San Jose Tax + Tip Quick Reference
| Bill (pre-tax) | Tax (9.375%) | 15% Tip | 18% Tip | 20% Tip | Total (20%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $25 | $2.34 | $3.75 | $4.50 | $5.00 | $32.34 |
| $40 | $3.75 | $6.00 | $7.20 | $8.00 | $51.75 |
| $60 | $5.63 | $9.00 | $10.80 | $12.00 | $77.63 |
| $80 | $7.50 | $12.00 | $14.40 | $16.00 | $103.50 |
| $100 | $9.38 | $15.00 | $18.00 | $20.00 | $129.38 |
| $120 | $11.25 | $18.00 | $21.60 | $24.00 | $155.25 |
| $150 | $14.06 | $22.50 | $27.00 | $30.00 | $194.06 |
| $200 | $18.75 | $30.00 | $36.00 | $40.00 | $258.75 |
San Jose Tipping Guide
| Service | Standard Tip | Excellent Service |
|---|---|---|
| Sit-down restaurant | 18–20% | 22–25% |
| Food delivery | $3–5 or 15% | $6–8 |
| Bartender | $1–2/drink or 15–18% | 20% |
| Rideshare (Uber/Lyft) | 15–18% | 20–25% |
| Hotel housekeeping | $3–5/night | $5–8/night |
| Hair salon / barber | 15–20% | 25% |
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What is the sales tax in San Jose?
The combined sales tax in San Jose is 9.375%.
How much should I tip at a restaurant in San Jose?
18–20% is the standard tip in San Jose. Given the city's cost of living, servers in San Jose typically expect 20% for good service. Tip on the pre-tax subtotal.