Tips, also known as gratuities, are extra sums of payment made for a particular
service provided by a laborer. The accepted amounts vary in different regions. For example, in the
nations of Japan, tips are rejected for they are considered highly insulting. However, in Western
nations
such as the United States, workers expect to be tipped and is often factored into the compensation
required for a business to meet the requirements for minimum wage.
|
Services |
Typical Tip |
| Restaurants, Bartenders |
15%-20% |
| Food Delivery |
15%-20% depending on the distance,
total price, etc. |
| Hotel Room Service |
Normally the charge is included in
the price already. If not, 15-20% |
| Hotel Housekeeping |
Not expected, $1-$2 per person per
night. |
| Automotive Services, Mechanic |
Not expected, Or a few dollar
depending on the amount |
| Mover, Furniture, or Appliance
Delivery |
Not expected, Or $5, $10, $20 each
depending on the amount |
| Plumber, Handyman, Electrician,
Cleaner, or Other Home Services |
Not expected, Or $5, $10, $20 each
depending on the amount |
| Hairstylists, Barber, Nail Service,
etc. |
10%-20% |
| Massage |
10%-20% |
| Taxi or Limo Drivers |
15%-20% |
| Shuttle Drivers, Parking Attendant
|
$1-$3 |
| Tour Guides |
$1-$5 depending on the length of the
tour |
