Tip Calculator & Bill Splitter

To calculate a tip manually, convert the percentage to a decimal (e.g., 18% becomes 0.18) and multiply it by the subtotal bill amount. Add that resulting figure to the base bill for your grand total.

Traditional tipping etiquette requires calculating the tip amount using the pre-tax bill subtotal, as sales tax is a government mandate and does not reflect the quality of the service provided. However, many automated restaurant payment terminals calculate tips on the post-tax total by default.

In the service industry, a standard tip ranges between 15% and 20% of the pre-tax bill amount. A 15% tip represents good, standard service, while 18% to 20% represents excellent or above-average service. For exceptional experiences or high-end dining, patrons frequently tip 22% or more.

When dining in a group, you calculate the individual share by dividing the total bill (including the tip) by the number of people. Find the total tip amount using your chosen percentage, add the total tip to the base bill to find the grand total, and divide the grand total by the number of guests to determine the exact amount each person owes.