How much to tip on $60
Multiply the bill by the tip rate as a decimal. On a $60.00 bill, 18% is $60.00 x 0.18 = $10.80. 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% | $9.00 | $69.00 |
| 18% | $10.80 | $70.80 |
| 20% | $12.00 | $72.00 |
| 22% | $13.20 | $73.20 |
| 25% | $15.00 | $75.00 |
Splitting a $60.00 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% | $34.50 | $23.00 | $17.25 |
| 18% | $35.40 | $23.60 | $17.70 |
| 20% | $36.00 | $24.00 | $18.00 |
| 22% | $36.60 | $24.40 | $18.30 |
| 25% | $37.50 | $25.00 | $18.75 |
Mental math for a $60.00 bill
Ten percent of $60.00 is $6.00: just move the decimal point one place to the left. From there, 20% is double ($12.00), 15% is 10% plus half of 10% ($6.00 + $3.00 = $9.00), and 5% is half of 10% ($3.00). Round to the nearest dollar if that is easier; a tip of $12.00 instead of $12.00 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 $60.00 pre-tax bill is $12.96 instead of $12.00, about $0.96 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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