Tip Calculator
Calculate your tip amount, total bill, and split between any number of people — with a full tip percentage comparison table so you always leave the right amount.
How to Use the Tip Calculator
- 1Enter your total bill amount before tip. Use the quick tip percentage buttons to instantly select 10% 15% 18% 20% or 25% — or type any custom percentage.
- 2Enter the number of people splitting the bill. The calculator will divide the total bill and tip equally among all people.
- 3Click Calculate to see your tip amount total bill and per person breakdown. The comparison table shows all standard tip percentages at once so you can easily choose.
- 4Download the free PDF to share with your group or keep as a record.
Example Calculation
Tip Comparison Table:
15%: Tip $12.82 | Total $98.33 | Per Person $32.77 | Tip PP $4.27
18%: Tip $15.39 | Total $100.89 | Per Person $33.63 | Tip PP $5.13
20%: Tip $17.10 | Total $102.60 | Per Person $34.20 | Tip PP $5.70
25%: Tip $21.38 | Total $106.88 | Per Person $35.63 | Tip PP $7.13
Frequently Asked Questions
How much should I tip at a restaurant?
In the United States the standard restaurant tip is 15% to 20% of the pre-tax bill for good service. For exceptional service 20% to 25% is appropriate. For average service 15% is acceptable. Some people tip on the pre-tax amount while others tip on the total including tax — either is fine. The most important thing is to acknowledge good service with a fair tip.
How do I calculate a tip in my head?
To quickly calculate a 10% tip move the decimal point one place to the left. For a $85 bill 10% is $8.50. For 20% double the 10% amount giving $17.00. For 15% take the 10% amount and add half — $8.50 plus $4.25 equals $12.75. For 18% take 20% and subtract 10% of the 10% amount. These mental math tricks let you calculate any standard tip in seconds without a calculator.
Should I tip on the pre-tax or post-tax amount?
There is no universal rule. Most etiquette guides suggest tipping on the pre-tax amount since tax is not part of the service you received. However many people tip on the total bill for simplicity. The difference is usually small — on an $85 bill with 8% tax tipping 18% on pre-tax gives $15.30 while tipping on the total gives $16.52. Either approach is acceptable — what matters most is leaving a fair tip for good service.
How do I split a bill unevenly?
This calculator splits the bill equally among all people. For uneven splits where different people ordered different amounts the easiest approach is for each person to calculate what they owe for their items then add their proportional share of the tip. For example if one person's food was 40% of the total bill their tip share should also be 40% of the total tip.
Do I need to tip on takeout orders?
Tipping on takeout is optional but appreciated. A tip of 10% to 15% is common for takeout orders especially at full-service restaurants. For simple fast food counter service tipping is generally not expected. For delivery orders 15% to 20% is standard since the delivery driver is providing a service. Many digital payment systems now prompt for tips on takeout — it is always your choice whether to tip and how much.