Tip Calculator and Gratuity Calculator
Our tip calculator works out the tip, the total and each person's share in seconds. Pick a tip percentage, leave out the tax if you like and round the result up for easy paying. It also works as a gratuity calculator for restaurants, delivery, taxis and salons.
What a Tip Is
A tip, or gratuity, is extra money you give for good service on top of the bill. In the US and Canada it is part of how many service workers earn a living. In other countries it is smaller, already included or not expected at all.
Most tips are a percentage of the bill, which is why the math can feel awkward at the table. A tip calculator removes the guesswork. You type the bill and the percentage and get the exact amount to leave.
How to Use the Tip Calculator
- Enter the bill amount from your receipt.
- Type a tip percentage or tap one of the quick buttons from 10% to 25%.
- Add the tax shown on the receipt if you want to tip on the amount before tax.
- Set the number of people to share the cost evenly.
- Choose a rounding option if you prefer whole numbers.
The results show the total to pay, the tip and each person's share. A comparison table lists the tip at six common rates, so you can see the difference before you decide. Everything updates as you type.
How to Calculate Tip
The formula is simple: tip = bill × tip percentage ÷ 100. For a bill of $60 and a 20% tip, that is 60 × 20 ÷ 100 = $12, so you pay $72. The gratuity calculator above does the same math for any amount and any rate.
Quick Mental Math
- 10%: move the decimal point one place left, so $64.50 becomes $6.45.
- 20%: find 10% and double it, so $64.50 gives $12.90.
- 15%: find 10% and add half of it, so $6.45 plus $3.23 is about $9.68.
- 25%: divide the bill by 4.
These shortcuts get you close enough at the table. Use the tip calculator when you want the exact figure, a split or rounding. That matters most with large bills and big groups.
Tip Calculator Examples
A Dinner for Two
A couple gets a bill of $86.40 and wants to leave 18%. The tip calculator gives a tip of $15.55 and a total of $101.95. Split two ways, each person pays $50.98.
Tipping Before Tax
Your receipt shows $108.25, which includes $8.25 of sales tax. Many people tip on the amount before tax, so a 20% tip on $100 comes to $20.00 and the total is $128.25. Tipping on the full receipt would add $21.65 instead.
A Group of Six
Six friends share a $240 bill and agree on 18%. The tip is $43.20, the total is $283.20 and each person pays $47.20. Enter 6 in the people box and the gratuity calculator handles the split.
Rounding Up Each Share
Four people split a $135 bill with a 20% tip. Each share is $40.50, which is awkward in cash. Choose per person rounding in the gratuity calculator and everyone pays $41, for a total of $164 and a tip of $29.
How Much to Tip in the US
Tipping norms vary by service. The table below shows common US ranges, though local customs and the quality of service can move them. Delivery and ride apps often suggest amounts too.
| Service | Typical tip |
| Sit down restaurant | 15% to 20% |
| Buffet | 10% |
| Bartender | $1 to $2 a drink or 15% to 20% |
| Food delivery | 15% to 20%, with at least $3 to $5 |
| Taxi or ride share | 15% to 20% |
| Hair salon or barber | 15% to 20% |
| Hotel housekeeping | $2 to $5 a night |
| Valet parking | $2 to $5 |
Use these ranges in the gratuity calculator as a starting point, not a rule. Leave more for outstanding service, a long stay at the table or a difficult order. Many people tip at the higher end for big orders and holiday meals.
Why Tipping Matters in the US
Under federal law, employers may pay tipped workers as little as $2.13 an hour, as long as tips bring them up to the $7.25 federal minimum wage. Some states require a higher base wage, and a few ban the lower tipped rate. Even so, tips make up a large share of income for servers and bartenders.
That is why a 15% to 20% tip is common even for average service in a US restaurant. Leaving nothing usually sends a strong message. If the service was poor, many people still leave a smaller tip and speak with a manager.
Tipping Etiquette Around the World
- Canada: much like the US, with 15% to 20% common in restaurants.
- United Kingdom: 10% to 12.5% is usual, and many restaurants add it to the bill.
- Europe: rounding up or leaving 5% to 10% is common, since service is often included.
- Japan and South Korea: tipping is not expected and can cause confusion.
- Pakistan and India: 5% to 10% is welcome in restaurants unless a service charge is already added.
- UAE: 10% to 15% is common when the bill has no service charge.
Customs change over time, so check local advice before you travel. Tipping etiquette also differs between cities and types of venue. When in doubt, a modest tip with a thank you is rarely wrong.
Service Charge vs Tip
A service charge is a fixed percentage the restaurant adds to the bill, often for large groups. In the US it is common for parties of six or more. Check your receipt before you use the tip calculator, so you do not pay twice by mistake.
A service charge may not go to your server in full, since some businesses keep part of it. A tip is voluntary and usually goes to the staff. If you want to reward great service, a small extra tip on top is still welcome.
Tipping on Takeout, Delivery and Apps
Card readers and apps now ask for a tip almost everywhere, from coffee shops to self checkout kiosks. The screen often suggests 18%, 20% and 25%, sometimes based on the total after tax. A gratuity calculator shows what those buttons really mean in dollars before you tap one.
For counter service and takeout, a tip is optional. Many people leave 10% or round up, and some leave nothing for a simple coffee. Delivery is different, because the driver covers the cost of the trip, so 15% to 20% with a minimum of a few dollars is fair.
Ride share apps let you tip after the trip, which gives you time to think. Run the fare through the gratuity calculator and pick an amount that fits the service. A short ride with heavy bags deserves a little more.
Splitting the Bill Fairly
An even split is the simplest way to split the bill, and it works when everyone ordered about the same. When orders differ a lot, people often pay for their own items and add their own share of the tip. That keeps the person who ordered water from paying for someone else's steak.
For an itemized split, enter each person's subtotal in the tip calculator one at a time. Add a share of the tax and the tip to each. The rounding option in the gratuity calculator makes it easy to pay in cash or with a payment app.
Tips for Tipping Well
- Check whether a service charge or gratuity is already on the receipt.
- Tip on the pre tax amount, unless you prefer to keep it simple.
- Leave cash when you can, since card tips may be delayed or reduced by fees.
- Tip delivery drivers more in bad weather or for long distances.
A tip is a thank you as much as a payment. The right amount depends on the service, the place and your budget. The gratuity calculator helps you choose a figure you are happy with.
Why Use Our Tip Calculator
It handles tips before tax, splits between up to 100 people and three rounding styles. A built in table compares six tip rates at once. It runs in your browser and nothing you type is stored. Enter your bill and work out your tip now.
Frequently asked questions
Is this tip calculator free?
Yes, it is free with no sign up and no limit.
How to calculate tip on a bill?
Multiply the bill by the tip percentage and divide by 100.
Should I tip on the total before or after tax?
Tipping on the pre tax amount is common, and the tool lets you do either.
What is a good tip at a restaurant in the US?
15% to 20% is standard, and 20% or more is common for great service.
Can the gratuity calculator split a bill?
Yes, enter the number of people to see each share.
What is the difference between a tip and a service charge?
A tip is optional, while a service charge is added by the business.
Is a gratuity calculator the same as a tip calculator?
Yes, gratuity is simply another word for tip.
How do I split the bill when orders differ?
Enter each person's subtotal separately and add their share of tax and tip.
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