Tip Calculator
Add the bill, choose a tip percent, and split the total evenly between everyone at the table in a couple of taps.
Tip
$8.64
Total
$56.64
Per person
$28.32
Formula
Tip = Bill × (Tip% ÷ 100) · Per person = (Bill + Tip) ÷ People
Worked example
A $48 bill, 18% tip, split between 2 people.
- Tip = 48 × 0.18 = 8.64
- Total with tip = 48 + 8.64 = 56.64
- Per person = 56.64 ÷ 2 = 28.32
Answer: $28.32 each
How it works
The tip is calculated as a percentage of the bill amount you enter. Whether you tip on the pre-tax or post-tax total is a personal choice — adjust the bill field to match the number you want the percentage applied to.
The per-person figure assumes everyone pays an equal share. If one person ordered far more, calculate their items separately and split only the shared portion.
Local tipping customs vary widely. The percent field is fully editable so you can match the norm wherever you are.
Common mistakes
- Splitting the bill before adding the tip and then forgetting one person's share of the gratuity.
- Tipping on the bill plus tax in places where pre-tax is the local norm — or the other way around.
- Rounding aggressively per person and ending up short for the actual total.
FAQ
- What's a typical tip percentage?
- Customs differ widely. In many parts of the US, 15–20% is common at sit-down restaurants. Use local norms and service quality as your guide.
- Should I tip on tax?
- It's personal preference. Tipping on the pre-tax amount is common; tipping on the total is also fine and a bit more generous.
- How do I tip on a card vs cash?
- The math is the same. Some servers prefer cash tips; either way the percentage you choose stays up to you.
- What about a service charge that's already included?
- If the bill already includes a service charge, you usually don't add another tip on top — though many people add a small extra for great service.
- Can I split the bill unevenly?
- Not in this calculator. Work out each person's items separately and apply the tip percentage to each subtotal.