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Tip Calculator
Calculate tip amount and split the bill among friends.
Inputs
Adjust the assumptions to match your scenario. Results update instantly.
Results
Primary outputs and comparison insights are built from the current inputs.
Tip amount
$13.50
Total tip to leave.
Total with tip
$88.50
Bill plus tip.
Per person
$44.25
Amount each person pays.
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How this Tip Calculator works
The Tip Calculator computes your tip amount, total bill, and per-person share when splitting with friends. Enter bill amount, tip percentage, and split between to estimate tip amount, total with tip, and per person. The calculator updates instantly and adds a comparison table plus chart so you can test the sensitivity of the result before you use it in a decision.
Quick guide
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Inputs
- Total bill before tip.
- Tip percentage you want to leave.
- Number of people splitting the bill.
Outputs
- Total tip to leave.
- Bill plus tip.
- Amount each person pays.
Assumptions
- Tip is applied to the pre-tax bill.
- Even split among all participants.
Tips
- Tip on the pre-tax amount for accuracy.
- Round up for simplicity when splitting.
Tip Calculator formula guide
Use these tip calculator formulas to audit the output or explain it to someone else.
2 formulas
Tip Calculator examples
Review a ready-made tip calculator scenario, copy it, then tweak inputs to match your case.
Example
Dinner for four
Inputs
- Example input Bill amount: $120.00
- Example input Tip percentage: 20%
- Example input Split between: 4
Outputs
- Example result Tip amount: $24.00
- Example result Total with tip: $144.00
- Example result Per person: $36.00
20% tip on $120 split four ways is $36 per person — easy to calculate mentally.
Cost by tip percentage
| Tip percentage | Tip amount | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 15% | $11.25 | $43.13 |
| 18% | $13.50 | $44.25 |
| 20% | $15.00 | $45.00 |
| 23% | $17.25 | $46.13 |
| 25% | $18.75 | $46.88 |
Standard Tips: 15% (acceptable), 18% (good), 20%+ (great service).
Per person by tip
Focus point
15%
$43.13
Position
#1 of 5
Original order
Share of total
19.13%
Total: $225.38
Standard Tips: 15% (acceptable), 18% (good), 20%+ (great service).
References
- US tipping customs and guidelines
- Restaurant bill splitting etiquette
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FAQ
Tip Calculator FAQ
What does the Tip Calculator do?
The Tip Calculator computes your tip amount, total bill, and per-person share when splitting with friends. Enter bill amount, tip percentage, and split between to estimate tip amount, total with tip, and per person. The calculator updates instantly and adds a comparison table plus chart so you can test the sensitivity of the result before you use it in a decision. It is part of our other toolkit.
What inputs do I need?
Typical inputs include Total bill before tip., Tip percentage you want to leave., Number of people splitting the bill..
How are the results calculated?
We follow the formulas and assumptions outlined in the "How this calculator works" section. You will see outputs like Total tip to leave., Bill plus tip., Amount each person pays..
Can I share or download the results?
Use the Copy link or Print buttons to share your results. If a table or chart appears, you can download the data as CSV.
Is my data stored?
No. Calculations run in your browser and we do not store your inputs.
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