How much to tip on $300
Multiply the bill by the tip rate as a decimal. On a $300.00 bill, 18% is $300.00 x 0.18 = $54.00. 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% | $45.00 | $345.00 |
| 18% | $54.00 | $354.00 |
| 20% | $60.00 | $360.00 |
| 22% | $66.00 | $366.00 |
| 25% | $75.00 | $375.00 |
Splitting a $300.00 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% | $172.50 | $115.00 | $86.25 |
| 18% | $177.00 | $118.00 | $88.50 |
| 20% | $180.00 | $120.00 | $90.00 |
| 22% | $183.00 | $122.00 | $91.50 |
| 25% | $187.50 | $125.00 | $93.75 |
Mental math for a $300.00 bill
Ten percent of $300.00 is $30.00: just move the decimal point one place to the left. From there, 20% is double ($60.00), 15% is 10% plus half of 10% ($30.00 + $15.00 = $45.00), and 5% is half of 10% ($15.00). Round to the nearest dollar if that is easier; a tip of $60.00 instead of $60.00 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 $300.00 pre-tax bill is $64.80 instead of $60.00, about $4.80 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.
Nearby bill amounts
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