In the US and Canada, a tip between 15% and 20% is generally expected for good service. For exceptional service tip more; for subpar service tip slightly less. Don’t tip less than 10% unless service is terrible. Consider service quality, complexity of task, and satisfaction when calculating tip. For example, tip 20%+ for a delivery driver who brings a large order in bad weather. Tip 10% or not at all if the delivery person is rude and the order not delivered properly.
Typical Tipping Amounts
Use the table below to understand typical tip amounts in North America:
- Restaurant Waiter/Waitress: 15-20%
- Hairstylist/Barber: 20%
- Uber/Taxi: 15%
- Food Delivery: 10-15%
- Babysitter/Nanny: 20%
- Bartender: $1/drink or $2/fancy drink
Using a Tip Calculator
The Tip Calculator linked below calculates tip amount for various percentages of the service cost. It also provides the total amount including tip. In the US, a 15% tip is typically expected. Modify values and click calculate to use.
To calculate a 15% tip, find a 10% tip and then add another half. Move the decimal point one space to the left to find 10%. Then, add half as much again.
When you want to count 10% of your bill, it’s quite simple. You need only move the decimal point to the left by one.
The general rule is that you should tip between 10% and 20% of the total value of the bill. For example, if you are tipping a hairdresser for a $250 service, the usual gratuity should be 15 to 20 percent. For a $40 pizza delivery or a $150 facial, the same percentage range applies.
A percentage of the total bill is one common method for calculating tips. Determine the percentage you wish to tip based on the level of service and your personal preference. Multiply the total bill amount by the tip percentage.
(Optional: Split tips) To calculate a split tip, divide the tip amount by the number of people splitting it.
How to calculate the tip in your head? The easiest way is using the ‘moving the decimal’ method. For example, if the bill amount was $30 and the tip percentage was 15%.
1) Enter the Bill Amount
2) Choose a Tip Percentage
3) View the Tip & Total Amounts
4) Split the bill if needed