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Tip Calculator: Calculate Tip Amount and Total Amount
Use this tip calculator to turn a restaurant bill into a clear tip amount, total amount, and per-person share in a few seconds. Enter the bill before tip, choose a common tip percentage, and set the number of people at the table. The calculator shows the tip, the final total, and each person's share right away.
No app, no signup — just the math
What the tip calculator does.
A tip calculator answers three questions at once: how much to leave for service, what the total bill becomes after the tip, and how much each person owes when the check is split. For example, a 20% tip on a $60 bill is $12. The total amount is $72. If two people split that bill evenly, each person pays $36. The same formula works for any bill size, whether you are paying for coffee, dinner, delivery, or drinks.
The basic calculation is simple. Tip amount = bill amount × tip percentage ÷ 100. Total amount = bill amount + tip amount. Per-person amount = total amount ÷ number of people. A calculator is useful because it applies those formulas instantly and avoids rounding mistakes, especially when you are splitting a bill with friends or comparing 15%, 18%, 20%, and 25% tips.
How to use the calculator.
Enter the bill amount from your check, choose a tip percentage, set the party size, and decide whether to round. The calculator updates the tip amount, total amount, and per-person share as soon as anything changes.
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Tap a tip %.
15, 18, 20, or 25% — or type your own. The per-person number updates as you go.
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Split and round.
Set the party size and, if you like, round the total up to a clean whole dollar.
Common tip percentages in the United States.
In the United States, 18% to 20% is a reliable default for sit-down restaurant service. A 15% tip fits adequate service, while 20% or more is common for attentive service, complicated orders, large groups, or a server who handled a problem well. These are guidelines, not strict rules, so you can always adjust the tip amount based on the quality of service and your budget.
For counter service, coffee shops, and takeout, tipping expectations vary. Some people leave a small dollar amount, some choose 10% to 15%, and others skip a tip when no table service is involved. For delivery, many customers consider distance, weather, order size, and delivery effort. A calculator helps because you can test different percentages and see the difference in dollars before deciding.
| Service | Typical tip | On a $60 bill |
|---|---|---|
| Sit-down restaurant | 18–20% | $10.80–$12.00 |
| Great service | 20–25% | $12.00–$15.00 |
| Bar / drinks | $1–2 per drink or 20% | ~$12.00 |
| Coffee / counter | 0–15% (optional) | $0–$9.00 |
| Food delivery | 15–20% ($5 min) | $9.00–$12.00 |
How to split a bill with tip.
The easiest method is an even split. Add the tip to the bill, then divide the total amount by the number of people. If the check is $60 and you choose a 20% tip, the tip amount is $12 and the total amount is $72. Split four ways, that is $18 each. Split three ways, it is $24 each.
For uneven shares, start with each person's food and drink total. Add a matching tip amount to each share, or calculate the tip on the items that each person ordered. When one person pays the card and everyone else reimburses them, use the per-person amount as the payment request and round each share if it makes collecting easier.
- Even split: add the tip to the bill, then divide by the number of people. $72 total ÷ 4 = $18 each.
- Round per person: turn on round-up so the total lands on a whole dollar — easier when everyone's chipping in cash.
- Uneven shares: if one person had the steak, calculate their item's tip separately, then split the rest. The tool covers the common even-split case in one tap.
- Tip on subtotal: for the most accurate tip, enter the pre-tax subtotal as the bill — tax isn't a service you're tipping on.
Pre-tax subtotal vs. after-tax total.
Many diners calculate a restaurant tip on the pre-tax subtotal because the tip is meant to reward service, not sales tax. This usually gives a slightly lower but still fair tip. Some diners calculate the tip on the after-tax total because it is simpler and often only changes the tip by a small amount. Either method is fine for everyday situations.
If the check already includes a service charge, automatic gratuity, or large-party fee, read the receipt carefully before adding more. A service charge can already cover the tip, or the business may handle it differently from a voluntary gratuity. If you still want to reward exceptional service, you can add an extra tip amount on top.
Rounding tips and totals.
Rounding is a personal preference. Rounding the tip amount makes the gratuity easy to recognize. Rounding the total amount makes the final payment clean. For example, if a bill is $47.80 and an 18% tip gives a total of $56.40, you might round the total amount to $57. The extra $0.60 increases the tip slightly and makes the receipt easier to handle.
For groups, rounding can prevent awkward change. If the exact per-person amount is $18.32, a group may agree to pay $19 each. That covers the total and leaves a little extra. If exactness matters, use the precise number instead.
Quick examples.
A $25 bill with a 20% tip has a $5 tip amount and a $30 total amount. Split two ways, each person pays $15.
A $45 bill with an 18% tip has an $8.10 tip amount and a $53.10 total amount. Split three ways, each person pays $17.70.
A $80 bill with a 15% tip has a $12 tip amount and a $92 total amount. Split four ways, each person pays $23.
A $120 bill with a 20% tip has a $24 tip amount and a $144 total amount. Split six ways, each person pays $24.
Why use an online tip calculator.
An online tip calculator is faster than doing the math by hand, especially on a phone at the table. It reduces errors, makes split bills clearer, and helps everyone see the same numbers. It also lets you compare options before you pay: you can check how much 15%, 18%, and 20% change the final total, then choose the tip that fits the service.
Privacy is simple, too. The calculation can run in your browser, and the numbers do not need to be uploaded or saved. You type the bill, choose the tip, and read the result.
Tip calculator — FAQ.
How do I calculate a tip?
Multiply the bill by the tip percentage as a decimal. For a 20% tip on $60, calculate 60 × 0.20 = 12. The tip amount is $12.
How do I calculate the total amount?
Add the tip amount to the original bill. A $60 bill plus a $12 tip equals a $72 total amount.
How much should I tip at a restaurant?
For sit-down service in the United States, 18% to 20% is a common range. Choose 15% for adequate service, 20% or more for strong service, and adjust for local customs.
Should I tip before or after tax?
Many people tip on the pre-tax subtotal because it reflects the cost of service before tax. Tipping on the after-tax total is also common and usually adds only a small amount.
How do I split a bill with tip?
Add the tip to the bill, then divide the total amount by the number of people. For uneven orders, calculate each person's share and add a matching tip amount.
What does round-up do?
Round-up increases the final total to a cleaner number and recalculates the tip. It is useful when you want a whole-dollar total or an easier group split.
Does the calculator store my bill?
No. The calculation is meant to run in your browser, so your bill amount, tip amount, total amount, and split are not saved or uploaded.
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