Splitting a dinner bill among five people with a 18% tip should not require a spreadsheet — yet doing it in your head while the waiter waits is a classic small stress. Tipping norms also vary wildly: 15–20% is standard in the United States, while service is typically included in much of Europe and tipping can even be unusual in parts of Asia.
This calculator computes the tip, the total, and the per-person share instantly. Adjust the percentage to match the country, the service, and your generosity.
How to Use This Tool
- Enter the bill amount.
- Pick a tip percentage (or type a custom one).
- Set the number of people splitting the bill.
- Read the tip, total, and exact amount each person owes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much should I tip in the United States?
15–20% of the pre-tax bill is the restaurant norm, with 18–20% increasingly standard in cities. Counter service commonly gets 0–10%, food delivery 10–15% with a minimum of a few dollars.
Should the tip be calculated before or after tax?
Convention says pre-tax, and that is what etiquette guides recommend. In practice many people tip on the total for simplicity — on a typical bill the difference is small, and no server objects.
What about countries where service is included?
In France and much of the EU, a service charge is built into prices by law, so tipping is a small optional gesture (rounding up or leaving a euro or two). In Japan, tipping is not customary and can even cause confusion.