Tip Calculator & Bill Splitter

Splitting a restaurant bill shouldn't be stressful. Our tip calculator lets you enter your bill, choose a tip percentage, and instantly see how much each person owes — including tax if needed. Whether you're dining out, ordering delivery, or splitting a bar tab, this tool handles the math instantly.

Calculate Tip & Split Bill

Bill Amount ($)

Tip Percentage (%)

Number of People

Tax Amount ($, optional)

Tip Amount

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Total Bill

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Per Person

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Tip Per Person

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Tipping Guide: How Much to Tip

Service	Standard Tip	Excellent Service	Notes
Sit-down restaurant	18–20%	22–25%	On pre-tax amount
Fast casual / counter	Optional 10–15%	15–18%	At your discretion
Food delivery	15–20%	20–25%	Add more for bad weather
Bartender	$1–2 per drink	20% of tab	Tab: 20%, per drink: $1–2
Coffee shop	Optional $0.50–2	10–15%	Tip jar or counter app
Hair salon	15–20%	20–25%	Tip the stylist directly
Taxi / rideshare	15–20%	20–25%	In-app tipping preferred
Hotel housekeeping	$3–5/night	$5–10/night	Leave daily, not just checkout
Valet parking	$3–5	$5–10	Tip when you pick up
Spa / massage	15–20%	20–25%	On service total, not package price

How to Use the Tip Calculator

Enter your bill amount — the subtotal before tax and tip.
Set your tip percentage using the quick-select buttons (10%, 15%, 18%, 20%, 25%) or type a custom amount.
Enter the number of people splitting the bill.
Optionally enter the tax amount if it's already on your receipt and you want to include it in the split.

Should You Tip on Pre-Tax or Post-Tax?

The traditional etiquette is to tip on the pre-tax subtotal. Tax is a government levy, not part of the service — so your server shouldn't receive a portion of it. That said, the difference is often small, and many people find it easier to tip on the post-tax total shown on the bill. Doing so results in a slightly higher tip, which most servers appreciate.

Our calculator uses the pre-tax amount as the base by default, which aligns with traditional tipping etiquette.

Is 20% the New Standard?

Tipping norms have shifted over the past decade. While 15% was once considered the standard restaurant tip, 18–20% is now widely considered the baseline for good service in the United States. Post-pandemic, many servers depend heavily on tips as a primary income source, and 20% has become the default expectation at sit-down restaurants.

Some cities and states have introduced or are considering mandatory service charges — particularly in California, New York, and Washington D.C. Always check your receipt to see if a service charge has already been included, so you don't double-tip.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it rude not to tip?

In the United States, not tipping at a sit-down restaurant is generally considered rude, as servers rely on tips as a primary income source due to the tipped minimum wage laws in most states. In other countries — like Japan, South Korea, and parts of Europe — tipping is not expected and can even be declined. Always be aware of local customs when traveling.

What is a service charge vs. a tip?

A service charge is a mandatory fee added by the restaurant, typically 18–22% for large parties. It may or may not go directly to the server — this varies by restaurant. A tip is a voluntary amount you add at your discretion. If you see an auto-gratuity on your bill, you typically don't need to add an additional tip, though you can add extra if service was exceptional.

How do I split a bill when people ordered different amounts?