Tip Calculator & Bill Splitter
Calculate the tip amount, total bill, and per-person share instantly. Choose a preset tip percentage or drag the slider for a custom amount, then split the total among any number of people.
How to use it
- Enter the total bill amount before tip.
- Select a tip percentage using the preset buttons or drag the slider.
- Enter the number of people splitting the bill.
- Read the tip amount, total bill, and per-person share.
How Much Should You Tip?
Standard tipping in the US: 15–18% for sit-down restaurants, 20% for excellent service, 10% for counter service, $1–2 per drink at a bar, 15–20% for hair/beauty services, and $2–5 per night for hotel housekeeping.
Is Tip Calculated Before or After Tax?
Most diners tip on the pre-tax subtotal, but tipping on the total (including tax) is also common and appreciated by servers.
The formula
Frequently asked questions
What is a standard tip percentage?
15–20% is standard for sit-down restaurant service in the US. 20% is increasingly considered the new baseline for good service.
How do I calculate a 20% tip quickly?
Move the decimal point one place left to get 10%, then double it. For a $45 bill: 10% = $4.50, doubled = $9.00 tip.
Should I tip on the pre-tax or post-tax amount?
Most people tip on the pre-tax subtotal, but either is acceptable.
How do I split a bill unevenly?
Calculate each person's share of the food total first, then add their proportional share of the tip.