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Tip Calculator
Calculate tip amount, split the bill among friends, and find out how much each person owes.
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Tip Amount
Total Bill
Per Person
Tip Per Person
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How to Use This Calculator
Enter the bill amount before tax, select or type your desired tip percentage, and enter the number of people splitting the check. Click Calculate to see the tip amount, total bill, per-person total, and tip per person. Use the preset buttons (10%–30%) for common tip rates or type a custom percentage for any amount.
Tip Calculation Formula
The tip amount is calculated as: Tip = Bill × (Tip% ÷ 100). The total bill is Total = Bill + Tip. When splitting among multiple people, each person's share is Per Person = Total ÷ People and each person's tip share is Tip Per Person = Tip ÷ People. For example, a $60 bill with a 20% tip: Tip = $60 × 0.20 = $12, Total = $72. Split 3 ways: $24 per person with $4 tip each.
Quick Tip Reference
Not sure how much to tip? Use these benchmarks as a guide. For restaurants: 15% for adequate service, 18–20% for good service, 20–25% for excellent service. For delivery: 10–15% (minimum $3–5). For taxis and rideshares: 15–20%. For personal services (hair, nails, spa): 15–20%. For hotel housekeeping: $2–5 per night. Tipping is always at your discretion, but it's an important part of service workers' income in many countries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much should I tip at a restaurant?
The standard restaurant tip in the United States is 15–20% of the pre-tax bill. A 15% tip is considered acceptable for average service, 18–20% for good service, and 20–25% or more for exceptional service. In other countries, tipping customs vary widely — in many European countries a 10% tip is generous, while in Japan tipping is generally not expected.
How do I tip for different services?
Tipping norms vary by service type. For sit-down restaurants: 15–20%. For food delivery: $3–5 or 10–15% of the order. For taxis and rideshares: 10–20%. For hotel housekeeping: $2–5 per night. For hair salons and barbers: 15–20%. For bartenders: $1–2 per drink or 15–20% of the tab. When in doubt, 15–20% is a safe and appreciated standard.
Is tip calculated before or after tax?
Tipping etiquette traditionally calls for calculating the tip on the pre-tax amount, though in practice many people tip on the total bill including tax. The difference is small — on a $50 meal with 8% sales tax, tipping 20% pre-tax gives a $10 tip vs. $10.80 post-tax. This calculator uses the bill amount you enter, so simply enter the pre-tax total if you prefer to tip before tax.
How do I split a bill evenly?
To split a bill evenly, enter the total bill amount, your desired tip percentage, and the number of people splitting the check. This calculator automatically divides both the tip and the total by the number of people, giving each person an equal share. For example, a $100 bill with 20% tip ($20) split among 4 people means each person owes $30 — $25 for their food share plus $5 in tip.
What is the tipping etiquette for delivery services?
For food delivery, a tip of $3–5 is appropriate for small orders and 10–15% (minimum $5) for larger orders. Delivery drivers often depend on tips as a significant part of their income. For grocery delivery, 10–15% is standard. For rideshare apps like Uber and Lyft, 10–20% is typical. When ordering during bad weather or for large orders, consider tipping on the higher end to acknowledge the extra effort.
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