🧾 Tip Calculator
How to Use the Tip Calculator
Enter your bill amount, select or type a tip percentage, and enter how many people are splitting the bill. The calculator instantly shows the tip amount, total bill, and per-person share.
Standard Tipping Guide
| Service | Tip Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Restaurant (sit-down) | 15–20% | 20%+ for excellent service |
| Food delivery | 15–20% | Minimum $3–5 for small orders |
| Bartender | 15–20% | $1–2 per drink minimum |
| Hair salon | 15–20% | On service cost, not products |
| Taxi / rideshare | 15–20% | Round up to nearest dollar |
| Hotel housekeeping | $2–5/night | Leave daily, not just checkout |
| Coffee shop | 10–15% | Optional for counter service |
| Pizza delivery | 15–20% | Minimum $3–4 |
Is Tip Based on Pre-Tax or Post-Tax?
Tipping on the pre-tax amount is technically correct, but tipping on the total (including tax) is widely accepted and common. For simplicity, most people tip on the full bill total.
💡 Tip: If service was exceptional, 25–30% is a great way to show appreciation. If service was poor, speak to a manager rather than skipping the tip entirely — servers often share tips with kitchen staff.
Frequently Asked Questions
The standard tip at a sit-down restaurant in the US is 15–20% of the pre-tax bill. 15% is considered the minimum for acceptable service, 18% is average, 20% is good, and 25%+ is for exceptional service. Tipping below 10% is generally reserved for genuinely poor service.
This calculator splits the bill evenly. For uneven splits (different items), calculate each person's share of the food separately, then add their proportional share of the tip. For example, if you had 60% of the food, you'd pay 60% of the tip.
Traditionally, tips are calculated on the pre-tax amount. However, tipping on the full post-tax total is widely accepted. The difference is small — on a $100 meal with 8% tax, it's the difference between tipping on $100 vs $108.
In the United States, tipping is a cultural expectation for most service industries, especially restaurants where servers earn a lower base wage. Not tipping is generally considered rude. In some other countries (Japan, for example), tipping is not customary and can even be considered offensive.
15–20% of the order total is standard, with a minimum of $3–5 for small orders. Tip more for difficult weather conditions, large orders, long distances, or excellent service. Delivery drivers often receive little of the delivery fee charged by the platform.