How to Use This Tip Calculator
Enter your bill amount, choose a tip percentage using the slider, and set how many people are splitting the bill. The calculator instantly shows the tip amount, total, and per-person breakdown. Use the comparison table to quickly see totals at different tip levels.
Standard Tipping Guidelines
In the United States, 15-20% is standard for sit-down restaurants. For exceptional service, 25% or more is generous. Buffets typically warrant 10-15%, and takeout 10% or nothing. Other countries have different customs—many European and Asian countries include service charges or don't expect tips.
Splitting the Bill
When splitting with a group, it's common to divide the total evenly. For more precise splits, each person can calculate their share based on what they ordered and add their own tip. Rounding up per-person amounts slightly helps avoid shortchanging the server.
Tip on Pre-tax or Post-tax?
Etiquette experts generally recommend tipping on the pre-tax amount, though many people tip on the total for simplicity. The difference is usually small. Enter whichever amount you prefer as the bill amount in this calculator.