Tip Calculator
Enter your bill, choose your tip percentage, and split between any number of people — see the tip amount, total, and per-person breakdown instantly.
Tip Percentage Guide by Service Type
| Service | Standard Tip | On $50 Bill |
|---|---|---|
| Full-service restaurant (good service) | 18–20% | $9–$10 |
| Full-service restaurant (excellent service) | 22–25% | $11–$12.50 |
| Minimum acceptable (basic service) | 15–18% | $7.50–$9 |
| Fast casual / counter service | 0–10% | $0–$5 |
| Delivery (food, grocery) | 15–20% | $7.50–$10 |
| Bartender (per drink) | $1–2 per drink or 15–20% | — |
| Hotel housekeeping (per night) | $3–$5/night | — |
| Taxi / rideshare | 15–20% | $7.50–$10 |
The Mental Math Shortcut for Any Tip
10% tip: Move the decimal one place left. $47.30 → $4.73 tip.
15% tip: Find 10%, then add half. $47.30 → $4.73 + $2.37 = $7.10 tip.
20% tip: Find 10% and double it. $47.30 → $4.73 × 2 = $9.46 tip.
Quick 18%: Find 10% + find 10%/2 + subtract a hair. Or just round up from 15%.
Should You Tip on the Pre- or Post-Tax Amount?
Technically, tipping norms are based on the pre-tax subtotal, since the server didn't provide your government's tax service. However, the difference is small:
On a $50 subtotal with 8% tax ($54 total), a 20% tip on pre-tax = $10; on post-tax = $10.80. Most people tip on whatever number is easiest to calculate. If in doubt, tip on the total — servers appreciate it.
Is 10% Enough for a Tip?
In the US, 10% is considered below standard for full-service restaurants. The US minimum tipping expectation has risen over time — 18-20% is now considered "standard," with 20-25% for excellent service.
10% is appropriate for: counter service, food delivery apps (the app itself), hotel housekeeping for a short stay, or when the service was genuinely poor. For restaurant servers, 10% signals dissatisfaction — if service was acceptable, 15% is the minimum etiquette suggests.