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Tip Calculator

Calculate tip amounts, total bill totals, and per-person splits for dining and services.

Total per person
$29.50
$118.00total bill (with tip)
$18.00total tip
$4.50tip per person

Calculate tip amounts, total bill totals, and even per-person splits for meals and service gratuities.

Formula & Method

  • Tip Amount: Bill Amount × (Tip % ÷ 100)
  • Total Bill: Bill Amount + Tip Amount
  • Per Person Total: Total Bill ÷ Number of People

Worked Example

For a $100 bill with an 18% tip split among 4 people:

  • Tip Amount: $100 × 0.18 = $18
  • Total Bill: $100 + $18 = $118
  • Cost Per Person: $118 ÷ 4 = $29.50

Frequently Asked Questions

How is restaurant tip calculated?+

Multiply the pre-tax or post-tax bill amount by the tip percentage divided by 100.

How does bill splitting work?+

The total bill (bill + tip) is divided evenly by the number of people in the dining group.

Should I tip before or after tax?+

Tipping before tax is standard etiquette, though calculated percentages on total bill are also common.

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