Example 1: Basic 20% tip on $50
Tip = $50.00 × 20% = $10.00
| Subtotal | $50.00 |
|---|---|
| Tip | $10.00 |
| Grand total | $60.00 |
Tip Calculator & Bill Splitter
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Enter the amount shown for the basis selected below.
Enter 0 if you do not want to add a tip.
The effective percentage will be shown in the results.
Includes you.
Participants and pre-tax order subtotals
These subtotals must add up to the receipt’s pre-tax subtotal. Tax and tip are then distributed proportionally.
Receipt breakdown
Total bill
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Subtotal:
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Tax:
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Tip percentage:
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Tip amount:
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Grand total:
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Tip per person:
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Total per person:
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Itemized split
| Person | Order | Tax | Tip | Pays |
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| Reconciliation total | — | — | — | — |
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| Rate | Tip | Total | Per person |
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How much should I tip?
These are compact etiquette guidelines for common situations in the U.S. and Canada—not rules. Local practices, service models, and included charges vary, so check the receipt and local custom.
| Service | Typical guideline | Usual method |
|---|---|---|
| Sit-down restaurant | 15%–20% | Percentage of the pre-tax bill |
| Bartender | $1–$2 per drink or 15%–20% | Flat per drink or percentage of tab |
| Food delivery | 10%–15%; often at least $2–$5 | Percentage or flat amount, adjusted for distance/weather |
| Rideshare or taxi | 10%–20% | Percentage of fare |
| Salon or spa | 15%–20% | Percentage of service price |
| Hotel housekeeping | $2–$5 per day | Flat daily amount, left with a note |
| Counter service or takeaway | Optional; up to 10% for extra service | No obligation in many situations |
Etiquette source: Emily Post’s General Tipping Guide. Canadian tax context: Canada Revenue Agency guidance on tips and gratuities. Accessed and reviewed July 15, 2026.
How to calculate a tip and split a bill
- Enter the bill amount and say whether it is a pre-tax subtotal or a total that includes tax.
- Choose Tip percentage or Exact tip amount, then enter the tip.
- Set the number of people for an equal split, or choose Split by what each person ordered and enter each subtotal.
- Open More options to enter tax, choose whether to tip before or after tax, change display currency, or apply rounding.
- Review the receipt breakdown, each person's share, and the common tip comparison table.
Worked tip examples
Example 2: 18% pre-tax tip with 8.25% sales tax
Tax = $80.00 × 8.25% = $6.60; tip = $80.00 × 18% = $14.40
| Pre-tax subtotal | $80.00 |
|---|---|
| Tax | $6.60 |
| Tip | $14.40 |
| Grand total | $101.00 |
Example 3: Three-person split rounded to $0.05
($86.40 + 18% tip) ÷ 3 = $33.984; rounded share = $34.00
| Subtotal | $86.40 |
|---|---|
| Adjusted tip | $15.60 |
| Reconciled total | $102.00 |
| Each person pays | $34.00 |
Methodology and review
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Guidance scope
Common U.S. and Canadian tipping situations; verify local custom
Common U.S. and Canadian tipping situations; verify local custom
Mathematical facts
Tax = subtotal × tax rate. Tip = selected tip base × tip rate. Grand total = subtotal + tax + tip. Equal shares divide the grand total by the number of people. Itemized shares allocate tax and tip in proportion to each person’s pre-tax order subtotal and reconcile to the displayed total.
Etiquette guidance
The suggested ranges above are customs, not formulas. They are summarized from Emily Post’s General Tipping Guide. For the distinction between voluntary tips and mandatory service charges, see the IRS tip recordkeeping and reporting guidance. The Canada Revenue Agency notes that percentage tipping and the choice of a before- or after-tax basis depend on customer practice. Sources were accessed July 15, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
How much should I tip?
For U.S. and Canadian sit-down restaurant service, 15% to 20% of the pre-tax bill is a common guideline. The right amount depends on local customs, the service, and whether a service charge is already included.
Should I tip before or after tax?
Tipping on the pre-tax subtotal is a common convention, but some people tip on the total including tax. This calculator supports either choice and labels the tip basis in the results.
What if gratuity or a service charge is already included?
Check the receipt before adding another tip. A mandatory service charge is already part of the bill and is different from a voluntary tip; add more only if you intend to.
How do I split the tip between people?
For an equal split, set the number of people and divide the total and tip evenly. For different orders, use the itemized split mode; tax and tip are allocated in proportion to each person's pre-tax subtotal.
Can I enter the bill total including tax?
Yes. Choose Total already includes tax, then enter either the printed tax amount or the tax rate. The calculator derives the pre-tax subtotal instead of adding tax again.
How do I calculate 15%, 18%, or 20% mentally?
Find 10% by moving the decimal one place left. For 20%, double that amount; for 15%, add half of it; for 18%, calculate 20% and subtract 2%.
Does changing currency convert money?
No. Currency selection only changes the symbol and number formatting. It does not apply an exchange rate or convert the amount.