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Tip Calculator — Split Bill & Calculate Gratuity

Calculate your tip amount, total bill, and split evenly between any number of people. Choose a preset tip or enter a custom percentage — free, instant, and 100% private.

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Enter a custom % or a fixed dollar amount
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Round each person's total up to the nearest dollar
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Tip Guide

10%Counter / takeout$0.00
15%Standard service$0.00
18%Good service$0.00
20%Great service$0.00
25%Excellent service$0.00
30%Exceptional$0.00

How to Use the Tip Calculator

1

Enter Bill Amount

Type the total bill amount before tip — the subtotal on your receipt.

2

Select Tip Percentage

Tap a preset (10%, 15%, 18%, 20%, 25%) or enter a custom percentage or fixed amount.

3

Set Number of People

Use the +/− stepper to set how many people are splitting the bill.

4

Review Breakdown

See tip amount, total bill, per-person total, and a full split table.

💡 Pro Tip: 15% is standard, 18–20% is good, and 25%+ is excellent. For takeout or counter service, 10–15% is typical.

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Tip Calculator — Complete Guide to Tipping & Splitting Bills

How to Calculate a Tip

To calculate a tip, multiply your bill amount by the tip percentage as a decimal. For a 20% tip on $65: $65 × 0.20 = $13.00 tip, making the total $78.00.

Standard Tipping Guide by Service

  • Sit-down restaurant: 18–20% (25%+ for excellent)
  • Takeout / delivery: 10–15% (20% for great)
  • Bar / drinks: 15–20% ($1–2 per drink)
  • Hair salon / spa: 15–20% (25% for exceptional)
  • Hotel housekeeping: $2–5/night
  • Taxi / rideshare: 10–15% (20% for great)

How to Split a Bill Fairly

The simplest method is an equal split — divide the total (bill + tip) by the number of people. For example, a $120 total split 4 ways = $30 per person. Use the stepper in this calculator to set the number of diners and see each person's share instantly.

Quick Tip Reference

Frequently Asked Questions

Multiply your bill by the tip percentage as a decimal. A 20% tip on $50 is $50 × 0.20 = $10. Total = $60. This calculator does it instantly — just enter your bill and tap a percentage.

15% is standard for adequate service, 18–20% is for good service, and 25%+ is for excellent service. Adjust based on the quality of service you receive.

Divide the total amount (bill + tip) by the number of people. Use the Number of People stepper in the calculator to see each person's exact share instantly.

Technically, tipping on the pre-tax subtotal is correct. However, tipping on the post-tax total is widely accepted and simpler. The difference is usually minimal.

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Privacy & security notice

This tip calculator runs entirely in your web browser. No data is ever transmitted, stored, or logged by our servers. All calculations are instant and completely private.