |
| Premier Elite membership | $109.99 | $109.99 | — | Location-selected pricing; auto-bill; tax extra |
| Premier All Access membership | $139.99 | $139.99 | — | Location-selected pricing; auto-bill; tax extra |
| Line | Published | Midpoint | Spread | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Startup fee | $29 | $29 | — | For cited location/plan; tax extra |
Franchisees price within a corporate range rather than to a fixed card. Use them as documented examples only.
National price context for these services
A quote well above these bands is not automatically bad value - it typically means a different scope, a senior provider, or an costly metro. This table tells you which question to ask.
| Service | Market low | National median | Market high | Unit | What drives it |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spray tan (booth) | $25 | $45 | $75 | per session | Booth is cheaper; hand airbrush costs more. |
| 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. |
| Airbrush tan (technician) | $40 | $65 | $120 | per session | Technician-applied and contourable. |
| Red-light session | $15 | $28 | $50 | per session | Wellness service, not a tanning service. |
Market ranges are planning estimates compiled from published U.S. pricing data. They are not quotes and are not attributable to any brand named on this page.
What spray tan (booth) costs in your metro tier
Before deciding a quote is high, check it against your own market rather than the national number. A $68 quote is costly 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 |
Your own market may sit between tiers. The point is the 2.5x spread, not the exact figure in any one row.
The variables that move the number
Ranking these matters. Most of us compare the headline price of two salons and overlook the four lines below it that actually decide the bill.
- Single session versus packagesaves 15–45%
Packages and memberships change the per-session cost sharply.
- Equipment level+$8–$40
Higher levels shorten session time and raise the price.
- Solution or lotion+$20–$90
Sold alongside almost every tanning service.
- Session length bookedaffects time, not the menu price
Longer slots on lower-level beds cost less per minute.
Related cost breakdowns: Spray Tan Cost, Bridal Spray Tan Cost and Clear Spray Tan Cost.
Seven questions that prevent a surprise bill
Ask these at booking rather than on arrival. Once you are gowned and in the chair, declining an add-on becomes socially much harder — which is precisely why they are offered there.
- "Is there a first-visit offer or a package rate I should know about?"
- "Can you email or text me the quote before my appointment?"
- "Which provider tier is that quote for, and what does the next tier up cost?"
- "Is a shampoo, blow-dry or finish included in that price, or billed separately?"
- "Are taxes added at checkout, and do you have a card-payment surcharge?"
- "What is your cancellation window, and what is the charge if I miss it?"
- "If I join the membership today, is there an enrolment or annual fee on top?"
Then do one thing at checkout: ask for an itemised receipt. If a line appears that you were not told about, that is the moment to raise it — not after you have left.
The sensible total, worked through
Work it forwards once and you will never be caught out again. A $74 service does not cost $74.
| Line | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Base service | $74 | The line you see on the menu |
| One typical add-on | $13 | Accepted at the chair without a stated price |
| Subtotal | $87 | Before tax and gratuity |
| Sales tax at 7.4% | $6.44 | Varies by state and city; services are taxable in some states only |
| Gratuity at 20% | $17.40 | Calculated on the service, not on tax |
| Realistic total | $110.84 | 50% above the menu price |
Illustrative. The 7.4% tax figure varies by state - several states do not tax personal services at all.
The rule of thumb: add approximately 50% to any menu price for spray tan (booth) to get your sensible out-the-door number.
To check a specific quote, work this out for your exact service.
The real annual cost of keeping this up
A single $45 appointment is easy to justify. Maintained every 10-14 days in season, spray tan (booth) becomes a $648 annual commitment at the national median — and that is the number worth deciding on.
| Provider level | Each visit | Visits/yr | Service spend | Gratuity | Annual total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget provider | $25 | 12 | $300 | $60 | $360 |
| National median | $45 | 12 | $540 | $108 | $648 |
| Premium provider | $75 | 12 | $900 | $180 | $1,080 |
Gratuity is included at 20% because it is expected rather than optional. Remove it if you prefer to budget separately.
The cheapest lever is nearly always stretching the cadence, not finding a less expensive provider. Moving from 12 visits a year to 9 saves about $162 annually — usually more than switching salons would.
Break-even points for monthly plans
Ignore the marketing and do one division. If the plan costs more than your sensible monthly visit count × $45, it loses money. The table shows the crossover for common plan prices.
| Monthly plan | Per-visit rate | Break-even | Annual visits needed | Annual cost | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $63 / month | $45 | 1.4 visits | 17 visits | $756 | Worth it above 1.4/month |
| $99 / month | $45 | 2.2 visits | 26 visits | $1,188 | Worthwhile above 2.2/month |
| $144 / month | $45 | 3.2 visits | 38 visits | $1,728 | Worth it above 3.2/month |
Excludes enrolment and annual fees. Add those before comparing plans over twelve months.
Use the quoted rate rather than the market one and check the maths on your quoted rate.
