Tip Calculator
Enter your bill, pick a tip percentage, and split the total for any number of people. Calculates tip amount, total bill, and per-person share instantly. Free, runs in your browser — nothing is sent anywhere.
Tipping Guide by Service Type
Recommended tip amounts vary by service type, country, and local custom. The table below reflects common US conventions — adjust for your region.
| Service | Recommended tip | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Restaurant (sit-down) | 15–20% | 20%+ for excellent service; 25% for large groups or exceptional meals |
| Buffet restaurant | 10% | Staff refill drinks and clear plates; tip less than full-service |
| Counter service / café | 10–15% optional | Optional; jar tips help but no social pressure in most places |
| Bar / cocktails | $1–2 per drink or 15–20% | Flat per-drink tip common for simple orders; % better for cocktails |
| Food delivery (app) | 15–20%, min $3–5 | Drivers pay for fuel and often cover app-related costs; tip generously |
| Pizza delivery | 15–20%, min $3 | Weather conditions, distance and order size should increase the tip |
| Rideshare (Uber/Lyft) | 15–20% | In-app tipping; tip after the ride so rating is not influenced |
| Taxi | 15–20% | Round up to the nearest dollar, then tip the percentage on top |
| Hotel housekeeping | $2–5 per night | Leave cash daily — different staff may clean each day |
| Bellhop / porter | $1–2 per bag | Minimum $5 for a full luggage cart |
| Valet parking | $2–5 | Tip when collecting the car, not when dropping off |
| Hair salon / barbershop | 15–20% | Tip the stylist directly; some salons pool tips |
| Spa / massage | 15–20% | Tip based on the service price, not any discounted price you paid |
| Taxi / ride (airport) | 15–20% + extra | Add $1–2 per bag for drivers who help with luggage |
How Tip Is Calculated
Tip amount
Tip = Bill × (Tip% ÷ 100) Example: $45.00 bill, 18% tip
Tip = $45.00 × 0.18 = $8.10
Total bill
Total = Bill + Tip Example: $45.00 + $8.10 = $53.10
Per-person share
Per person = Total ÷ People Example: $53.10 ÷ 3 people = $17.70 each
Quick mental tip shortcuts
| Tip % | Mental shortcut | On a $50 bill |
|---|---|---|
| 10% | Move decimal one place left | $5.00 |
| 15% | 10% + half of 10% | $5.00 + $2.50 = $7.50 |
| 18% | 20% − (20% ÷ 9) | $10.00 − $1.11 = $8.89 |
| 20% | Double the 10% amount | $5.00 × 2 = $10.00 |
| 25% | 10% × 2.5, or total ÷ 4 | $50 ÷ 4 = $12.50 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much should I tip at a restaurant?
In the US, 15–20% is standard for sit-down restaurants: 15% for adequate service, 18% for good service, 20% for excellent service, and 25%+ for outstanding or large groups. In the UK and most of Europe, 10–15% is customary. In Japan and many East Asian countries, tipping is unusual and can even be considered rude. A quick shortcut for 20%: double the tens digit of the bill — for a $45 bill, 20% tip = $9.00.
Should I tip on the pre-tax or post-tax amount?
There is no universal rule, but most etiquette guides recommend tipping on the pre-tax subtotal since tax is money that goes to the government, not the server. However, in practice the difference is small — on a $50 pre-tax bill with 8% tax, the difference between tipping on $50 vs $54 at 18% is only $0.72. Either approach is acceptable; consistency matters more than which base you choose.
How do I split the bill evenly for a group?
Enter the total bill, choose your tip percentage, then set the number of people. The calculator divides the full total (bill + tip) equally among all diners. If some people ordered more than others, you can calculate the tip on each person's subtotal separately instead. For large groups (6+), many restaurants add an automatic 18–20% gratuity — check the bill before adding extra.
How do I calculate a tip in my head?
A few mental shortcuts: For 10%, move the decimal one place left ($47.50 → $4.75). For 20%, double the 10% amount ($4.75 × 2 = $9.50). For 15%, take 10% and add half of it ($4.75 + $2.38 = $7.13). For 18%, take 20% and subtract a ninth ($9.50 − $1.06 = $8.44). The easiest approach for restaurant bills: round up to the nearest $5, then apply the percentage — it gives a slightly generous tip, which servers appreciate.
What is the tip percentage for delivery and ride-share?
Recommended tip amounts by service: Food delivery (app-based): 15–20% of the order subtotal, minimum $3–5 for small orders. Pizza delivery: 15–20%, minimum $3. Rideshare (Uber/Lyft): 15–20% for good service, 10% for average — tipping is optional but appreciated. Taxi: 15–20%. Hotel housekeeping: $2–5 per night, left daily (different housekeepers may clean on different days). Hotel bellhop/porter: $1–2 per bag. Valet parking: $2–5 when collecting the car.
Is it rude not to tip if the service was bad?
In countries where tipping is customary (especially the US), servers rely on tips as a significant part of their income because base wages are often low (as little as $2.13/hour in some US states). If service was genuinely poor, it is more constructive to leave a reduced tip (5–10%) and speak with a manager so the issue can be addressed. Leaving zero should be reserved for truly exceptional failures. If the kitchen caused problems, that is usually not the server's fault — consider tipping the server normally and mentioning the kitchen issue to management.