Tip Calculator
Calculate restaurant tips based on percentage, split bills among friends, and determine total amounts to pay. Easily customize tip percentages for different service quality.
Your Results
| Tip Amount | - |
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| Total Amount | - |
| Tip Per Person | - |
| Total Per Person | - |
Detailed Calculations:
| Calculation | Formula |
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| Tip Amount | Bill Amount × (Tip Percentage / 100) |
| Total Amount | Bill Amount + Tip Amount |
| Tip Per Person | Tip Amount ÷ Number of People |
| Total Per Person | Total Amount ÷ Number of People |
About Tip Calculator
This tip calculator helps you determine the appropriate gratuity for restaurant services, split bills among friends, and calculate total amounts to pay. It accounts for different service quality levels and allows for custom tip percentages.
Standard Tip Percentages
While tipping customs vary by country and situation, these are common guidelines for restaurant service in the United States:
- 10-15%: Below average to average service
- 15-18%: Standard for good service
- 18-20%: For very good service
- 20-25%: Exceptional service
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter your total bill amount before tax (or after tax if you prefer to tip on the total)
- Select a tip percentage from the presets or enter a custom percentage
- Enter the number of people splitting the bill (if applicable)
- Choose whether to round the tip amount up, down, or not at all
- View your calculated tip and total amounts
Tipping Etiquette Guidelines
While tipping is discretionary, these are general guidelines for various service industries:
Restaurants
15-20% of pre-tax bill for table service. Consider higher for exceptional service.
Food Delivery
10-15% of the bill, with a minimum of $2-5 depending on distance and order size.
Bartenders
$1-2 per drink or 15-20% of the tab.
Taxi/Rideshare
15-20% of the fare, rounded up to the nearest dollar.
Hotel Staff
$1-5 per bag for bellhops, $2-5 per night for housekeeping.
Why Tipping Matters
Tipping serves several important purposes in service industries:
- Rewards good service and incentivizes quality
- Suppplements income for workers who often earn below minimum wage
- Creates a direct feedback mechanism between customer and service provider
- Helps maintain service standards in the industry
Note: In some countries, service charges are automatically included, and additional tipping may not be expected. Always check local customs when traveling.