Tip Calculator

Calculate tips instantly, split the bill, and know exactly how much each person owes.

US Tipping Guide by Service Type

How to Calculate a Tip

The Simple Formula

Tip = Bill × (Tip Percentage ÷ 100). For example, a 20% tip on a $50 bill: $50 × 0.20 = $10

Quick Mental Math Trick

To calculate 20% quickly: move the decimal one place left (= 10%), then double it. For a $65 bill: 10% = $6.50, doubled = $13 tip.

Splitting the Bill

Calculate the total tip on the full bill first, then divide the total (bill + tip) by the number of people. This ensures the server receives the full tip amount.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How much should I tip at a restaurant in the US? +

  In the US, the standard tip at a sit-down restaurant is 15-20% of the pre-tax bill. 15% is considered adequate, 18% is good, 20% is great, and 25% or more is exceptional. For poor service, 10% is typically the minimum.

• Should I tip on the pre-tax or post-tax amount? +

  Etiquette experts recommend tipping on the pre-tax subtotal. However, tipping on the post-tax total is also common and perfectly acceptable — the difference is usually small.

• How do I split a tip between multiple people? +

  Calculate the total tip on the full bill, then divide it equally by the number of people. For example, a $120 bill with a 20% tip = $24 tip total. Split 4 ways = $6 tip per person, $36 total per person.

• How much should I tip for food delivery? +

  For food delivery, 15-20% of the order total is standard, with a minimum of $3-5. For difficult deliveries (bad weather, long distance, heavy orders), consider tipping 20-25%.

• Do I need to tip for takeout or counter service? +

  Tipping for takeout is optional but appreciated. If you choose to tip, 10-15% is generous. For counter service (coffee shops, fast casual), $1-2 per drink or 15-20% is common.

• How much should I tip a taxi or rideshare driver? +

  For taxi and rideshare (Uber, Lyft), 15-20% of the fare is standard. A minimum of $2-3 for short trips is customary. For help with luggage or exceptional service, tip more.

• How much do you tip hotel housekeeping? +

  Leave $2-5 per night for hotel housekeeping, left daily (not just at checkout, as different staff may clean your room). For luxury hotels or rooms requiring extra cleaning, $5-10 per night.

• Is it rude not to tip in the United States? +

  In the US, tipping is a deeply ingrained custom and a significant part of service workers' income. Not tipping for table service at a restaurant is generally considered rude, as servers often earn below minimum wage and rely on tips.

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