Tip Calculator
Calculate the tip for a bill and split it among friends.
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Calculate Tips & Split Bills with Ease
Our free Tip Calculator quickly determines the correct tip amount and helps you split the total bill evenly among any number of people, making dining out simple.
What is a Tip Calculator?
A Tip Calculator is a simple utility that helps you quickly calculate the gratuity for a service and determine the total bill amount. It is most commonly used in restaurants but is also useful for services like haircuts, food delivery, and taxi rides. By inputting the bill amount, tip percentage, and number of people, the calculator eliminates the guesswork and ensures a fast, accurate calculation, especially when splitting the cost among friends.
How It Works: The Tipping Formula
The calculator performs a few basic calculations:
Tip Amount = Bill Amount × (Tip Percentage / 100)
Total Bill = Bill Amount + Tip Amount + Tax
Amount per Person = Total Bill / Number of People
- Enter Bill Amount: Input the pre-tax subtotal from your receipt.
- Set Tip Percentage: Use the slider or buttons to select your desired tip percentage.
- Add Tax (Optional): Enter the tax amount for a more accurate total bill calculation.
- Split the Bill: Adjust the number of people to see the cost per person.
Interpreting the Results: Paying the Bill
The calculator provides a clear breakdown of the **Tip Amount**, the **Total Bill** (including tip and tax), and the **Amount per Person** if you're splitting the check. These results give you the exact numbers you need to fill out the receipt or to figure out cash contributions from your group without any hassle.
Common Tipping Myths
- Myth 1: You should always tip on the post-tax total. Standard etiquette in the U.S. suggests tipping on the pre-tax subtotal. While tipping on the total is generous, it's not expected.
- Myth 2: Tipping is the same everywhere in the world. Tipping customs vary dramatically by country. In many countries in Europe and Asia, a service charge is already included, and additional tipping is not standard practice. Always check local customs when traveling.
- Myth 3: You don't need to tip on takeout orders. While not always required, a small tip (around 10%) for takeout is appreciated, as staff still spend time packaging your order, ensuring it's correct, and bringing it to you.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you calculate a 20% tip?
To calculate a 20% tip, you can multiply the bill amount by 0.20. A quick mental math trick is to find 10% (by moving the decimal one place to the left) and then double that number. Our Tip Calculator can instantly calculate any percentage for you.
Should you tip on the pre-tax or post-tax amount?
Standard tipping etiquette in the United States is to calculate the tip based on the pre-tax bill amount. Our calculator allows you to input the subtotal and tax separately to calculate the tip correctly.
What is a standard tip for good service?
In the U.S., a standard tip for good service at a restaurant is typically 15-20% of the pre-tax bill. 15% is considered average, 18% is common for good service, and 20% or more is reserved for excellent service.
How do you calculate a tip and split the bill?
First, calculate the tip amount on the total bill. Then, add the tip to the bill to get the grand total. Finally, divide the grand total by the number of people to find out how much each person should pay. Our calculator does all these steps for you.
Tipping Etiquette Guide
- Restaurant Server: 15-20% of the pre-tax bill.
- Bartender: $1-$2 per drink or 15-20% of the bar tab.
- Food Delivery: 10-15% of the total, or at least $2-$5.
- Hair Stylist/Barber: 15-20%.
- Taxi/Rideshare Driver: 15-20% of the fare.
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