Tip Calculator Guide: How Much Should You Tip?
Tipping norms vary by country, service type, and context — what is expected at a sit-down restaurant differs from what is customary for a hotel bellhop or a food delivery driver. This guide covers common tipping rates and the math behind calculating any tip percentage quickly.
Standard tipping amounts by service
Sit-down restaurants in the US: 15–20% for good service, 20–25% for excellent service. Bars: $1–2 per drink, or 15–20% on the total. Food delivery: 15–20% of the order. Hotel housekeeping: $2–5 per night. Taxis and rideshares: 15–20%. Hair and beauty: 15–20%. These are norms, not rules — adjust for your experience.
The quick mental math
To calculate 20% in your head: move the decimal point one place left to get 10%, then double it. For 15%, find 10% then add half. For a $48 bill: 10% = $4.80, so 20% = $9.60 and 15% = $7.20. The tip calculator handles any percentage and splits the result evenly among any number of people.
Splitting a bill in a group
Enter the bill subtotal, your chosen tip percentage, and the number of people. The calculator shows the total tip, the total bill with tip, and each person's fair share. If people ordered very different amounts, it can help to tip on the total and then split the original items separately.