How to calculate a tip
Tip = Bill × Tip percentage ÷ 100
Total = Bill + Tip
Each person pays = Total ÷ Number of people
When you round shares up, the calculator raises each person's payment to the next whole amount and adds the difference to the tip, so the server never gets less than you chose.
Worked example
Three friends have a dinner bill of 86.40 and want to leave 15%. The tip is 12.96, the total is 99.36, and each person pays 33.12. With rounding on, each person pays 34, the total is 102 and the tip becomes 15.60.
Tipping customs around the world
Tipping habits vary a lot, and they change over time, so treat these as a rough guide.
| Country | Restaurant tip |
|---|---|
| United States | 15% to 20% is standard |
| Canada | 15% to 20% |
| United Kingdom | 10% to 12.5%, often added as a service charge |
| India | About 10% if no service charge is added |
| Germany | Round up or add 5% to 10% |
| Japan | Tipping is not expected |
Tip on the amount before or after tax?
Etiquette guides usually suggest tipping on the amount before tax, but many people tip on the full total because it is simpler. The difference is small. If your bill already includes a service charge, you don't need to add another tip unless you want to.
Quick mental math
For 10%, move the decimal point one place to the left. For 20%, double that. For 15%, take 10% and add half of it again. On a bill of 60, that is 6 + 3 = 9.
Frequently asked questions
How much should I tip?
In the United States, 15% to 20% is common in restaurants. In many other countries, 5% to 10% or rounding up is normal.
How do I split a bill with a tip?
Add the tip to the bill and divide the total by the number of people. The calculator does both steps at once.
Why does the tip change when I round up?
Rounding each share up increases the total, and that extra amount goes to the tip.
Should I tip on takeaway orders?
It is optional in most places. Many people leave a smaller tip, around 10%, for takeaway and counter service.
Can I split a bill unevenly?
This calculator splits evenly. For uneven splits, run it once for each person's share of the bill.
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