Calculate your tip and split the bill evenly in seconds.
Enter the bill, choose a tip percentage (10%, 15%, 18%, 20% or 25%) or type a custom one, and set how many people are splitting it. You'll see the tip amount, the total bill and each person's share.
Tip amount = bill × (tip percentage ÷ 100). Total = bill + tip. When splitting, the total is divided evenly across everyone at the table.
| On a $42.00 bill | Tip | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 15% | $6.30 | $48.30 |
| 18% | $7.56 | $49.56 |
| 20% | $8.40 | $50.40 |
| 25% | $10.50 | $52.50 |
In the United States, 15% to 20% is typical for sit-down restaurant service, with 18% to 20% common for good service. Delivery and counter service often run 10% to 15%, and some people tip more for exceptional service or in high-cost areas. These are customs rather than rules. Tipping norms vary a lot by country, and in many places service is already included in the bill, so check before adding more.
Mental math: 10% is the bill with the decimal moved one place, 20% is double that, and 15% is 10% plus half of 10%.
Norms vary widely by country, so treat US percentages as a US-specific guide, not a global default.
| Region | Typical practice |
|---|---|
| United States, Canada | 15-20% common at sit-down restaurants |
| United Kingdom | 10-12.5%, often already added as a "service charge" |
| Western Europe (much of) | Service usually included; small rounding-up is optional, not expected |
| Japan | Tipping is not customary and can be seen as awkward |
| Australia | Not expected; a small tip for great service is appreciated, not required |
Always check the bill for an included service charge before adding a tip on top of it. This calculator applies whatever percentage you choose to whatever amount you enter, so it works for any of these norms if you know the local guideline.
The even-split feature divides the total equally, which works for most groups. If people ordered very differently, such as one person having drinks and appetizers that others didn't share, an even split can feel unfair. In that case, calculate each person's own subtotal, then apply the tip percentage to each subtotal separately rather than splitting one combined total.
Both are common. Many people tip on the pre-tax subtotal, while others tip on the full bill. The calculator applies the percentage to whatever amount you enter, so enter the figure you prefer.
Each person's share is rounded to the nearest cent for display. In the first example, 3 × $33.98 is $101.94 while the total is $101.95. Have one person cover the odd cent.
Many restaurants add an automatic gratuity for larger groups. Check the bill before tipping again. For related math, see the percentage calculator and discount calculator.