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Tip Calculator

Enter your bill amount, choose a tip percentage from presets or use a custom slider, and split the bill between multiple people. See tip amount, total, and per-person cost instantly.

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Tip Amount
$9.00
Total
$59.00
Tip comparison for different percentages
Tip %TipTotal
10%$5.00$55.00
15%$7.50$57.50
18%$9.00$59.00
20%$10.00$60.00
25%$12.50$62.50

How to Use the Tip Calculator

  1. Enter the bill amount (pre-tax subtotal recommended)
  2. Select a tip percentage from presets or use the custom slider
  3. Set the number of people to split the bill between
  4. See the tip amount, total with tip, and per-person cost
  5. Compare tips at different percentages in the comparison table

Browse our pre-calculated tip pages for instant answers to common questions like "tip on a $50 bill" or "tip on a $100 bill". About 30 bill amounts are available with tips at every standard percentage.

What Is a Tip Calculator?

A tip calculator helps you quickly determine the appropriate gratuity to leave at a restaurant, bar, salon, or any service where tipping is customary. Enter your bill amount, select a tip percentage, and optionally split the total among multiple people to see exactly what each person owes.

Tipping customs vary around the world, but in the United States, a 15%–20% tip is standard for sit-down restaurant service. Many people find mental math stressful, especially after splitting a bill among friends. This calculator eliminates that friction by showing tip amounts for multiple percentages side by side, so you can make a quick and confident decision. Whether you are dining alone or splitting a large group check, the tip calculator gives you instant, accurate results that account for the bill total, your chosen gratuity rate, and the number of people at the table.

Common Use Cases

Restaurant Dining

Quickly calculate the tip on your restaurant bill using standard percentages like 15%, 18%, or 20%, and see the total you will pay.

Group Bill Splitting

Split a check evenly among friends or colleagues, with each person paying their fair share of both the bill and the tip.

Service Industry Tips

Calculate tips for haircuts, spa treatments, taxi rides, food delivery, and other services where gratuity is expected.

Travel Budgeting

Plan dining expenses for a trip by estimating tip amounts on average meal costs to create a more accurate daily food budget.

Tipping Etiquette & Tips

Standard Restaurant Tip

In the US, 15%–20% is standard for sit-down restaurants. Tip 20% or more for exceptional service. For poor service, 10% is generally the minimum.

Tip on Pre-Tax Amount

Calculate your tip based on the pre-tax subtotal of your bill, not the total after tax. This is the standard practice in most US states.

Delivery and Takeout

For food delivery, tip 15%–20% or at least $3–$5 for small orders. For takeout, a 10% tip is a nice gesture but not always expected.

International Tipping

Tipping varies globally. In many European countries, a small rounding up is sufficient. In Japan, tipping can be considered rude. Research local customs when traveling.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the standard tip percentage?
In the United States, 15%–20% is the standard tip for sit-down restaurant service. For excellent service, 20%–25% is common. For poor service, 10% is generally considered the minimum. Tipping customs vary significantly in other countries.
Should I tip on the pre-tax or post-tax amount?
The standard practice is to calculate your tip on the pre-tax subtotal of your bill. However, tipping on the post-tax total has become increasingly common and is perfectly acceptable — the difference is usually small.
How does bill splitting work?
The calculator divides the total amount (bill plus tip) equally among the number of people you specify. Each person pays the same share of both the original bill and the tip.
Is my data stored anywhere?
No. All calculations happen entirely in your browser. No bill amounts, tip percentages, or other data is ever sent to a server.

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