IRS Mileage Calculator
How is business mileage estimated for IRS records? Estimate a mileage deduction using business miles and the selected rate.
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How is business mileage estimated for IRS records?
The IRS Mileage Calculator estimates your tax deduction for business miles using the IRS standard mileage rate. Self-employed individuals, gig workers, and employees who use personal vehicles for business can calculate their deductible amount for tax filings.
Current calculator output
30.00
MPG
How it works
IRS Mileage Calculator: inputs, formula, and result
Enter the values that describe your business & fleet scenario. The interactive result changes as the inputs change, helping you compare fuel efficiency, fuel consumption, fuel cost, or operating impact.
Formula
IRS Mileage Deduction = Business Miles × IRS Standard Mileage Rate
Worked example
1,200 business miles at $0.67/mile = $804.00 deduction.
Pro tip: You must choose either the standard mileage rate OR actual expenses for each vehicle. You cannot switch methods mid-year.
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What changes the result for IRS Mileage?
Turn business distance and vehicle data into a consistent operating or reimbursement estimate. Traffic, tire pressure, vehicle load, terrain, driving style, weather, fuel price, and the quality of the input data can change the final result.
Estimated result condition
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When should you use this calculator?
Use it before a trip, after a fill-up, when comparing vehicles, or when documenting business mileage. Keep the same units and use several measurements when you need an average.
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FAQs about IRS Mileage
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What can I deduct with the IRS mileage rate?
The standard rate covers fuel, oil, maintenance, repairs, insurance, registration, depreciation, and lease payments. You can additionally deduct parking fees and tolls separately.
Do Uber and Lyft drivers use the IRS mileage rate?
Yes. Rideshare drivers can deduct business miles including miles with a passenger and miles to pick up passengers, but not commuting miles.
How do I prove my business mileage to the IRS?
Keep a contemporaneous mileage log recording date, destination, business purpose, and miles driven. Digital tracking apps are accepted and preferred for accuracy.
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