Tip Calculator

Introduction

A tip is a small amount of money people give as a token of appreciation for the services rendered at restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and hotels. It is also called a gratuity. This nifty tip calculator swiftly calculates the tip amount based on your desired percentage.

Tipping is more an art than science. When and how much you should tip depends on factors like the type of establishment, location, level of service, and cultural norms. Many service workers rely on tips to earn a living nowadays[1], so don’t regard tipping as optional and we recommend to tip according to the service provided.

The calculator also displays the tip and total amount per person if you are dining as a group and would like to share the bill.

Let’s make tipping an easy and delightful experience for you and those who serve you. Happy tipping!

How to use the Tip Calculator?

Using the Tip calculator, you can calculate the tip amount for your bill.

The variables in the calculator include

Bill Amount
The total bill amount

Tip Percentage
The percentage of the bill amount to tip

Number of People
The number of people

Tip per person
The tip amount is divided among all people

Total Per Person
The total amount per person

What is a Tip?

A tip or gratuity is a small sum (usually a percentage of the bill amount) given as a token of appreciation and thanks to the people rendering the services.

Tipping is a common practice in many cultures and is a way for customers to express their satisfaction with the service they have received.

Moreover, people who work in hospitality or places like restaurants are not appropriately paid by their employers and mostly rely on tips to earn their wages and make ends meet.

The tip amount is usually a percentage of the total bill and varies based on local customs and personal preferences. The common understanding is that you should be tipping around 15% – 20% of the bill amount. Although tipping is not legal in many countries, in the US, it is not mandatory, but you can expect to tip based on the type and quality of services rendered.

How is a Tip Calculated?

Tips are usually calculated on the bill amount. If you are splitting the bill with many people, you have to divide the total bill amount and divide it by the number of people

You can calculate the total bill amount as follows

If you are splitting the bill with multiple people

How much to Tip?

The following table guides how much to tip in different places and for additional services received from people.

FAQ

How much to tip at a restaurant in the US?

When dining at a restaurant in the United States, it is customary to leave a tip of 15 to 20 percent on top of the bill before sales tax. This tip amount reflects the level of service received, with 15 percent being appropriate for average service and 20 percent for outstanding service. In cases of exceptional service, a higher tip of 25 percent can be given to express appreciation.

How much to tip in bars?

When ordering drinks at a bar, it’s customary to leave a tip of $1-$2 per drink, or 15-20% of the total bill. $1 for beer or wine and $2 for cocktails, as it is easier to go with flat amounts than percentages.

How much to tip at hotels?

Tipping is customary when staying in hotels, and the amount varies depending on the type and size of the establishment.

Tipping hotel porters $2–$3 per bag is advised at budget hotels or motels, and $5 at luxurious hotels.

10% additional tipping is common if room service gratuity is already included in the bill; otherwise, a 20% tip based on the meal cost is fair.

In most hotels, housekeeping is paid $3–$5 per day for rooms with 1-3 occupants and $10 for rooms with 6 or more.

If you are traveling with kids or pets? You could consider leaving a couple of extra dollars.

How much to tip a taxi driver?

The general rule of tipping your taxi driver is to give 15 to 20 percent of the total fare, typically one or two dollars. It could be based on the service.

How much to tip at coffee shops?

A standard tip is around $1 to $2 per drink. Some coffee shops have tip jars where you can drop your spare change. 10% is typical for counter service, while 15% to 20% may be more appropriate for table service.

How much to tip the delivery person?

The usual norm is to tip 15% – 20% of your meal cost if it is a food or grocery delivery. The delivery charges that the company levies for delivering the package usually don’t go to the delivery person, so depending on the size of your order, the weather, and if there are long flights of stairs that the delivery person has to climb to get your order to you, the tipping amount could reflect your appreciation for the hard work of the delivery person.

Examples

Example 1

You visit a restaurant with your 3 friends, order food and drinks, and receive excellent service. It was prompt and catered to all your needs. You guys had a wonderful time at the restaurant, so decided to tip 25% of the bill. The bill came out to be $200. How much is the tip and total bill amount per person?

So, the tip and total amount per person is calculated as follows

So the tip amount is $50, and the total amount per person is