Tip Calculator
Calculate the right tip for your meal and split the bill evenly among friends. Choose a preset tip percentage or enter your own, and see each person's share.
Tip Amount
$15.30
Total with Tip
$100.30
Per Person
$50.15
Tip Per Person
$7.65
Quick Comparison
10%
$8.50
$46.75/ea
15%
$12.75
$48.88/ea
18%
$15.30
$50.15/ea
20%
$17.00
$51.00/ea
25%
$21.25
$53.13/ea
How to use
Enter the total bill amount, select or type your desired tip percentage, and enter the number of people splitting the bill. The calculator shows the tip amount, the total bill including tip, and each person's share. Common tip amounts in the US range from 15% for adequate service to 20%+ for excellent service.
Formula
Per Person = (Bill + Tip) / Number of People
The tip is calculated as a percentage of the pre-tax bill amount. The total is then divided equally among all diners. For example, a $80 bill with a 20% tip is $80 + $16 = $96 total, or $24 per person if split four ways.
When this calculator helps
Splitting a restaurant bill with friends can turn into a weird little math test, especially after a long meal. Enter the bill, choose the tip, and set the group size. The calculator gives you the tip, the final total, and each person's share so nobody has to do mental math over dessert.
Examples
Example 1: Dinner for Two
A couple receives a bill of $74.50. They want to leave a 20% tip. The calculator shows $14.90 tip, $89.40 total, and $44.70 per person. They can round up to $45 each and move on.
Example 2: Large Group Birthday Dinner
Eight friends celebrate a birthday with a $320 bill. They agree on an 18% tip, the calculator computes $57.60 tip, $377.60 total, and $47.20 per person. Everyone Venmos the same amount, and the birthday person's share gets split among the other seven at $53.94 each.
Example 3: Quick Lunch with Modest Tip
A solo diner has a $16.50 lunch bill and wants to leave a 15% tip. The calculator shows $2.48 tip for a total of $18.98. They round up to $19.00 on the receipt, a simple, practical approach that keeps tipping easy for smaller meals.
Things to watch
- •Check if a gratuity is already included, many restaurants add 18-20% automatically for groups of 6 or more.
- •Tip on the pre-tax subtotal rather than the after-tax total for proper etiquette, though either approach is acceptable.
- •For exceptionally poor service, 10% is considered the minimum, speak with a manager rather than leaving no tip.
- •When paying by card, double-check the tip line, some receipts have confusing layouts that lead to accidental double-tipping.
- •In the US, servers often earn a reduced minimum wage ($2.13/hour federally) and depend on tips for the majority of their income.
Sources and methodology
Last reviewed: Checked during calculator QA. We review formulas, default assumptions, and examples against public references when a formal source applies.
Method: This calculator uses the formula explained on this page. We also check example results by hand to catch obvious mistakes.
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Common questions
- How much should I tip at a restaurant?
- In the United States, 15-20% of the pre-tax bill is standard for sit-down restaurants. For exceptional service, 25% or more is appropriate. For takeout, 10-15% is becoming increasingly common.
- Should I tip on the pre-tax or post-tax amount?
- Etiquette experts say you should tip on the pre-tax subtotal. However, tipping on the total (including tax) is also acceptable and simplifies the math. The difference is usually just a dollar or two.
- How much should I tip for delivery or takeout?
- For food delivery, 15-20% is standard, similar to dining in, since drivers use their own vehicles and time. For takeout pickup, 10-15% is a nice gesture as staff still prepare and package your order. During bad weather or for large/complex orders, consider tipping on the higher end.
- Is tipping different outside the United States?
- Yes, tipping customs vary widely. In Japan, tipping can be considered rude. In most of Europe, a 5-10% tip or rounding up is common but not expected, as service charges are often included. In Canada, tipping norms are similar to the US at 15-20%. Always research local customs when traveling abroad.
- Should I tip on discounted or comped items?
- Yes, etiquette experts recommend tipping on the original pre-discount amount. If your $100 meal was discounted to $70 with a coupon, tip based on $100. For comped items (like a free dessert), include the value of those items in your tip calculation to fairly compensate your server.