How do you split a bill with a tip between multiple people?

Add the tip to the total bill first, then divide by the number of people. For example, a $80 bill with an 18% tip ($14.40) gives a total of $94.40. Split between 4 people, each person pays $23.60. This calculator does that automatically.

What is a good tip for a taxi or rideshare?

For taxis and rideshares (Uber, Lyft), 15–20% is standard. Many apps default to 15% and let you adjust. For shorter trips, tipping a flat $2–$3 is also common if the percentage would be very small.

Tip Calculator

Calculate tip amount and split the bill between any number of people.

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Quick Answer

To calculate a tip, multiply the bill by the tip percentage. For 20% on a $50 bill: $50 × 0.20 = $10 tip, $60 total. To split between 4 people: $60 ÷ 4 = $15 each. Standard US restaurant tip is 15–20%.

How much should you tip?

Tipping customs in the US follow fairly consistent guidelines by service type. At a restaurant, 18–20% is now considered the baseline for reasonable service — the old standard of 15% has shifted upward over the past decade. For exceptional service, 25% or more is appropriate. At a counter-service or fast-casual restaurant, tipping is optional and 10–15% is generous.

Tip guidelines by service type

Restaurants: 18–20%. Bars: $1–$2 per drink or 15–20% on a tab. Taxi and rideshare: 15–20%, minimum $2. Hair salon: 15–20% of the service cost. Hotel housekeeping: $2–$5 per night, left daily. Food delivery: 15–20% of the order, more for large orders or bad weather. Spa services: 15–20%.

Splitting the bill fairly

The cleanest way to split is to add the full tip to the bill first, then divide equally. If people ordered very different amounts, some groups prefer to calculate each person's share separately — this calculator handles either approach. For a group, consider one person paying and others using Venmo, Zelle, or Cash App to settle up.

Frequently asked questions

How much should you tip at a restaurant?

15% is the minimum for adequate service, 18% is average, 20% is standard for good service, and 25%+ is for excellent service. These are US norms — tipping customs vary widely by country.

Do you tip on the pre-tax or post-tax amount?

Technically you tip on the pre-tax subtotal, since the server didn't provide the tax. In practice most people tip on the full total — either is fine and the difference is small.

How do you split a bill with tip between multiple people?

Calculate the tip, add it to the total, then divide by the number of people. This calculator does it instantly. For a $100 bill with 20% tip ($20), split 4 ways = $30 per person.

Is tipping mandatory?

In the US, tipping is not legally required but is culturally expected in most service contexts. Some restaurants add an automatic gratuity (typically 18–20%) for large groups. Always check your bill before tipping to avoid double-tipping.