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Tip Calculator

Calculate gratuity, split restaurant bills between friends, and view exact per-person totals.

Or custom:%
2 people
Total Bill & Tip
$100.89

Includes $15.39 tip (18%)

Each Person Pays (2x)
$50.45

($7.70 tip per person)

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How It Works & Underlying Concept

Gratuity is a customary payment made to service workers in dining, hospitality, and personal care. Calculating gratuity accurately and splitting checks evenly prevents confusion and awkward calculations at the end of meals.

Mathematical Formula / RuleTip = Bill × (Tip% / 100) | Total Per Person = (Bill + Tip) / Number of People
Quick Instructions
1Enter the pre-tip bill amount.
2Select a preset tip percentage or type a custom percentage.
3Specify how many people are splitting the bill.
4Read the tip amount and per-person cost breakdown.

Key Capabilities

  • Quick tip selector buttons (10%, 15%, 18%, 20%, 25%) plus custom input
  • Flexible party size splitting from 1 to 50 people
  • Separate display of tip per person and grand total per person
  • Clean mobile-friendly layout for dining tables
Real-World Example

Dinner with Four Friends

Four friends have dinner together with a total bill of $142.50. They want to leave an 18% tip.

Step 1:Bill amount: $142.50. Tip rate: 18%.
Step 2:Tip amount: $142.50 × 0.18 = $25.65.
Step 3:Total bill: $142.50 + $25.65 = $168.15.
Step 4:Split 4 ways: $168.15 / 4 = $42.04 per person.
Result: Total tip is $25.65; each person pays $42.04.
Technical Notes & Limits
  • Assumes equal splitting among all diners (does not itemize individual entrees).

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I calculate tip on the pre-tax or post-tax amount?▾
Standard dining etiquette suggests calculating gratuity on the pre-tax subtotal, though many diners prefer calculating on the total for convenience.
What is considered a standard tip in the US?▾
Between 15% and 20% for sit-down restaurant service is standard in the United States, with 18% to 20% being the most common for good service.

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