Finance Tool
Tip Calculator
Calculate a restaurant tip, include optional tax, and split the total between friends in real time. Everything runs in your browser with no signup and no server-side calculation.
Restaurant Tip Calculator
Enter the bill, pick a tip, and split the total instantly.
Optional tax settings
Guide
How to use the tip calculator
Use this tip calculator to estimate restaurant tips, split a bill between friends, and compare pre-tax or post-tax tipping in seconds. In the US, common restaurant tips often fall around 15% to 20%, while excellent service may be tipped higher and casual counter service may vary.
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Enter the bill amount
Type the restaurant bill amount in US dollars. The result updates instantly as you enter or change the value.
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Choose a tip percentage
Select a common tip such as 15%, 18%, or 20%, or enter a custom percentage for any other tipping situation.
- 3
Split the bill
Enter the number of people sharing the bill to calculate the total amount per person and the tip per person.
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Add tax if needed
Open the optional tax settings to enter tax and decide whether the tip should be calculated on the pre-tax or post-tax amount.
Tip calculation notes
- A standard restaurant tip in the US is commonly around 15% to 20%, depending on service quality and local norms.
- Some people calculate tips before tax, while others tip on the post-tax total; the calculator supports both options.
- Splitting evenly divides the total bill and tip across the number of people you enter.
- If a receipt already includes a service charge or gratuity, check it before adding an extra tip.
- Rounding to the nearest dollar can make paying at the table easier when using cash or shared payments.
Frequently asked questions
Should I tip before or after tax?
Many people tip on the pre-tax amount, while others tip on the full post-tax total. Either can be acceptable; use the tax settings to choose the method you prefer.
What's a standard tip percentage in the US?
For sit-down restaurants in the US, 15% to 20% is common. Some people choose 18% or 20% for good service and tip higher for exceptional service.
How do I split a bill evenly?
Enter the bill amount, choose the tip percentage, then enter the number of people. The calculator divides the total bill, including tip and optional tax, by that number.
Does this tip calculator store my bill amount?
No. The calculation runs entirely in your browser with React state, so bill amounts, tax values, and split details are not sent to a server.