Tip Percentage Chart
Quick-reference tipping percentages for every service: restaurants 15–20%, delivery 15–20%, rideshare 15–20%, bars $1–2/drink. Printable.
Statutory Gratuity Rule: Under FLSA 29 U.S.C. § 203(m) and 29 CFR Part 531, tips are the absolute property of employees; employers and managers are strictly barred from retaining any portion of tip pools. Standard U.S. dining gratuity benchmarks range from 15% (standard service) to 18%–20% (good service) and 22%+ (exceptional service), calculated directly on the pre-tax subtotal.
Tip Percentage Chart
Quick-reference tipping percentages for every service: restaurants 15–20%, delivery 15–20%, rideshare 15–20%, bars $1–2/drink. Printable.
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Tip is calculated on the pre-tax amount. Adjust state for accurate tax rates.
About This Calculator
What it does
A printable, at-a-glance reference for standard tipping percentages across categories—restaurants 15–25%, delivery 15–20%, rideshare 15–20%, beauty 15–20%, bars $1–2 per drink or 15–20% for cocktails. Use alongside any TipFig calculator.
Data sources
- National Restaurant Association
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
- Internal Revenue Service
- State Revenue Departments
Last updated: 2026 · Fact-checked against primary industry sources
Frequently asked questions
What is the standard restaurant tip?
15% minimum, 18–20% good service, 20–25% fine dining.
How much at a bar?
$1–2 per beer or wine, 15–20% for cocktails or bottle service. Tip after each round.
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