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Free Tip Calculator

Work out the tip, the total and each person’s share of the bill in seconds.

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How to use this tool

At the end of a meal, a delivery or a salon visit, nobody wants to do mental math. Enter the bill amount and tip percentage, and add how many people are paying if you’re splitting. The tip, the total and each person’s share update as you type, with amounts rounded to cents.

  1. 01

    Enter the bill

    Type the amount on the receipt. Decide whether to tip on the amount before or after tax and use that figure.

  2. 02

    Choose the tip

    Enter the tip percentage, such as 15, 18 or 20, and the number of people paying.

  3. 03

    See each share

    Read the tip, the total, and the tip and total per person. Copy the figures to share them in a group chat.

How the tip is calculated

Tip = bill × tip percentage ÷ 100. Total = bill + tip. Per person = total ÷ number of people. For an $86.40 bill at 18%: 86.40 × 0.18 = $15.55 tip and $101.95 in total. Amounts are rounded to the nearest cent, so split shares can differ from the total by a cent.

How much to tip in the US

Customs vary by country and service. In the US, many diners tip around 15% to 20% at sit-down restaurants, with 20% common for good service. Delivery, salons and rideshares often get 10% to 20%. Check whether a service charge is already on the bill, because then an extra tip is usually optional.

Before or after tax?

Tipping on the pre-tax amount is common and slightly cheaper; tipping on the total including tax is simpler when the receipt only shows one number. Either is acceptable, so enter whichever amount you prefer.

Tipping around the world

In much of Europe a service charge is often included and people round up or leave 5% to 10%. In Japan and South Korea tipping is uncommon and can even cause confusion. In Canada, customs are similar to the US. When travelling, check the local norm before you use a fixed percentage.

Frequently asked questions

How do I calculate a tip?

Multiply the bill by the tip percentage and divide by 100. A 20% tip on $50 is 50 × 20 ÷ 100 = $10.

How do I split a bill with a tip?

Enter the number of people. The calculator adds the tip to the bill and divides the total evenly, showing each person’s share.

What is a good tip percentage?

In the US, 15% to 20% is typical for restaurant service, with 20% common for good service. Norms are different in other countries.

Should I tip before or after tax?

Either is fine. Tipping on the pre-tax amount is common; tipping on the total is simpler. Enter the amount you want to tip on.

How do I quickly work out 15% or 20% in my head?

For 10%, move the decimal point one place left. Double it for 20%. For 15%, add half of the 10% amount to itself.

Why does each share differ by a cent from the total?

Each amount is rounded to the nearest cent. When a total doesn’t divide evenly, one person may need to pay an extra cent.

Can I use it with other currencies?

Yes. The calculator works with any currency; just enter amounts without the symbol.

Can I tip a fixed amount instead of a percentage?

Yes. Use the percentage calculator to see what percentage your fixed tip is of the bill, or simply add it to the bill total.

Are my numbers stored?

No. Everything is calculated in your browser and nothing is sent to SocQ or saved.

Is the tip calculator free?

Yes. It’s free with no signup and no limit.

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