Tip Calculator
Example: $80 bill + 20% tip ÷ 4 people = $24 each
Quickly calculate tips for restaurants, bars, and services. Enter your bill amount, select a tip percentage, and optionally split between multiple people.
Bill + tip
Tip Amount
Total with Tip
Per Person
Tip Per Person
How We Calculate This
Tip Amount = Bill × (Tip Percentage / 100). Total = Bill + Tip. Per Person = Total ÷ Number of People.
Methodology last reviewed: May 2025. How SparkCalc works
Sources: U.S. IRS: Topic no. 761, Tips - withholding and reporting · U.S. IRS: Publication 531, Reporting Tip Income · U.S. IRS: Tip recordkeeping and reporting
Frequently Asked Questions
How much should I tip at a restaurant?
15% for adequate service, 18-20% for good service, 20-25% for excellent service. Some people tip on the pre-tax amount, others on the total.
Should I tip on tax?
Technically, you only need to tip on the pre-tax amount. However, tipping on the full amount is simpler and more generous.
When should I tip more than 20%?
For exceptional service, complex orders, large groups, or when dining during holidays. Also consider tipping more for delivery in bad weather.
How do I tip for other services?
Hair stylists: 15-20%. Food delivery: 15-20% or $3-5 minimum. Hotel housekeeping: $2-5 per night. Bartenders: $1-2 per drink or 15-20% of tab.
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