Concierge Tip Tax Deduction Calculator
For lobby concierges at full-service hotels.
The short answer: At the numbers below, the deduction is $9,000 — $1,080 back at 12% ($42 per paycheck).
Modified Adjusted Gross Income
Tips Deduction
$9,000
✅ You qualify for the full deduction
⚠️ This calculator provides estimates for informational and educational purposes only. It is not tax advice. Results are based on the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) and IRS Schedule 1-A. Consult a qualified tax professional for your specific situation.
Reservations, Tickets, Envelopes
Concierge gratuities run from $20 restaurant bookings to hundreds for impossible reservations — all tips if reported.
- • Guest gratuities reported on W-2 → deductible
- • Vendor referral payments → may be wages, not tips
- • Les Clefs d'Or network doesn't change the math
Worked Example
A single concierge reporting $9,000 of gratuities.
- • Deduction $9,000; $1,080 at 12%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do hotel concierges qualify for the OBBBA tips deduction?
Yes — W-2 concierges qualify on reported gratuities up to the $25,000 cap.
Are vendor kickbacks for restaurant referrals tips?
Generally no — referral payments from businesses are compensation, not customer gratuities. Confirm treatment with payroll.