Tip Calculator
Enter your bill, pick a tip percentage, and — if you're splitting — the number of people. Get the tip, the total, and each person's share instantly.
How much should you tip?
In the United States, tipping is a standard part of paying for service. Common guidelines:
| Situation | Typical tip |
|---|---|
| Restaurant, table service | 15–20% (18% is a comfortable default) |
| Exceptional service | 20–25% |
| Buffet | ~10% |
| Food delivery | 10–15% (minimum $3–5) |
| Bartender | $1–2 per drink or 15–20% of the tab |
| Taxi / rideshare | 10–15% |
| Hair stylist / barber | 15–20% |
Outside the US, customs differ a lot: in Japan and South Korea tipping is not expected at all, in much of Europe a service charge is often already included, and in Canada US-style percentages apply.
Tip on the pre-tax or post-tax amount?
Etiquette guides traditionally say the tip is calculated on the pre-tax subtotal, but in practice most people tip on the total — the difference is small (on a $100 bill with 8% tax, an 18% tip differs by $1.44). Either is acceptable; tipping on the total is simply more generous.
Quick mental math for tipping
- 10%: move the decimal one place left. $84.50 → $8.45.
- 20%: double the 10% figure. $8.45 × 2 = $16.90.
- 15%: 10% plus half of that. $8.45 + $4.23 ≈ $12.68.
- 18%: 20% minus a tenth of it — or just use this calculator.
Frequently asked questions
Should I tip if a service charge is already added?
If the bill says "service charge included" or "gratuity added" (common for groups of 6+), an extra tip is optional — many people round up or add a few dollars for great service.
Is it rude to tip less for bad service?
Tipping less (10% or so) is a recognized signal of poor service in the US. Leaving nothing is generally reserved for truly unacceptable experiences — and consider speaking to a manager instead.
How does splitting work with uneven shares?
This calculator splits evenly. If one person had the $40 steak and another the $12 salad, it's fairest to split in proportion — our percentage calculator can help with that.