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Tipping Guide by Service Type
Tipping customs vary dramatically around the world. In the US, tipping is deeply embedded in service culture — service workers often depend on tips as a significant portion of their income.
Standard US Tipping Percentages
- Restaurants (sit-down): 15–20% standard; 20–25% for excellent service
- Delivery drivers: 10–15% minimum; $3–5 for small orders
- Bartenders: $1–2 per drink or 15–20% of tab
- Taxi / rideshare: 10–20%; more for exceptional service
- Hotel housekeeping: $2–5 per night; leave daily (staff rotate)
- Hair salon / spa: 15–20% of service cost
Quick Mental Tip Math
- 15% tip: take 10% (move decimal) + half of that
- 20% tip: take 10% × 2
Should I tip on the pre-tax or post-tax amount?
Etiquette says tip on the pre-tax subtotal, since you're tipping for service, not the government's cut. In practice, most people tip on the total (post-tax) because it's easier to read off the receipt. The difference on a $50 meal at 8% tax is only $1 ($10 pre-tax vs $10.80 post-tax).
Is tipping increasing at restaurants?
Yes. Average US restaurant tips increased from 17% in 2019 to around 19.5% in 2022–2023. Point-of-sale tablet prompts suggesting 20–25–30% as default options have normalized higher tips. Some restaurants now add automatic service charges (18–20%) for all tables, especially in cities with high minimum wages.