How Much to Tip Instacart / Grocery Delivery
Tip your instacart / grocery delivery 15-20%. Tip Instacart and grocery delivery shoppers 15-20% of the order total, with a minimum of $5. They both shop AND deliver your groceries — it's more work than standard delivery.
Recommended Tip
15–20%
of the service total
Instacart / Grocery Delivery Tip Amounts by Bill Size
| Bill | 15% Tip | 20% Tip | 20% Tip |
|---|---|---|---|
| $30.00 | $4.50 | $6.00 | $6.00 |
| $50.00 | $7.50 | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| $75.00 | $11.25 | $15.00 | $15.00 |
| $100.00 | $15.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| $150.00 | $22.50 | $30.00 | $30.00 |
| $200.00 | $30.00 | $40.00 | $40.00 |
Instacart / Grocery Delivery Tipping Etiquette
- +$5 minimum regardless of order size
- +15-20% is standard for grocery delivery
- +Tip more for large orders (50+ items), heavy items, or bad weather
- +Shoppers see your pre-tip and may not accept low-tip orders
- +You can adjust the tip after delivery if service was exceptional
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do you tip Instacart shoppers?
Tip Instacart shoppers 15-20% of the order total, with a $5 minimum. For a $100 grocery order, tip $15-$20. Instacart shoppers both select your items AND deliver them — it's more labor than standard delivery.
How much to tip for grocery delivery?
Tip 15-20% for grocery delivery services (Instacart, Shipt, Amazon Fresh). For a $75 order, tip $11-$15. Increase to 20%+ for large orders, heavy items (cases of water), or deliveries in bad weather.
Should you tip Instacart before or after?
Pre-tip through the app — shoppers see the tip before accepting your order. Low or no-tip orders may be delayed. You can adjust the tip up to 24 hours after delivery if the service was exceptional (or disappointing).
Need to Split a Tip?
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