Tip Calculator
Enter a tip percentage and bill amount to instantly find the tip and total.
Enter the tip percentage in the first field (e.g. 15) and the bill amount in the second. The result is the tip amount.
Common tip percentages
| Service | Typical tip | Tip on $50 | Tip on $100 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Restaurant (standard) | 15% | $7.50 | $15.00 |
| Restaurant (good service) | 20% | $10.00 | $20.00 |
| Restaurant (excellent) | 25% | $12.50 | $25.00 |
| Bar / drinks | 15–20% | $7.50–$10 | $15–$20 |
| Taxi / rideshare | 10–15% | $5.00–$7.50 | $10–$15 |
| Hotel housekeeping | $2–$5 per night | — | — |
| Hair salon | 15–20% | $7.50–$10 | $15–$20 |
How to calculate a tip
- Decide on the tip percentage (15%, 18%, 20%, etc.).
- Enter the tip percentage in the first field above.
- Enter the bill amount in the second field.
- Click Calculate — the tip amount appears instantly.
- Add the tip to the bill total to get the amount to pay.
Mental shortcuts for quick tipping
- 10% — move the decimal one place left. $64 → $6.40.
- 15% — find 10%, then add half of that. $64 → $6.40 + $3.20 = $9.60.
- 20% — double the 10% value. $64 → $6.40 × 2 = $12.80.
- 25% — divide the bill by 4. $64 → $16.00.
Splitting the tip between people
Calculate the total tip first, then divide by the number of people at the table. For a $80 bill with a 20% tip split between 4 people: tip = $16, each person pays $16 ÷ 4 = $4 tip each, plus their share of the bill.
Also on this site
- Percentage Calculator — find X% of Y, or what percent X is of Y
- Discount Calculator — find the sale price after any percentage off
- Percentage Change Calculator — measure increase or decrease between two values
- VAT Calculator — add or remove VAT from any price
FAQ
How much should I tip at a restaurant?
In the United States, 15% is considered a minimum for acceptable service, 18–20% is standard for good service, and 20–25% is appropriate for excellent service. In many European countries tipping is less expected — rounding up or leaving 5–10% is typical.
Is the tip calculated on the pre-tax or post-tax amount?
Convention varies. In the US, most people tip on the pre-tax subtotal, though tipping on the full bill (including tax) is also common. Either approach is acceptable.
What is the tip on a $50 bill at 20%?
20% of $50 = $10. Enter 20 and 50 in the calculator above to confirm. The total amount to pay is $50 + $10 = $60.
How do I split a bill evenly including the tip?
Add the tip to the bill total first, then divide by the number of people. For a $90 bill with 20% tip: $90 + $18 = $108 ÷ 4 people = $27 each.
How do I calculate a tip without a calculator?
Use the 10% shortcut: move the decimal one place left to get 10%, then scale up. For 15%, add half of the 10% value. For 20%, double the 10% value.