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In the United States, tipping is standard across most service industries. Here are the amounts Americans typically leave:
Yes, in most cases. Many service workers rely on tips because their base wage is below minimum wage. Skipping a tip at a sit-down restaurant is generally considered rude unless the service was exceptionally poor.
Most Americans tip on the pre-tax subtotal, but tipping on the full amount is also common and appreciated by servers.
A 20% tip on a $50 bill is $10, making your total $60. For 18%, the tip is $9. Use our calculator above for any amount instantly.
Use the "Split Between" control above. Enter your bill amount, choose your tip percentage, and increase the number of people — we calculate exactly what each person owes including tip.