Free Tip Calculator
Calculate tips and split bills easily. Choose your tip percentage, split between people, and see exact amounts per person.
Calculate Tip
Bill Amount
$50.00
Tip Amount
$9.00
Total
$59.00
Per Person
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Quick Tip Guide
Tipping Etiquette (US)
How to Use the Tip Calculator
Enter Your Bill Amount
Input the total amount of your bill before tip. For restaurants, this is typically the pre-tax subtotal, though many people calculate on the full amount for simplicity.
Select Your Tip Percentage
Choose a tip percentage using the preset buttons (15%, 18%, 20%, 25%) or enter a custom amount. Standard tip for good service in the US is 15-20%.
Set Number of People Splitting
If splitting the bill, enter how many people are sharing the total. The calculator will divide both the bill and tip evenly among all parties.
View Tip and Total Amounts
See the tip amount, total bill including tip, and per-person amounts if splitting. Round up for convenience or adjust the percentage to hit a specific total.
Pro tip: Your data is processed entirely in your browser. Nothing is sent to any server, ensuring complete privacy.
About Tipping
Tipping is a customary practice in many countries, particularly the United States, where service workers often rely on tips as a significant portion of their income. Our tip calculator makes it easy to determine the right tip amount and split bills evenly among groups. Simply enter your bill amount, choose a tip percentage, and optionally split the total between multiple people.
When to Tip
- Sit-down restaurants: 15-20% is standard for good service
- Bars and cafes: $1-2 per drink or 15-20% of total
- Food delivery: 15-20% or $3-5 minimum
- Rideshare/Taxi: 15-20% of the fare
- Hair salons: 15-25% of service cost
Frequently Asked Questions
How much should I tip at a restaurant?
In the United States, the standard tip at restaurants is 15-20% of the pre-tax bill for good service. For excellent service, 20-25% is appropriate. For poor service, 10-15% is acceptable. Always tip on the pre-tax amount.
Should I tip on the tax amount?
Traditionally, tips are calculated on the pre-tax subtotal, not the total including tax. However, many people tip on the full amount for convenience. Either approach is acceptable.
How do I split the bill fairly?
To split a bill fairly, divide the total (including tip) by the number of people. If people ordered items of significantly different prices, consider splitting based on what each person ordered instead of dividing equally.
Is it rude to tip less than 15%?
In the US, tipping less than 15% is generally considered poor etiquette unless service was exceptionally bad. Restaurant workers often rely on tips as a significant portion of their income. If you had issues, consider speaking with a manager.
Do I need to tip for takeout orders?
Tipping for takeout is optional but appreciated, especially for large or complex orders. A tip of 10% or a few dollars is a nice gesture. During the pandemic, tipping for takeout became more common.
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