Tip Calculator
Calculate the tip and split the bill fairly between any number of people.
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Examples
| Input | Result |
|---|---|
| $60.00 bill, 18% tip | Tip $10.80, total $70.80 |
| $60.00 bill, 18% tip, split 4 ways | $17.70 per person |
| $85.50 bill, 20% tip | Tip $17.10, total $102.60 |
| $85.50 bill, 20% tip, split 4 ways | $25.65 per person |
About this calculator
A tip, or gratuity, is an extra amount you add to a bill to reward service, typically calculated as a percentage of the pre-tax total. Tipping customs vary by country and venue, but in many places a sit-down restaurant tip falls between 15% and 20%. This Tip Calculator works out the gratuity, the new grand total, and optionally splits the whole thing evenly across your group so nobody has to do mental math at the table.
The formula is short. The tip amount equals the bill multiplied by the tip percentage expressed as a decimal, so an 18% tip on a $60 bill is 60 x 0.18 = $10.80. The total you pay is the bill plus the tip, which here is 60 + 10.80 = $70.80. When you split the check, you divide that total by the number of people, so four diners would each pay 70.80 / 4 = $17.70.
To use the calculator, enter the bill amount, then choose or type the tip percentage. If you are dining with others, enter the number of people in the split field. The tool instantly shows the tip in dollars, the combined total, and the per-person share. Many users like to nudge the percentage up or down a point or two to round the total to a convenient number.
The results break down into three useful figures. The tip amount is what the server receives, the total is what leaves your wallet, and the per-person amount is each diner's fair share when splitting evenly. If you want to tip on the post-tax total instead of the pre-tax subtotal, simply enter the after-tax figure as the bill, which yields a slightly larger gratuity.
A frequent point of confusion is whether to tip on the pre-tax or post-tax amount; tipping on the pre-tax subtotal is standard and slightly more economical, though either is acceptable. Another mistake is forgetting that some venues add an automatic service charge for large parties, in which case an additional tip may be unnecessary. Always glance at the bill for any included gratuity before adding your own.
Frequently asked questions
Tipping on the pre-tax subtotal is the conventional approach and is slightly cheaper for you. Tipping on the post-tax total is also common and only adds a small amount. Either is socially acceptable, so pick whichever you prefer.
In the United States, 15% to 20% is typical for table service, with 18% to 20% reflecting good service. Counter service, takeout, and other situations often warrant less or nothing. Customs differ widely by country, so adjust when traveling.
Add the tip to the bill first, then divide the total by the number of people. An $85.50 bill with a 20% tip totals $102.60, which split four ways is $25.65 each. Splitting before adding the tip would leave the gratuity uncovered.
Many restaurants add an automatic gratuity for large parties, often 18% to 20%, which already covers the tip. Check the bill for a line labeled service charge or gratuity, and only add more if you feel the service merits it.
Adjust the tip percentage up or down by a point or two until the grand total lands on a round figure. For example, raising a tip slightly to bring a $70.40 total up to $72.00 keeps the math easy without significantly changing the gratuity.
Delivery typically warrants a tip of 10% to 20% or a few dollars minimum, since a driver is providing a service. Takeout tipping is optional and usually smaller, often rounding up or leaving a dollar or two if you wish.
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