Tip Calculator
Enter the bill, pick a tip, and split among your group.
Bill amount
$
Tip percentage
Custom:
%
Split among
1
person
Per person
$0.00
includes tip
Tip amount
$0.00
total
Total bill
$0.00
bill + tip
Round per-person up to nearest:
How much should I tip?
Tipping norms vary by country and context, but common guidelines in the United States are:
Restaurants: 15–20% for standard service, 20–25% for excellent service. Many people round up for convenience. It's customary to tip on the pre-tax total, though many people tip on the full amount.
Bars: $1–2 per drink for simple orders, 15–20% for cocktails and tab service.
Delivery: 15–20% of the order, with a minimum of $3–5 for small orders, especially for long distances or bad weather.
Taxis / rideshare: 15–20% is typical. Many apps suggest 20–25%.
Frequently Asked Questions
Technically, the etiquette is to tip on the pre-tax subtotal since the tax goes to the government, not the server. In practice, most people tip on the full after-tax total for simplicity, which results in a slightly higher tip. The difference is small — on a $50 meal with 10% sales tax, tipping 20% on pre-tax gives $10 vs $11 on the after-tax total. Either approach is acceptable.
This calculator divides the total (bill + tip) equally among the number of people. For unequal orders, you'd calculate each person's share of the bill individually, then add the tip proportionally. Many restaurant payment apps now handle itemised splitting automatically. The easiest approach for a group is to add up each person's items, calculate their tip at the chosen percentage, and round up for simplicity.