Money in United States
United States uses the US dollar. Here is how to pay there, whether to tip, and what common amounts are worth.
- Currency
- USDUS dollar
- Symbol
- $
- Tipping
- Expected
Paying in United States
Tipping is expected in restaurants, so carry small bills.
- Cards
- Widely accepted
- Cash
- Cash is rarely necessary, except at independent markets, but it is useful for small purchases, public transport and tips. Intrepid advises carrying some as a backup.
- ATMs
- ATMs are extremely common in most towns and cities. Wise reports typical withdrawal limits of 400 to 1,000 USD per transaction, depending on the bank.
- Watch out for
- Wise advises against carrying large amounts of cash because it attracts pickpockets and is hard to recover if lost or stolen.
Tipping in United States
15–20% in restaurants and for taxis, and a few dollars for hotel staff. Servers rely on tips.
Expected: Tips are customary, and staff often rely on them.
Sources checked: Intrepid Travel (Tipping in the United States), Wise (Cash or card in the USA), Saga Holidays.
Convert to and from USD
Quick reference
| Amount | EUR | GBP |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1.12 USD | 1.34 USD |
| 10 | 11.20 USD | 13.42 USD |
| 50 | 56.01 USD | 67.09 USD |
| 100 | 112 USD | 134 USD |
| 500 | 560 USD | 671 USD |
What each amount is worth in USD. Mid-market rates from 2 November 2026, 17:00 UTC.
Common questions
What currency does United States use?
United States uses the US dollar (USD).
Do you need to tip in United States?
Expected. 15–20% in restaurants and for taxis, and a few dollars for hotel staff. Servers rely on tips.
Can you pay by card in United States?
Widely accepted. Cash is rarely necessary, except at independent markets, but it is useful for small purchases, public transport and tips. Intrepid advises carrying some as a backup.
Are there ATMs in United States?
ATMs are extremely common in most towns and cities. Wise reports typical withdrawal limits of 400 to 1,000 USD per transaction, depending on the bank.