1 · Your order
Adds $3 — rain, snow, extreme heat, or after ~10pm.
Adds $5 — big grocery runs, catering, lots of stairs.
2 · Tip percentage
Calculated on the food subtotal only — fees and taxes go to the platform, not the driver.
Recommended tip
Frequently asked questions
Why add a per-mile amount instead of just a percentage?
Percentage-of-subtotal underpays distance: a $20 order going 8 miles deserves more than a $20 order going 1 mile. Drivers widely cite $1–$2 per mile as their real rule of thumb — this calculator bakes it in at $1.50.
What is the minimum tip for food delivery?
$3–$5 is the widely cited floor for any trip, regardless of order size. This calculator enforces a $4 minimum — if the formula produces less, it rounds up and tells you.
Do I tip on the delivery fee and taxes?
No — tip on the food subtotal only. Delivery fees, service fees and small-order fees go to the platform, not the driver.
Should I tip more in bad weather?
Yes — $2–$5 extra is the commonly cited range. Bad-weather orders are the ones drivers debate declining, so a weather bump gets your food picked up faster. This calculator adds $3 when you toggle it on.