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Tip Calculator

Free tip calculator to work out how much to tip, your total bill, and the amount owed per person. Quick 15/18/20/25% buttons plus custom tip and group splitting.

Total amount on the check, before tip

Or enter a custom tip below

Split the total evenly between this many people

What Does This Tip Calculator Do?

This tip calculator takes the guesswork out of splitting a restaurant, bar, or delivery bill. Enter your bill amount, pick a tip percentage (or enter a custom percentage or dollar amount), and the number of people sharing the bill. Instantly see the tip amount, the total bill, and exactly how much each person owes.

How the Tip Calculation Works

The math behind tipping is straightforward:

  • Tip Amount = Bill Amount x (Tip Percentage / 100)
  • Total Bill = Bill Amount + Tip Amount
  • Amount Per Person = Total Bill / Number of People

Worked Example

Say your bill comes to 50.00 and you want to leave a 20% tip, splitting the total between 4 people:

  • Tip Amount = 50.00 x 0.20 = 10.00
  • Total Bill = 50.00 + 10.00 = 60.00
  • Amount Per Person = 60.00 / 4 = 15.00

Each of the four people pays 15.00, and together that covers the bill plus a fair 20% tip.

Choosing a Tip Percentage

There is no single "correct" tip percentage, but common benchmarks in the US are 15% for adequate service, 18-20% for good service, and 25%+ for outstanding service. Delivery drivers are typically tipped 10-15% of the order subtotal, often with a small minimum amount for short trips. This calculator's quick-select buttons (15%, 18%, 20%, 25%) let you compare these scenarios instantly, and the comparison table shows exactly how each percentage changes your total and per-person amount.

Splitting a Tip Between Multiple People

When a group shares one bill evenly, the fairest approach is to add the tip to the bill first, then divide the combined total by the headcount - which is exactly what this calculator does. If instead everyone ordered different amounts and you want each person to pay only for what they ordered (plus their share of tip), use our split bill calculator, which supports uneven, per-person amounts.

Practical Tipping Tips

  • Round up: Rounding the total to a clean number (e.g. 60.00 instead of 59.72) is a common courtesy and makes cash payments easier.
  • Check for included service charges: Some restaurants (especially for large parties) already add an automatic gratuity - check your bill before tipping again.
  • Tip on the subtotal or total: Either is broadly acceptable; just be consistent so your comparisons make sense.
  • For large groups: Confirm whether the bill already includes an automatic gratuity before adding another tip on top.
Note: Tipping norms vary by country, restaurant type, and local custom. This calculator performs the arithmetic only - use your own judgment (and local etiquette) to choose an appropriate percentage.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a normal tip percentage in the US?
Typical restaurant tips in the US range from 15% for average service to 20% for good service, with 25% or more for exceptional service. Many people now use 18-20% as the standard baseline. Use the quick-select buttons on this tip calculator to compare 15%, 18%, 20%, and 25% instantly.
How do I use a tip calculator for large groups?
Enter the total bill amount, choose your tip percentage, then enter the number of people in the group. The calculator divides the bill plus tip evenly across everyone, so each person pays the same amount. For large groups with different orders, use a split bill calculator instead so each person only pays for what they ordered.
18% vs 20% tip on a bill - how much difference does it make?
On a 50 bill, 18% tip is 9.00 (total 59.00) while 20% tip is 10.00 (total 60.00) - a difference of just 1.00. The comparison table below the calculator results shows tip amounts at 10%, 15%, 18%, 20%, and 25% side by side so you can see the exact difference for your bill.
How much should I tip a delivery driver?
A common guideline is 10-15% of the order total, with a minimum of 3-5 for smaller orders, and more in bad weather or for large or complex deliveries. Enter your order subtotal into this calculator and use the custom tip percentage or custom tip amount field to model different scenarios.
How to split a tip between multiple people?
Calculate the total bill and tip first, then divide the combined total by the number of people. This calculator does that automatically - just enter the number of people and it shows the amount per person, which already includes each person's fair share of the tip.
Should I tip on the pre-tax or post-tax amount?
Tipping etiquette varies, but tipping on the pre-tax subtotal is technically the traditional standard, while many people simply tip on the total including tax for simplicity. Either approach is common; use whichever amount you enter as the bill amount in the calculator.
Is it rude to tip less than 15%?
In the US, tipping below 15% is generally reserved for poor service, since serving staff often rely heavily on tips as part of their income. If service was acceptable or better, 18-20% is the safer default.
Do I tip on takeout orders?
Tipping on takeout is optional and typically lower than dine-in, often 0-10%, though many people round up or tip a small flat amount as a courtesy, especially for custom or complex orders.

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How this is calculated: This tool uses standard, well-established formulas for everyday math calculations. Results are estimates for informational and planning purposes — always double-check figures for anything with real-world consequences (e.g. ordering materials or submitting grades).