Precision Utility
US Tip
Calculator
Standard Tip
15-20%
Great Service
20-25%
Work out your tip in seconds. Enter your bill amount, choose a tip percentage from the preset buttons or type a custom value, and set how many people are splitting the check. The calculator shows your total tip, the final bill and each person's share instantly. Built for dining out, delivery, bars and any service where tipping is customary in the United States.
Tip Details
Tip Amount
$10.00
Total Bill
$60.00
Per Person Tip
$10.00
Per Person Total
$60.00
How the tip calculator works
Start by entering the total bill amount. You can type the exact figure or use the slider to adjust quickly. The calculator accepts any amount from a few dollars to thousands.
Next, choose your tip percentage. The five preset buttons cover the most common US tipping rates: 15% for adequate service, 18% for good service, 20% for great service, 22% for excellent service and 25% for exceptional service. If none of the presets fit, type any custom percentage into the field below the buttons.
If you are splitting the check, set the number of people. The calculator divides both the tip and the total bill evenly among everyone at the table, showing each person exactly what they owe.
Results update instantly as you change any input. The main display shows the total tip amount, the final bill including tip, and the per-person breakdown if you are splitting.
What you need to know about tipping in the US
Tipping is a deeply embedded part of American service culture. Unlike many countries where service charges are included in the price, US restaurants, bars and many other service businesses rely on tips as a major part of worker compensation. The federal tipped minimum wage is just $2.13 per hour, meaning tips often make up the majority of a server's income.
The generally accepted tipping range at sit-down restaurants is 15-20% of the pre-tax bill. For bartenders, $1-2 per drink or 15-20% of the tab is standard. Hair stylists, taxi drivers and hotel housekeeping staff also customarily receive tips in the 15-20% range.
At counter-service restaurants, coffee shops and takeout windows, tipping is more flexible. Many point-of-sale systems now prompt for tips of 15%, 20% or 25%, but there is no obligation at counter service. A tip of 10-15% or rounding up is a common approach for these situations.
When dining in a large group (typically six or more), many restaurants automatically add an 18-20% gratuity to the bill. Check your receipt before adding an additional tip on top. If the service was genuinely outstanding, you can always add more.
For delivery services, 15-20% is the norm, with a recommended minimum of $3-5 regardless of order size. During holidays, bad weather or for especially heavy or complex deliveries, tipping above 20% is a considerate gesture.
Frequently asked questions
How much should I tip at a restaurant in the US?
The standard tip at a US restaurant is 15-20% of the pre-tax bill. For excellent service, 20-25% is common. At counter-service spots or for takeout, 10-15% is typical but not always expected. Use the tip calculator above to work out the exact dollar amount.
Do I tip on the pre-tax or post-tax amount?
Etiquette experts generally recommend tipping on the pre-tax subtotal. However, many people tip on the total after tax for simplicity. The difference is usually small. Enter whichever amount you prefer into the bill field above.
How do I split a tip between multiple people?
Enter the total bill amount and your chosen tip percentage, then set the number of people. The calculator divides both the tip and the total evenly, showing each person's share of the tip and their total payment including their portion of the bill.
What is a good tip percentage for delivery drivers?
For food delivery, 15-20% is standard, with a minimum of $3-5 for small orders. In bad weather or for large or complex orders, tipping on the higher end shows appreciation. Many delivery apps let you tip before or after delivery.
Is tipping mandatory in the United States?
Tipping is not legally required in the US, but it is a strong cultural expectation for table service, bartenders, hair stylists and many other service workers. Many of these workers earn below minimum wage and rely on tips as a significant part of their income.
How do I calculate a tip without a calculator?
For a quick 20% tip, move the decimal point one place left to get 10%, then double it. For example, on a $65.00 bill: 10% is $6.50, so 20% is $13.00. For 15%, find 10% and add half of that amount. Use our tip calculator for exact figures instantly.