Tip Calculator
Quickly calculate the tip and total bill, with optional split between people.
How to calculate a tip
To calculate a tip, multiply the pre-tax bill amount by the tip percentage expressed as a decimal. For a 15% tip on a $50 bill, that's 50 × 0.15 = $7.50. The total you pay is the bill plus the tip: $57.50. Our calculator does this instantly and can also split the total between any number of people.
How much should I tip?
- Restaurants (sit-down): 15–20% in the US is standard, 18–22% for excellent service.
- Delivery / takeout: 10–15%, with a $2–5 minimum.
- Bartenders: $1–2 per drink or 15–20% of the tab.
- Taxi / ride-share: 10–15% of the fare.
- Hairdresser / barber: 15–20%.
Tipping norms vary by country — in many parts of Europe and Asia, service is often included or tipping is minimal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I tip on the pre-tax or post-tax amount?
Most etiquette guides recommend tipping on the pre-tax subtotal, since the tax is not money the server is providing service for. However, many people simply tip on the total for convenience.
How do I split a bill unevenly?
This calculator splits evenly. For uneven splits, calculate each person's subtotal first, multiply by (1 + tip%) to get their share including tip, then add their portion of the tax.
Is a 20% tip considered generous?
20% is standard-to-good in the US for sit-down dining. 22%+ signals excellent service. Below 15% generally signals dissatisfaction.