How much to tip on this service
Tip on the pre-tax service amount. If a discount or promotion applied, the convention is to tip on the original value of the work, not the discounted price.
| Gratuity rate | On $25 | On $45 | On $75 | When it applies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15% | $3.75 | $6.75 | $11.25 | Standard for a satisfactory service |
| 18% | $4.50 | $8.10 | $13.50 | Common default in mid-size and large metros |
| 20% | $5 | $9 | $15 | Typical for a stylist you intend to rebook with |
| 25% | $6.25 | $11.25 | $18.75 | Reserved for complex colour, long appointments or a rescue job |
- Cash is the most direct route and is still preferred in most independent shops.
- Card tips may be pooled or delayed to the next pay run. Ask if you want it to reach one person directly.
- At a resort or hotel spa, check for an automatic service charge before adding a further gratuity.
- 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.
Mistakes that cost real money
Listed by how routinely they occur rather than dollar impact. All of them are solved at the booking stage.
- 1Buying a package before knowing your session cadencecosts $40–$150
Packages expire at many salons.
- 2Comparing session prices across different bed levelscosts $10–$40
Level 1 and level 4 are not the same product.
If you want the policy detail behind these: Prepare For Spray Tan and Spray Tan Aftercare.
Worth comparing before you commit
Price is not generally the deciding factor. Line up the inclusions first — what is actually included — then compare the number.
Questions people actually ask
Automated Spray Tan Cost - what does it cost?
$19.99–$139.99 covers the core services documented on this page. Counting every published line - fees and packages included - the full span is $5 to $139.99, with a midpoint of $64.
How much is salt pod add-on?
Salt Pod add-on: $5 as published. Equipment/add-ons may vary by location. Compare that against the $45 U.S. median for spray tan (booth) before deciding whether it is competitive.
How much is premier one starting price?
The published figure for premier one starting price is $19.99. As low as; location and service choice vary. A fixed $19.99 at one location does not make it a national rate.
Is there a price for startup fee?
Startup fee: $29 as published. For cited location/plan; tax extra. Compare that against the $45 U.S. median for spray tan (booth) before deciding whether it is competitive.
What does sun membership monthly cost?
$39. Official membership store; plan details apply. Expect roughly $49 once tax and gratuity are added, where gratuity applies.
What is the real out-the-door cost of Automated Spray Tan Cost?
Expect about $99 on a $80 booking. Tax and gratuity alone add close to $19, and that is with no upgrades.
What does keeping this up cost annually?
Approximately $648 annually at 12 visits (every 10-14 days in season), gratuity included. That figure is considerably more helpful than the $45 per-visit price when deciding whether to commit.
What explains the price difference between locations?
Because the service name is not the service scope. Two locations quoting $38 and $63 may be selling different appointment lengths, provider tiers and inclusions under an identical label.
Can I book at these prices?
No. Everything here is either an amount recorded from a source listed below, or a clearly marked U.S. market range. Locations change menus without warning. Last reviewed August 2026.
Sources and how we checked them
9 sources were reviewed for this page. Official brand pages are used for brand claims only; nothing here extrapolates one location's menu into a national rate.
- Official offers pageStarting membership and spray-tan prices · updated 2026
- Brick NJ Mystic Tan serviceSpray-tan process, development and preparation · updated 2026
- Official pricing and rewardsLocation-selected membership prices · updated 2026
- Official FAQStarting membership and price variation · updated 2026
- Official membership storeMonthly and annual prices · updated 2026
- Official pricingMembership pricing · updated 2026
- Risks of tanningUV risk facts · updated 2026
- Tanning overviewUV risks · updated 2026
- Sunless tanners and bronzersWarning and sunscreen limitation · updated 2026
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Frequently asked questions
Automated Spray Tan Cost - what does it cost?
$19.99–$139.99 covers the core services documented on this page. Counting every published line - fees and packages included - the full span is $5 to $139.99, with a midpoint of $64.
How much is salt pod add-on?
Salt Pod add-on: $5 as published. Equipment/add-ons may vary by location. Compare that against the $45 U.S. median for spray tan (booth) before deciding whether it is competitive.
How much is premier one starting price?
The published figure for premier one starting price is $19.99. As low as; location and service choice vary. A fixed $19.99 at one location does not make it a national rate.
Is there a price for startup fee?
Startup fee: $29 as published. For cited location/plan; tax extra. Compare that against the $45 U.S. median for spray tan (booth) before deciding whether it is competitive.
What does sun membership monthly cost?
$39. Official membership store; plan details apply. Expect approximately $49 once tax and gratuity are added, where gratuity applies.
What is the real out-the-door cost of Automated Spray Tan Cost?
Expect about $99 on a $80 booking. Tax and gratuity alone add close to $19, and that is with no upgrades.
What does keeping this up cost annually?
Roughly $648 annually at 12 visits (every 10-14 days in season), gratuity included. That figure is far more helpful than the $45 per-visit price when deciding whether to commit.
What explains the price difference between locations?
Because the service name is not the service scope. Two locations quoting $38 and $63 may be selling different appointment lengths, provider tiers and inclusions under an identical label.
Can I book at these prices?
No. Everything here is either an amount recorded from a source listed below, or a plainly marked U.S. market range. Locations change menus without warning. Last reviewed August 2026.
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