Tip Calculator – Calculate Tip and Split the Bill

Calculate tip amount, total bill, and split between any number of people. Includes tipping guide by service type.

💰 Finance📐 Tip = Bill × Tip% / 100
Bill amount ($)
Tip % (15, 18, or 20)
Number of people splitting
Please enter valid values.

Formula & Reference

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Tip Calculator – Calculate Tip and Split the BillTip = Bill × Tip% / 100$ tip

Step-by-Step Examples

Example 1
Dinner for 2

$65 bill, 18% tip, 2 people.

  • Tip: $11.70 | Total: $76.70 | Each: $38.35
✓ $38.35 each
Example 2
Excellent Service

$85 bill, 25% tip.

  • Tip: $21.25 | Total: $106.25
✓ $106.25 total
Example 3
Large Group of 6

$240 bill, 20% tip, 6 people.

  • Tip: $48 | Total: $288 | Each: $48
✓ $48 each

Real-World Applications

Common Mistakes to Avoid

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Always tip on pre-tax amount

Tip on the pre-tax subtotal, not the tax-inclusive total.

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15% vs 18% vs 20%

15% = adequate. 18% = good (new US standard). 20% = excellent. 25%+ = exceptional.

Frequently Asked Questions

Standard tip percentage?
Restaurant: 18-20%. Bar: $1-2/drink. Taxi: 15-20%. Hotel housekeeping: $2-5/night.
Tip before or after tax?
Technically on pre-tax amount, but tipping on the total is also acceptable and common.
Is tipping mandatory?
In the US, customary but not legally required. Gratuity is often auto-added for groups of 6+.

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