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Tip Calculator

Work out the tip, the total, and each person's share in seconds.

Bill details

Tip %

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Total bill

$71

Tip amount$11
Total bill (bill + tip)$71
Per person$35
Tip per person$5
Splitting between 2 people at a 18%tip. Round up to the nearest note if you're paying in cash.

A tip calculator takes the mental maths out of the end of a meal. Enter your bill, choose how generous you want to be, and tell it how many people are splitting the cheque — it instantly shows the tip amount, the grand total, and exactly what each person owes. Handy for restaurants, bars, taxis, salons and food delivery, whether you're paying in dollars, pounds or rupees.

How the tip is calculated

The tip is a percentage of your bill. We multiply the bill by the tip rate, add it back to get the total, then divide by the number of people sharing:

tip = bill × (tip% ÷ 100) · total = bill + tip · per person = total ÷ people

Most people tip on the pre-tax bill, though some tip on the total — either is fine, it's your call. If you're paying in cash, rounding the total up to a clean number is a common and welcome way to leave a little extra.

Frequently asked questions

How much should I tip?+

In the US, 15–20% is standard for sit-down restaurant service, with 20%+ for exceptional service. In the UK, tipping is more modest at around 10–12.5% (and often already added as a 'service charge'). In India, tipping is optional and a token 5–10% is generous. Cafés, delivery and taxis usually warrant less than full table service.

How do I split a bill with tip?+

Add the tip to the bill to get the total, then divide by the number of people. This calculator does it for you — set 'Split between N people' and it shows both the per-person total and each person's share of the tip. For an even split this is exact; if people ordered very differently, you may prefer to split by what each person actually had.

What is the typical tip percentage by country?+

United States: 15–20% expected at restaurants. United Kingdom: around 10–12.5%, and not always expected. India: optional, roughly 5–10%. Much of continental Europe rounds up or tips 5–10% since service is often included. Japan and some other countries don't have a tipping culture at all — always check local norms.

Should I tip on the pre-tax or post-tax amount?+

Traditionally you tip on the pre-tax subtotal, but tipping on the full total is common and no one will mind a slightly larger tip. Enter whichever figure you prefer as the bill amount and the calculator handles the rest.

Is a service charge the same as a tip?+

Not always. Many UK and European restaurants add a discretionary service charge (often 12.5%) to the bill — if that's there, an additional tip is optional. Check your receipt before adding more so you don't tip twice.

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