Tip Calculator
Split bills & calculate tips fast
How to Use the Tip Calculator
Quickly calculate tips and split bills among any number of people. Choose from standard tip percentages or enter a custom amount.
Tipping Guidelines
- 15%: Standard for adequate service
- 18%: Good service
- 20%: Excellent service
- 25%+: Exceptional service or to reward great experiences
Splitting Bills
Our calculator divides the total (bill + tip) evenly among all people. For uneven splits based on individual orders, you may need to calculate each person's portion separately.
When to Tip
Tipping customs vary by service type. Restaurant servers, bartenders, and delivery drivers typically expect tips. Some services like coffee shops have optional tip jars. When in doubt, consider the service quality and local customs.
Frequently Asked Questions
15-20% is standard for restaurant service in the US. 15% for adequate service, 18% for good service, 20% or more for excellent service. Calculate tip on the pre-tax bill total. Tipping is expected and servers often earn below minimum wage.
Move the decimal one place left (this is 10%), then double it. For a $45.00 bill: 10% = $4.50, doubled = $9.00 tip. For 15%, find 10% and add half: $4.50 + $2.25 = $6.75. These mental shortcuts make tipping easy.
Technically, you should tip on the pre-tax amount. However, tipping on the total is common and slightly more generous. For large bills, the difference matters more. Either approach is acceptable - generosity is appreciated.
15-20% is standard for food delivery, with a $5 minimum for short distances. Consider tipping more for long distances, bad weather, heavy/large orders, or apartment deliveries requiring stairs. Delivery drivers use their own vehicles and gas.
Tipping on takeout is optional but appreciated, typically 10% or a few dollars. During busy times or for complex orders, tipping acknowledges the extra work. Some argue takeout does not warrant tips since there is no table service.
The easiest method is dividing the total (including tip) equally. For fairness when orders vary significantly, each person can calculate their share plus tip. Apps like Splitwise help track who owes what for recurring group expenses.