Mileage Deduction Calculator
Calculate your tax deduction for business, medical, or charitable driving using the IRS standard mileage rates.
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Calculate Mileage Deduction
How It Works
The IRS sets standard mileage rates annually. For 2026:
| Purpose | 2026 Rate | 2025 Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Business | 72.5¢/mile | 70¢/mile |
| Medical/Moving | 22¢/mile | 21¢/mile |
| Charity | 14¢/mile | 14¢/mile |
Who Can Deduct
- Business: Self-employed individuals (W-2 employees cannot after 2017)
- Medical: Anyone, but only medical expenses exceeding 7.5% of AGI
- Charity: Anyone volunteering for qualified charities
Examples
Example: 10,000 Business Miles (2026)
Deduction: 10,000 × $0.725 = $7,250
Frequently Asked Questions
Can W-2 employees deduct mileage?
Generally no. After 2017 tax reform, unreimbursed employee expenses
(including mileage) are not deductible for most W-2 employees. Only self-employed
individuals can deduct business mileage.
What records do I need?
Keep a mileage log with: date, destination, business purpose, miles
driven. Apps like MileIQ can help automate tracking.
Standard rate vs actual expenses?
You can choose standard mileage rate or actual vehicle expenses
(gas, insurance, repairs, depreciation). Standard rate is simpler; actual may be higher if
you have an expensive vehicle.
Does commuting count?
No. Commuting from home to your regular workplace is not deductible.
But driving from one work location to another, or from home if it's your principal place of
business, can be.
What about Uber/Lyft drivers?
Rideshare drivers can deduct miles driven for business (with
passengers or en route to pickup). Driving from home to first pickup or last dropoff to home
is commuting and not deductible.
Can I deduct parking and tolls?
Yes! Parking and tolls for business purposes are deductible in
addition to the mileage rate. Keep receipts.