Tip Calculator
Figure out the tip and split the check fast. Enter the bill, the tip percentage, and how many people are sharing.
Example: with Bill amount $50 · Tip 18% · Split between 2 people · Service type Full service → Each person pays: $29.50.
- Tip amount$9.00
- Total with tip$59.00
Computed by the calculator below using its default values. Change any input to see your own numbers.
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A quick reference for how much to tip based on the service you received, plus typical tips for common services beyond restaurants.
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Check it outHow much to tip
In the U.S., 15–20% is customary for table service, with 18% a common default and 20%+ for great service. Tipping is often calculated on the pre-tax total. For large groups, check the bill — an automatic gratuity may already be included.
How it’s calculated
Tip = bill × percent; total = bill + tip; per person = total ÷ people. If you turn on rounding, the total is rounded up or down to the nearest whole dollar first, the effective tip becomes rounded total − bill (and its effective tip % is recalculated from that), and the per-person amount is the rounded total split evenly — the exact, unrounded figures stay visible alongside so you can see both. With rounding left on "Exact," every output is identical to the plain bill × percent math above.
Results update as you type and are estimates, not professional advice — verify important decisions with a qualified professional.
Common mistakes
- Tipping on the post-tax total when you meant pre-tax.
- Double-tipping when gratuity is already added.
Frequently asked questions
Should I tip on the pre-tax amount?
Customarily yes, though many people simply tip on the total for ease.
What's a standard tip?
15–20% for sit-down service; 20% or more is generous and common for excellent service.
Is gratuity ever automatic?
Yes — many restaurants add it for large parties. Don't double-tip if it's already on the bill.
What does the round-total option do?
It rounds the final bill-plus-tip total up or down to the nearest whole dollar, which is handy for paying cash. The tip amount adjusts to absorb the rounding, so the effective tip percentage shifts slightly from the exact figure — both the exact and rounded numbers are shown so you can compare.
Do tipping norms vary by country or service?
Yes, significantly. Tipping around 15–20% is standard at U.S. restaurants and bars, similar for food delivery, taxis, hairstylists, and massage; hotel housekeeping and services like plumbers or movers are often a few dollars rather than a percentage. Many countries outside the U.S. tip much less or not at all — and in a few, tipping can even be seen as awkward or unnecessary — so it's worth checking local custom when traveling.