How much to tip on $180
Multiply the bill by the tip rate as a decimal. On a $180.00 bill, 18% is $180.00 x 0.18 = $32.40. The table covers the common rates; 15% to 20% is standard for sit-down service in the US, 18% to 20% is typical in cities, and 22% to 25% is for outstanding service or large parties.
| Tip rate | Tip | Total with tip |
|---|---|---|
| 15% | $27.00 | $207.00 |
| 18% | $32.40 | $212.40 |
| 20% | $36.00 | $216.00 |
| 22% | $39.60 | $219.60 |
| 25% | $45.00 | $225.00 |
Splitting a $180.00 bill
Add the tip first, then divide by the number of people. Each share below includes the tip.
| Tip rate | 2 people | 3 people | 4 people |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15% | $103.50 | $69.00 | $51.75 |
| 18% | $106.20 | $70.80 | $53.10 |
| 20% | $108.00 | $72.00 | $54.00 |
| 22% | $109.80 | $73.20 | $54.90 |
| 25% | $112.50 | $75.00 | $56.25 |
Mental math for a $180.00 bill
Ten percent of $180.00 is $18.00: just move the decimal point one place to the left. From there, 20% is double ($36.00), 15% is 10% plus half of 10% ($18.00 + $9.00 = $27.00), and 5% is half of 10% ($9.00). Round to the nearest dollar if that is easier; a tip of $36.00 instead of $36.00 is well within the normal range.
Before or after tax?
Etiquette guides recommend tipping on the pre-tax subtotal. In practice, many people tip on the total, and the difference is small: at 8% sales tax, a 20% tip on the post-tax amount of a $180.00 pre-tax bill is $38.88 instead of $36.00, about $2.88 more. Check whether a service charge or gratuity has already been added, which is common for parties of six or more; in that case no extra tip is expected.
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