How to use Tip Calculator
This tip calculator works out the gratuity and total bill for any service, and splits the cost evenly between any number of people. Choose a tip percentage, see the tip amount and grand total instantly, and get a clean per-person figure for group meals. It removes the awkward mental math at the end of a meal and helps everyone pay their fair share.
- Enter the bill amount before tip.
- Choose a tip percentage (or enter a custom one).
- Set the number of people splitting the bill.
- Review the tip, total and per-person amount.
- Optionally round the total up for convenience.
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How much to tip
Customary tipping varies by country and service. In the US, 15–20% is standard for sit-down restaurant service, with 20%+ for excellent service; many other countries tip less or include service automatically. Tip on the pre-tax amount where that is the norm. This calculator lets you pick any percentage so it works wherever you are.
| Tip % | Tip | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 15% | $12.00 | $92.00 |
| 18% | $14.40 | $94.40 |
| 20% | $16.00 | $96.00 |
Splitting the bill fairly
For an even split, divide the total (including tip) by the number of people. If diners ordered very differently, an even split may not feel fair — in that case tip proportionally on each person’s share. Rounding the per-person amount up slightly avoids ending up short when everyone pays.
Worked examples
Dinner for two
Inputs: $80 · 18% · 2 people
Result: $14.40 tip · $47.20 each
Large group
Inputs: $240 · 20% · 6 people
Result: $48 tip · $48 each
Glossary
- Gratuity
- A tip given for service, usually a percentage of the bill.
- Pre-tax amount
- The bill before sales tax, often used as the base for tipping.
- Service charge
- A fee some venues add automatically in place of a tip.
- Per-person split
- The total divided evenly among the diners.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why use Tip Calculator?
- Divides the tip-included total evenly across any group size without manual arithmetic
- Custom percentage entry rewards exceptional or poor service at exactly the amount you choose
- Shows tip, grand total and per-person share together so everyone sees the same number
- Rounding option lifts the per-person amount to a clean figure for easy cash payments
Common use cases
- Split a restaurant check evenly among six friends including an 18% gratuity
- Determine the right tip on a large catered or private-dining event bill
- Calculate the tip on the pre-tax subtotal when tax has already been applied to the bill
- Work out each person's share when some guests ordered drinks and others did not
- Confirm whether a restaurant auto-gratuity is correct for a large-group booking
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