Tip Percentage Calculator
Compare 15%, 18%, 20%, 22%, and 25% side by side and see the exact tip, total, and per-person split for any bill amount.
Enter an amount above to see the tip and total.
Use preset percentages to compare tip amounts quickly before choosing the final total.
- •15% is usually the lower end for average service
- •18-20% is standard for most restaurant bills
- •22-25% is common for excellent service or special effort
What Tip Percentage Should You Use?
Use 18-20% for most US table service, 15% for average service, and 22-25% for excellent service or extra effort. This calculator makes it easy to compare each percentage before you pay.
Typical Tip Percentages
Tip Percentage Factors
When comparing tip percentages, consider these factors:
- 15% is usually the lower end for average service
- 18-20% is standard for most restaurant bills
- 22-25% is common for excellent service or special effort
Choosing a Tip Percentage
Use preset percentages to compare tip amounts quickly before choosing the final total.
Tip Percentage Comparison Table
The tip for common bill amounts at each percentage side by side — 20% is the standard for good US service.
| Bill | 10% | 15% | 18% | 20% | 25% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $10.00 | $1.00 | $1.50 | $1.80 | $2.00 | $2.50 |
| $15.00 | $1.50 | $2.25 | $2.70 | $3.00 | $3.75 |
| $20.00 | $2.00 | $3.00 | $3.60 | $4.00 | $5.00 |
| $25.00 | $2.50 | $3.75 | $4.50 | $5.00 | $6.25 |
| $30.00 | $3.00 | $4.50 | $5.40 | $6.00 | $7.50 |
| $40.00 | $4.00 | $6.00 | $7.20 | $8.00 | $10.00 |
| $50.00 | $5.00 | $7.50 | $9.00 | $10.00 | $12.50 |
| $75.00 | $7.50 | $11.25 | $13.50 | $15.00 | $18.75 |
| $100.00 | $10.00 | $15.00 | $18.00 | $20.00 | $25.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What percentage should I tip?
For US restaurants, 18-20% is standard. Use 15% for average service and 22-25% for excellent service.
How do I calculate a tip percentage manually?
Move the decimal left one place to get 10%, then adjust. For 20%, double the 10% amount. For 15%, add half of the 10% amount.
What is the easiest tip percentage?
20% is easiest for mental math: calculate 10% of the bill and double it.
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Written and maintained by the CalculateTip.io Editorial Team. Last reviewed by the CalculateTip.io Editorial Team. Rates shown are editorial guidance based on common US practice, not official rules — local customs and platform policies vary.
Sources: Emily Post Institute tipping guidance · CalculateTip.io editorial guidance based on common US practice; local customs and platform policies vary