Delivery Tip Calculator
Calculate tips for food and package delivery services
Delivery Tipping Guide
Tips are expected and encouraged for delivery drivers such as pizza delivery, Doordash, grocery delivery, etc. Tips are not the same as the service charge, so be sure to calculate accordingly.
Standard Delivery Tipping Rates
- Food Delivery: 15-20% of order total, minimum $3-5
- Grocery Delivery: 15-20%, minimum $5
- Package Delivery: $3-5 for standard delivery
- Furniture/Large Items: $10-20 per person
When to Tip More
- Bad Weather: Tip 25-30% or more when drivers brave rain, snow, or extreme temperatures.
- Long Distance: Add extra for deliveries from far away restaurants.
- Large Orders: Tip more for heavy or bulky items, or orders with many items.
- Stairs/Walk-ups: Add $2-5 for each flight of stairs without an elevator.
- Holidays: Tip extra during busy holidays like Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Super Bowl Sunday.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to common questions about tipping for this service
Tip 15-20% of your order total with a minimum of $3-5. For orders under $20, tip at least $5. Add extra for bad weather ($5-10), long distances, large/heavy orders, or multiple flights of stairs.
Yes! Tip 25-30% or add an extra $5-10 when drivers brave rain, snow, extreme heat, or dangerous conditions. These deliveries are more difficult and potentially dangerous.
On most apps (DoorDash, Uber Eats), drivers can see estimated tips before accepting orders. Low or no tips often mean longer wait times as drivers decline the order. Tip generously upfront for faster service.
Cash tips ensure drivers get 100% of the tip. App tips may have fees deducted. If tipping cash, mention it in delivery instructions ('will tip cash') so drivers know to accept your order.
Yes, tip 15-20% for grocery delivery with a $5 minimum. Tip more for large orders (50+ items), heavy items (water, pet food), or if shopper had to make substitutions. Budget $10-20 for big grocery orders.
Yes, tip $3-5 minimum or 15-20% of the order total. Be aware that delivery fees charged by restaurants don't go to the driver - they still need tips. Tip more ($5-10) for large orders or bad weather.
If the issue was driver fault (multiple stops, slowness), reduce tip. If it was restaurant fault (food not ready, forgot items), tip the driver normally - it wasn't their fault. Contact the app for credits on restaurant issues.