How Much to Tip for Pizza Delivery
15–20%
Tip the pizza delivery driver 15–20% of the order, with $3–5 as the floor. Drivers often use their own cars and pay for their own gas, so the tip covers more than a thank-you.
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How much to tip, situation by situation
| Situation | Typical tip |
|---|---|
| One or two pizzas | $3–5 |
| Family order around $50 | $8–10 |
| Office order over $100 | 10–15% |
| Bad weather | +$2–3 |
Pizza delivery tip on common prices
| Price | 15% | 18% | 20% |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25 | $3.75 | $4.50 | $5.00 |
| $50 | $7.50 | $9.00 | $10.00 |
| $75 | $11.25 | $13.50 | $15.00 |
| $100 | $15.00 | $18.00 | $20.00 |
| $150 | $22.50 | $27.00 | $30.00 |
| $200 | $30.00 | $36.00 | $40.00 |
Worth knowing
- The "delivery charge" on a chain pizza receipt is generally not given to the driver in full. Some chains say so in fine print.
Working it out by hand? See how to calculate a tip. Travelling? Customs differ abroad: tipping by country.
Questions people ask
Is $5 a good tip for pizza delivery?
For an order up to about $30, yes. For larger orders, aim for 15–20%.
Do I tip if I pick the pizza up myself?
Not required. It's carryout; a dollar or two is optional.