🧾Tip Calculator
Should I tip? Tipping etiquette, delivery context, bill splitting, and exact tip math.
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Should I tip?
A tipping etiquette helper for the moments that feel unclear: coffee, takeout, delivery, rideshare, grocery delivery, and counter service.
Tip check
Extra work / distance
Delivery service details
Usually tip
15-20%
Low example$0.00
Good target$0.00
Higher effort$0.00
This is guidance, not a rule. Tipping is ultimately your choice. The goal is to make hidden labor, communication, mileage, app batching, store wait time, and pay context easier to see before you decide.
Context: U.S. tipped wage rules vary by state and employers using a tip credit must ensure wages plus tips reach minimum wage. Delivery can also involve driver-paid gas, mileage, time, and vehicle wear. Sources: U.S. Department of Labor tip rules and state tipped minimum wage table.
Bill Amount
$
Tip Percentage
%
Split Between
2
people
⚠️ Heads up: Many restaurants automatically add an 18–20% gratuity for parties of 6 or more. Check your bill before adding extra tip.
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When enabled, tip is calculated on the pre-tax subtotal — usually a few dollars less than tipping on the full bill.
Your Total
Per Person
$37.05
Total Bill
$74.10
Bill subtotal
$65.00
Tip amount
$11.70
Tip per person
$5.85
Bill per person
$32.50
💸 Pay your share instantly
Enter the recipient's username, then tap an app. Your per-person amount auto-fills.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much should I tip at a restaurant?
In the US, 15–20% is standard for sit-down restaurants. 15% is acceptable, 18–20% is good, and 25%+ shows exceptional appreciation. For buffets or counter service, 10% is common.
How do I calculate a tip without a calculator?
A quick method: move the decimal one place left to get 10%, then double it for 20%. Example: $45 bill → 10% = $4.50 → 20% = $9. For 15%, take the 10% amount and add half of it.
Should I tip on pre-tax or post-tax total?
Most etiquette experts say tip on the pre-tax amount, though many people tip on the total for simplicity. The difference is small — tipping on the pre-tax amount is slightly lower.
How do I split a bill unevenly?
For uneven splits, calculate each person's share of the subtotal separately, then add the tip percentage to each portion. This calculator handles even splits — for uneven splits, use individual bill amounts.
What is the standard tip for delivery drivers?
For food delivery, 15-20% is common, with a minimum of $3-5 for small orders. Distance matters: drivers may pay for gas, mileage, parking time, and vehicle wear. Long trips, bad weather, heavy items, stairs, or complicated drop-offs are good reasons to tip more. If the order was late, consider whether the driver caused it, the store kept them waiting, or the app assigned multiple deliveries.
Should I tip for coffee?
For simple counter coffee, tipping is optional. For a custom drink, special brew, large order, or regular shop where staff know your order, $1-$2 or 10-15% is a reasonable way to show appreciation.
Should I tip for takeout if I pick it up myself?
Usually it is optional. Consider a small tip for large orders, careful packaging, curbside service, special requests, or when you know the staff depends on tips.
How should I rate delivery service?
Look at what the driver controlled: communication, courtesy, careful handling, finding your location, and whether they followed instructions. Be careful blaming the driver for delays caused by the restaurant, traffic, app batching, or multiple deliveries assigned by the platform.