Tip Calculator
Calculate tip and split the bill between friends. Choose a preset percentage or enter your own. Includes rounding suggestions for easy splitting.
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2 people
Tip Amount $9.00
Total Bill $59.00
Tip / Person $4.50
Total / Person $29.50
💡 Round up to $29.50 per person for easier splitting
US Tipping Guide
Poor
< 10%
Fair
10–15%
Good
15–18%
Great
18–20%
Excellent
20–25%
Outstanding
25%+
Quick Reference: Tip Amounts by Bill Size
| Bill | 15% | 18% | 20% | 25% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $20 | $3.00 | $3.60 | $4.00 | $5.00 |
| $30 | $4.50 | $5.40 | $6.00 | $7.50 |
| $40 | $6.00 | $7.20 | $8.00 | $10.00 |
| $50 | $7.50 | $9.00 | $10.00 | $12.50 |
| $75 | $11.25 | $13.50 | $15.00 | $18.75 |
| $100 | $15.00 | $18.00 | $20.00 | $25.00 |
| $150 | $22.50 | $27.00 | $30.00 | $37.50 |
| $200 | $30.00 | $36.00 | $40.00 | $50.00 |
Tipping by Service Type
Customary tipping norms in the United States.
| Service | Typical Tip |
|---|---|
| Sit-down restaurant | 18–20% |
| Counter / quick service | 10–15% or optional |
| Food delivery | 15–20%, min $3–$5 |
| Bartender | $1–2/drink or 18–20% |
| Taxi / rideshare | 10–15% |
| Hair stylist / barber | 15–20% |
| Hotel housekeeping | $3–5 per night |
| Spa / massage | 15–20% |
| Takeout | Optional; 10% |
Hotel bellhop: $1–2 per bag. Tour guide: $5–10 for a short tour, more for full-day. Some restaurants add an automatic gratuity (usually 18–20%) for parties of 6 or more — check your bill before adding another tip.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the standard tip in the US? ▼
15–20% is the standard. For sit-down restaurants, 18–20% is most common. 20% is easy to calculate (just move the decimal and double it).
How much should I tip on a $50 bill? ▼
15% = $7.50, 18% = $9.00, 20% = $10.00. Total at 20%: $60.00.
Should I tip on the pre-tax or post-tax amount? ▼
Traditionally pre-tax, but tipping on the post-tax total is also common and acceptable.
How do I calculate a 20% tip mentally? ▼
Move the decimal left one place to get 10%, then double that for 20%. On $45: 10% = $4.50, 20% = $9.00.
How do I split a $120 bill 4 ways with 18% tip? ▼
Tip = $120 × 0.18 = $21.60. Total = $141.60. Per person = $141.60 ÷ 4 = $35.40.