Calculate your tip and split the bill in seconds — no math required.
Enter your bill total in the Bill Amount field. Select a tip percentage using the quick-select buttons — 15% is standard, 18–20% is common for good service, and 25% is generous. If you want a custom percentage, type it in the custom tip field.
Set the number of people to split the bill, and the calculator instantly shows the tip amount, total bill, and what each person owes. Results update in real time as you type.
Tipping is a customary practice in many countries, particularly in the United States, Canada, and parts of Europe, where service workers rely on gratuities to supplement their base wages. Understanding when, how much, and how to split tips can save you from awkward moments and ensure you're treating service staff fairly.
Standard tipping rates by service type: In the US, 15–20% is the baseline for restaurant servers, with 20–25% for excellent service. Bartenders typically receive $1–2 per drink or 15–20% of the tab. Food delivery drivers are usually tipped 10–15%, with a minimum of $3–5 for short distances. Taxi and rideshare drivers typically receive 10–20%. For hotel housekeeping, $2–5 per night left daily (not just at checkout) is standard practice, since different staff may clean your room each day.
How to calculate a tip mentally: A quick way to calculate 20% is to move the decimal point one place to the left (finding 10%) and double it. For example, on a $48 bill: 10% = $4.80, doubled = $9.60. For 15%, find 10% and add half: $4.80 + $2.40 = $7.20. Our tip calculator does this instantly, but knowing the mental math helps when you need a quick estimate.
Splitting the bill: When dining in a group, the fairest split depends on the situation. Equal splitting works well when everyone orders similarly. If one person had much more than others, splitting by percentage of each person's order may be more equitable. Our calculator handles both scenarios — enter the total bill, add a tip percentage, and divide by the number of people for the equal split amount.
Pre-tax vs post-tax tipping: Etiquette guides generally recommend tipping on the pre-tax subtotal since tax is a government charge, not a reflection of the service. However, tipping on the full total is also common and results in only a slightly higher tip. On a $50 meal with 8% tax, the difference between tipping 20% on pre-tax vs post-tax is just 80 cents.
When not to tip: Tipping is not universal. Counter service, fast food, and self-serve situations do not typically require a tip, though leaving something for exceptional service is always welcome. In some countries like Japan, tipping is considered rude and may even be refused — always research local customs when travelling internationally.