The Easiest Tax and Tip Calculator
Dining out or paying for a service? Our simple calculator helps you instantly determine the correct tip and sales tax. Enter your bill amount, select a tip percentage, and see the total. You can even split the final bill among friends in seconds. Calculate with confidence.
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Your Total
Note: This result is an estimate. It is standard practice to tip on the pre-tax amount.
How to Use the Tax and Tip Calculator
Enter Bill Amount
Input your total bill amount before tax and tip. This is the subtotal from your receipt.
Select Tip Percentage
Choose your tip percentage or use our quick options: 15%, 18%, 20%, or 25%.
Add Sales Tax
Optionally enter your local sales tax percentage if it's not already included in your bill.
Split the Bill
Enter the number of people to automatically calculate how much each person owes.
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A Guide to Tipping in the United States
Restaurants
15-20%
Standard for table service. 18-20% for good service, 15% minimum for acceptable service.
Bartenders
$1-2 per drink
Or 15-20% of the total bar tab for multiple drinks or complex cocktails.
Food Delivery
10-15%
Minimum $2-3. Consider weather conditions and distance when tipping delivery drivers.
Hair Stylists
15-20%
20% for exceptional service. Also consider tipping assistants who wash your hair.
Taxi/Rideshare
15-20%
Round up to the nearest dollar. Tip more for help with luggage or exceptional service.
Hotel Staff
$1-5 per service
Bellhops: $1-2 per bag. Housekeeping: $2-5 per night. Concierge: $5-20 for special requests.
Do You Tip on Tax? The Pre-Tax vs. After-Tax Debate
The standard practice in the United States is to calculate your tip based on the subtotal (pre-tax amount) of your bill. This means you should tip on the cost of your meal before sales tax is added.
Example Calculation:
Our calculator follows this standard practice and calculates tips on the pre-tax amount by default.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tax & Tipping
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