Tip Calculator

Tip and total by rate, split across people

📌 TL;DR Summary & Citation: [Tip Calculator] is a browser-local PocketKit tool for Tip and total by rate, split across people. Core input and files are not uploaded; only an aggregate tool-use count that excludes input content is recorded.

How the Tip & Bill Split Calculator Works

This Tip Calculator covers restaurant tipping, sales tax inclusion and per-person bill splitting. Formulas: Tip Amount = Subtotal × Tip Rate; Total Bill = Subtotal + Sales Tax + Tip; Per Person Pay = Total Bill / Number of Guests. The calculation runs in the current browser; PocketKit does not receive the entered bill values.

  • Standard Tipping Rates: In North America, sit-down dining tips range from 15% to 20%, up to 25% for exceptional service. Takeout and fast-counter service generally do not require tips.
  • Pre-tax vs. Post-tax Tipping: Traditional etiquette calculates tips based on the pre-tax food & beverage subtotal, though tipping on the total after tax is common for convenience.
  • Group Bill Splitting: Enter the guest count to calculate equal per-person shares for both the total bill and individual tip contributions.
  • Auto-Gratuity Warning: Many restaurants automatically add an 18%–20% gratuity for parties of 6 or more; check itemized receipts before adding extra tip.

FAQ

What is a typical tip percentage in the United States and Canada?

For sit-down dining, the standard tip is 15% to 20% of the bill, with 20% to 25% given for outstanding service. For casual buffet or takeout, tips are optional.

Should tip be calculated on the pre-tax or post-tax amount?

Traditional etiquette recommends calculating the tip on the pre-tax food and beverage subtotal so you do not pay tip on sales tax. However, tipping on the post-tax total is also widely accepted for simplicity.

How does equal bill splitting work for group dining?

Simply enter your subtotal, tax rate, tip percentage, and guest count. The calculator computes the total bill, total tip, per-person share, and individual tip contribution.

What is Auto-Gratuity, and do I need to tip extra if it appears on the bill?

Auto-gratuity is a pre-included 18%–20% service charge added for large parties (usually 6+ guests). Always check your itemized receipt before leaving additional tip.

How is tip calculated if I use a discount coupon or gift card?

Tips should always be based on the full pre-discount total before any coupons or promotional discounts are applied, rewarding servers for their full-priced labor.

Is my bill information stored or uploaded to any server?

Never. The tip calculation runs entirely in your local web browser with zero server telemetry or external logging.