Tip Calculator 2026 — Split Bills & Gratuities Made Simple
Instantly calculate your tip amount, total bill, and per-person share. Works in any currency with optional tax inclusion, plus a complete tipping etiquette guide for restaurants, bars, taxis, and delivery services worldwide.
How to Calculate a Tip
Tipping is simply a percentage of your bill, added on top to reward service. The math is easy: Tip = Bill × (Tip % ÷ 100). Our calculator handles the arithmetic so you can focus on the etiquette.
Step 1: Find the Subtotal
Look at your bill for the amount before tax and any included service charge. This is the base figure you’ll apply your tip percentage to.
Step 2: Choose Your %
Standard rates vary by country and service quality. 10–12.5% is typical in the UK, 15–20% in the US, and higher for exceptional service.
Step 3: Split (Optional)
Divide the grand total (bill + tax + tip) by the number of people at the table to get each person’s fair share.
Calculate Your Tip Instantly
Fill in your bill amount, pick a tip percentage, and optionally split the total with your group.
Bill & Tip Inputs
Works in any currency — the calculator is currency-agnostic
The subtotal before any tip or tax.
Or pick a preset above. Typical range: 10–20%.
Etiquette experts recommend tipping on the pre-tax subtotal. Check this only if you prefer to tip on the total with tax.
Used to calculate each person’s share of the total bill with tip.
Your Tip Result
Tip amount, grand total, and per-person share
Enter your bill amount and tip percentage, then click Calculate My Tip to see your result.
How Much to Tip by Service
Tipping norms vary dramatically by service type and country. Use these 2026 guidelines as a baseline — local customs and the quality of service should always take precedence.
| Service Type | Typical Tip | Region | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Restaurants (sit-down) | 10–12.5% | UK / Europe | Check if service charge is already included |
| Restaurants (sit-down) | 18–20% | USA / Canada | 15% is acceptable but increasingly low |
| Bartenders | £1–£2 per drink | UK / USA | Or 15–20% of a running tab |
| Taxi / Rideshare | 10–15% | Most countries | Round up for short trips |
| Food delivery | 10–15% (min £3) | UK / USA | More for bad weather or large orders |
| Hairdresser / Barber | 10–15% | UK / USA | Separate tips for assistant if applicable |
| Hotel housekeeping | £2–£5 / night | USA | Leave daily, not at checkout |
| Hotel porter | £1–£2 per bag | Most countries | More for heavy or awkward items |
| Tour guide (half-day) | £10–£20 | Most countries | Adjust based on group size and quality |
| Coffee shop counter | Optional £0.50–£1 | UK / USA | Digital tip jars are common now |
| Any service | 0% | Japan / Korea / China | Tipping can be considered rude |
Tip Calculator FAQ
Everything diners, travellers, and groups ask about calculating tips and splitting bills fairly.
To calculate a tip, multiply your bill amount by the tip percentage (expressed as a decimal). For example, a 15% tip on a £50 bill is £50 × 0.15 = £7.50. The total you pay is the bill plus the tip (£50 + £7.50 = £57.50). Our calculator handles this instantly — just enter your bill and percentage.
In the UK, 10–12.5% is standard in restaurants if a service charge isn’t already included. In the US, 18–20% is now considered the baseline for sit-down restaurants, with 15% viewed as acceptable but on the lower end. For exceptional service, 25% or more is increasingly common. Always check your bill first — many UK restaurants automatically add a 12.5% service charge.
Etiquette experts generally recommend tipping on the pre-tax subtotal, because sales tax is not a service provided by the staff. However, some people tip on the total with tax included, especially when the tax amount is small or when service was outstanding. Our calculator lets you toggle between both methods.
Add the tip amount (and tax, if any) to the bill total, then divide by the number of people. For example, a £80 bill with a £16 tip (20%) totals £96. Split four ways, each person pays £24. Our calculator does this automatically when you enter the group size — just set the “Number of People” field and you’ll see the per-person total instantly.
15% is still considered acceptable in most US restaurants for standard service, but the post-pandemic norm has shifted toward 18–20% as the baseline. For average service in 2026, 18% is a safe default. 15% may be interpreted as lukewarm approval of the service. In the UK, 15% is generally generous for table service where no service charge is applied.
For takeout, a small tip (£1–£3 or 5–10%) is customary when staff packages and hands over your order. For food delivery, 10–15% of the bill (or a minimum of £3–£5) is standard, with higher amounts for long distances, bad weather, or large orders. Delivery drivers keep the full tip, while takeout tips may be shared among kitchen and counter staff.
Japan, South Korea, China, Australia, New Zealand, and most of Scandinavia generally do not expect tips — service is considered included in the price. In some of these countries, leaving a tip can even be considered rude or confusing. Always check local customs when travelling, and remember that even in tip-heavy cultures like the US, tipping is technically voluntary.
A common rule of thumb is £1 / $1–2 per drink at the bar, or 15–20% of your total tab if you’re running one. If the bartender is making complex cocktails or providing exceptional service, lean toward 20% or more. For a single pint or simple drink, rounding up to the nearest pound is usually sufficient.
If your bill shows a “service charge” or “discretionary service charge” (commonly 12.5% in UK restaurants), that is the tip. You don’t need to add anything more. In the UK this charge often goes directly to staff; in some countries it may go to the house. For truly exceptional service, you can leave a few pounds extra in cash directly to your server.