How much to tip, for almost anything.

Food

Waitstaff (Table Service)15% to 20%

Bartenders$1 to $2 per drink, or 15% to 20% of tab

Food Delivery10% to 15% (more in bad weather)

Buffet Servers5% to 10%

Counter Service (Fast Casual)0% to 10% (optional)

Baristas$1 to $2 per drink or ~10%

Takeout/Pickup0% to 10% (optional)

Catering Staff15% to 20% (if not included)

Sommelier10% to 20% of wine cost (varies)

Coat Check$1 to $2 per item

Transportation

Taxi / Ride-Share15% to 20%

Hotel Shuttle$2 to $5 per person

Limo Drivers15% to 20% of the cost

Valet Parking$2 to $5 when car is returned

Airport Skycap/Porter$2 to $3 per bag

Public Tour Bus Driver$1 to $2 per person

Charter Bus Driver$1 to $3 per person or 10%

Home Services

Babysitters10% to 15% or round up

House Cleaners$10 to $20 per visit

Lawn Care Workers$5 to $10 per visit

Handyman Services10% to 15%

Plumbers/ElectriciansNo tip expected; $10-$20 for exceptional service

Appliance Delivery$10 to $20 per person

Furniture Delivery$10 to $20 per person

ContractorsNo tip expected; consider a gift or lunch

Self-care

Haircuts15% to 20%

Spa Services15% to 20%

Massage Therapists15% to 20%

Manicurists/Pedicurists15% to 20%

Estheticians (Facials/Waxing)15% to 20%

Makeup Artists15% to 20% (if allowed)

Animal Services

Groomers10% to 20%

Pet Sitters$10 to $20 for longer stays

Dog Walkers10% to 15% per visit

Veterinary TechsNo tip expected; small gift/card appreciated

Other

Mail Carriers$15 during holidays (follow local rules)

Tour Guides$5 to $10 per person

Personal Trainers$10 to $20 per session

Delivery (Flowers/Groceries)$5 to $10

Photographers (Event)10% to 15% or flat $50+

Coaches/InstructorsNo tip expected; small gift acceptable

Hotels

Bellhop$2 per bag ($5 minimum)

Housekeeping$2 to $5 per night (leave daily)

Concierge$5 to $20 depending on request

Room ServiceCheck if included; otherwise 15% to 20%

Doorman$1 to $2 (hailing taxi or heavy assistance)

Turndown Service$2 per night (optional)

Travel

Cruise Staff (Dining/Steward)Follow cruise guidelines (often $12-$20/day)

Tour Guide (Private)10% to 20% of tour cost

Tour Guide (Group)$5 to $10 per person

Porter (Train/Boat)$2 to $3 per bag

Airport Lounge StaffNo tip expected; $1-$2 for special help

Events

Wedding PlannerNo tip expected; 10% bonus or gift if exceptional

Catering Captain$50 to $100

Servers (Event)$20+ each or 15% to 20% if not included

Bartenders (Event)$20+ each or tip jar if allowed

DJ/Band$50 to $100 per performer

Coat Check (Event)$1 to $2 per item

Health & Wellness

ChiropractorNo tip expected

Physical TherapistNo tip expected

Dietitian/NutritionistNo tip expected

Private NurseNo tip expected; gift acceptable

Personal Chef10% to 20% (if not owner)

Beauty

Hair Colorist15% to 20%

Blowout/Styling15% to 20%

Lash/Brow Tech15% to 20%

Spray Tan10% to 20%

Barber15% to 20%

Education & Childcare

NannyNo per-visit tip; holiday bonus 1-2 weeks' pay

TutorNo tip expected; gift okay

Daycare StaffHoliday gift $25-$50 or group gift

Camp CounselorsNo tip expected; small gift/card

Moving & Storage

Movers$20 to $50 per mover (full-day)

Packers$10 to $20 per person

Storage Facility StaffNo tip expected; gift card optional

Home Improvement

PaintersNo tip expected; $10 to $20 for exceptional work

RoofersNo tip expected

HVAC TechsNo tip expected; $10-$20 optional

Pool Maintenance$10 to $20 (occasional)

Snow Removal$5 to $10 per visit

Utilities & Delivery

Package DeliveryNo tip expected; holiday $10-$20 (follow carrier rules)

Grocery Delivery$5 to $10 or ~10%

Water/Propane Delivery$5 to $10 (optional)

Laundry/Dry Cleaning Delivery$3 to $5

Seasonal & Holidays

Garbage/Recycling Collectors$10 to $30 (where permitted)

Mail Carrier$15 to $20 (non-cash in some regions)

Newspaper Delivery$10 to $30

Building Superintendent$20 to $100 depending on service

Doorman (Residential)$20 to $100 depending on building

Entertainment

Ushers/AttendantsNo tip expected

Casino DealersTips customary; varies by game/winnings

Coat Check$1 to $2 per item

Museum Guides$5 to $10 (if guided)

Street Performers$1 to $5 (optional)

Financial & Professional

Accountant/AttorneyNo tip expected

Real Estate AgentNo tip expected; gift acceptable

NotaryNo tip expected

IT Support (In-home)No tip expected; $10-$20 optional

Retail & Service Counters

Coffee Shops$1 to $2 or ~10%

Juice/Smoothie Bars$1 to $2

Bakery Counter$1 to $2 (optional)

Ice Cream Shops$1 to $2

Quick Service (Counter)0% to 10% (optional)

Automotive

Car Wash (Automatic)$2 to $5

Car Wash (Hand Detail)10% to 15%

Oil ChangeNo tip expected

Tire/MechanicNo tip expected; small gift optional

Outdoor & Recreation

Golf Caddie$20 to $50 per bag

Ski Instructor$10 to $20 or ~10%

Fishing/Hunting Guide10% to 20%

Boat Captain/Crew (Charter)15% to 20% of charter cost

Surf/Water Sports Instructor$10 to $20 or ~10%