# Tip Calculator

> Free tip calculator: enter your bill, tip percentage and party size to see the tip, total and per-person cost instantly. Works for restaurants, delivery and services.

Enter the bill, pick a tip percentage and set the party size. The tip, the total and what everyone owes appear instantly, right in your browser.

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## What this calculator does

This tip calculator takes three inputs (the bill before tip, the tip percentage you want to leave, and how many people are splitting) and instantly shows the tip amount, the total bill including the tip, and what each person owes when the total is divided evenly. Everything is calculated in your browser, so it works at the table even with a weak signal.

## How the math works

The calculation is straightforward:

- **Tip amount** = bill × (tip percentage ÷ 100)

- **Total** = bill + tip amount

- **Per person** = total ÷ number of people

## Worked example

Dinner comes to **$86.00** and the table of **4** agrees on an **18%** tip. The tip is 86 × 0.18 = **$15.48**. The total is 86 + 15.48 = **$101.48**. Each person pays 101.48 ÷ 4 = **$25.37**.

## Tipping norms

In the United States, 15 to 20 percent is the standard range for restaurant table service, with 20 percent now the common default in cities. Delivery drivers are typically tipped 15 to 20 percent as well. Norms vary a lot by country: in Japan and South Korea tipping is rare and can even be refused, while in France service is usually included in the price (service compris) and a small extra is optional. When in doubt, check the receipt for an added service charge or gratuity before tipping on top.

## Limitations

The calculator splits the total evenly and does not account for uneven splits (for example, one person ordering a much more expensive dish) or for taxes, fees and pre-existing service charges. Most people tip on the pre-tax subtotal; tipping on the after-tax total raises the effective percentage slightly.

## Frequently asked questions
### How much should I tip at a restaurant?

In the US, 15 to 20 percent of the pre-tax bill is standard for table service, with 20 percent the common default in cities. For counter service or takeout, 0 to 10 percent is typical. Always adjust for the quality of service and local customs when traveling.

### Is 20% a good tip?

Yes. A 20 percent tip is considered a good, standard tip for solid restaurant service in the United States. It is what most servers expect from a satisfied table.

### Do you tip before or after tax?

Convention is to tip on the pre-tax subtotal, and that is what most etiquette guides recommend. Tipping on the after-tax total is also common and simply raises the effective rate by a little.

### How do you split a bill evenly between friends?

Add the tip to the bill, then divide the total by the number of people. That is exactly what this calculator's per-person figure shows. If one person ordered far more than the rest, split by item instead of evenly.

### What is the difference between a tip and a service charge?

A tip is voluntary and goes to the worker. A service charge is a mandatory fee added by the restaurant, often for large parties, and may or may not reach the staff. If a service charge is already on the bill, an extra tip is optional.

### Does this calculator work for delivery orders?

Yes. Enter the food subtotal and your tip percentage the same way. Keep in mind that delivery apps sometimes add service and delivery fees on top, which are separate from the driver's tip.

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