Tip Calculator
Tip on pre-tax or post-tax, round the tip or per-person totals, and split the bill. Results update instantly.
Your bill
Steps to calculate tip & split
- Enter bill and tip % to see the math…
Final Result
Live update. No calculate button required.
Results interpretation
- Common ranges: 15–20% for table service; counter service varies by region.
- Pre-tax vs post-tax: Many tip on the pre-tax subtotal; choose what’s customary for you.
- Splitting: Rounding per-person makes payments tidy for larger groups.
How this calculator works
The tip is computed on either the pre-tax base or the total bill, then optional rounding is applied. If you round the per-person amount, the group total is recomputed so the math stays consistent.
Show math
Pre-tax base: base = bill ÷ (1 + tax%)
Tip: tip = base × tip%
Total: total = bill + tip
Per-person: total ÷ people
Assumptions: bill already includes any tax; rounding uses whole dollars for simplicity.
FAQ
What tip percent is standard?
15–20% is common for full-service dining in the U.S.; adjust for service and local norms.
Do I tip on pre-tax?
Many people do. If you prefer post-tax, switch the setting above.
How do I handle large groups?
Some restaurants add gratuity automatically (e.g., 18%). If not, consider rounding per-person for simplicity.
Should I tip on discounts or gift cards?
Tip on the pre-discount total unless your local custom suggests otherwise.
Can I round only the tip?
Yes—use “Round tip up.” Or choose to round the total/per-person instead.
Does service quality matter?
Absolutely—adjust the percentage to match your experience.
Use cases & examples
- Date night: $86.40 bill, 18% pre-tax tip → split between 2.
- Team lunch: $245.10 bill, 20% post-tax tip → round per-person up for clean payments.
- Takeout: $32.80 bill, 10% tip → single payer.
What this Tip Calculator does
Tip calculator tools make it effortless to choose a fair gratuity, split the bill, and keep amounts tidy. This calculator lets you tip on the pre-tax subtotal (common in many regions) or on the post-tax bill, apply optional rounding to the tip, total, or per-person amount, and see results update instantly.
How to use it: enter your bill, set a tip percentage, choose pre-tax or post-tax, then add the number of people splitting the bill. If you want cleaner numbers at the table, select a rounding option like “Round per-person up.”
Choosing a tip percentage
For full-service dining in the U.S., 15–20% is typical; quick-service or counter orders may be lower. In some countries, tipping is minimal or included as a service charge—follow local customs. When service is exceptional, many people increase the percentage; if the experience falls short, adjust down (while considering whether issues were under the server’s control).
Pre-tax vs post-tax
Because sales tax doesn’t reflect service, many diners calculate gratuity on the pre-tax subtotal. In places where tipping norms differ—or when receipts show a suggested gratuity on the post-tax amount—you can switch to post-tax with a single toggle.
Splitting fairly without fuss
For groups, exact cents can slow everyone down. Rounding the per-person amount to the nearest dollar produces tidy payments, and this tool recomputes the group total to match the rounded split so totals remain consistent.
Limitations & assumptions
The calculator assumes your bill already includes any applicable taxes or service fees. If a venue adds automatic gratuity, treat that as part of the bill and set your own tip to zero or to an additional amount if you wish to top up.
Bottom line
With clear controls and live math, this tip calculator removes the friction at the table. Enter your bill, pick a percentage, and split it your way—no manual number crunching required.