Tip Calculator
Enter the bill, tip percentage, and how many people are splitting. Get the tip amount, grand total, and each person’s share — useful for restaurants, delivery, and group meals.
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The formula
Tip is a percentage of the bill. Total is bill plus tip. Per-person cost divides the total by the number of people (default 1).
Worked example
- Bill $85, tip 18%, split 2 ways
- Tip = $85 × 0.18 = $15.30
- Total = $85 + $15.30 = $100.30 · each pays $50.15
Result: Tip $15.30 · total $100.30 · $50.15/person
How the tip is calculated
This tool applies a single tip percentage to the amount you enter, then optionally splits the tipped total evenly. Customs vary widely by country and venue — use the percentage that matches your situation.
Percentage of what?
We multiply whatever bill amount you type. Many diners tip on the pre-tax food-and-drink subtotal; others tip on the post-tax total. If a receipt shows both, choose deliberately — post-tax tipping raises the tip by the tax rate share.
If a restaurant already added a service charge (common for large parties), check whether that charge replaces a tip. Adding another full tip on top can overpay; leaving nothing may underpay if staff still rely on gratuities.
Splitting the bill
Per-person share is total ÷ people. That assumes an even split of the whole bill plus tip. If friends ordered unevenly, calculate tip on the full bill first, then allocate each person’s items separately and add their share of the tip.
What we do not model
We do not auto-detect tax, service fees, or delivery-app tip fields. Enter the base you intend to tip on. Currency formatting follows the page currency setting.
Interesting facts
US tipping culture
In the US, 15–20% is common for sit-down restaurants because servers often rely on tips as a major share of income.
Pre-tax or post-tax?
Many diners tip on the pre-tax subtotal; others tip on the total. Local custom varies — when unsure, ask or tip on the higher base.
Service included abroad
In much of Europe and Asia, service is built into menu prices. An extra tip is optional appreciation, not a wage substitute.
Delivery and takeout
App delivery often already includes fees and driver tips. Double-check the checkout screen so you do not tip twice unintentionally.
Splitting fairly
When splitting, decide whether tip is calculated before or after dividing items — itemized apps reduce awkward rounding fights.
Frequently asked questions
For sit-down restaurants, 18–20% of the pre-tax bill is a common range for good service; 15% is often treated as a floor. Bars, cafés, and takeout customs differ — follow posted guidance when present.
Many people tip on the pre-tax subtotal. Tipping on the post-tax total is more generous. Enter whichever base you choose; the calculator multiplies that number by your tip %.
Enter the bill, tip %, and number of people. The result shows tip, total, and an even per-person share of the tipped total.
In many countries a service charge is built into the price. An extra tip is optional. If a US bill already adds an automatic gratuity, confirm whether more tip is expected before adding another percentage.
Yes for math — but apps may already collect a driver tip and fees. Use the calculator on the food subtotal only if you are tipping outside the app, and avoid double-tipping.
References
- Tipping — consumer context Explains the federal tip-credit framework that shapes U.S. restaurant wage structures.
- Travel tips and customs General travel planning; tipping norms still vary by destination — check local guidance.
- Service charges vs tips Distinguishes tips and related reporting concepts for U.S. tax purposes.