Mileage Calculator
Turn miles driven into a deduction at the current IRS rate — business, medical, or charity.
| Purpose | Jan–Jun | Jul–Dec |
|---|---|---|
| Business | $0.725 | $0.760 |
| Medical | $0.205 | $0.235 |
| Charity | $0.140 | $0.140 |
The IRS revised business and medical rates for travel on or after July 1, 2026. Charity remains fixed by statute.
Keep a contemporaneous log showing the date, destination, business or eligible purpose, and miles for each trip. Download this calculation and retain it with that log.
0 business miles × $0.760
Keep a contemporaneous mileage log to support the deduction. Eligibility and recordkeeping rules vary by purpose.
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IRS Mileage Calculator — 2026 Standard Mileage Rate
Calculate business mileage using the correct 2026 IRS period: 72.5¢ per mile through June 30 and 76¢ per mile from July 1.
Enter your typical daily business mileage
Updated annually by the IRS for business use
Enter your miles to calculate your deduction
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Calculate self-employed mileage for taxes and reimbursement
For a mileage tax estimate, enter eligible miles, choose the trip purpose, and select the 2026 date period. The calculator applies the correct IRS rate for business, medical, or charity mileage and shows the estimated deductible amount.
Self-employed workers, freelancers, contractors, DoorDash drivers, Uber drivers, and other gig workers should keep a log with the trip date, destination, business purpose, miles driven, and any supporting app or calendar record.
IRS source: Standard mileage rates.
How to Claim Mileage Deductions as a Freelancer
The IRS business mileage rate for January 1 through June 30, 2026 is 72.5 cents per mile. For eligible trips from July 1 through December 31, the revised rate is 76 cents per mile.
To support a deduction, keep a mileage log showing the date, destination, purpose, and miles driven for each business trip, together with any other records required for the method you use.
Important: You can't claim the same mileage under both the standard mileage rate and actual expense deductions. Choose the method that gives you the larger deduction. For most freelancers driving moderate amounts, the standard mileage rate is simpler and often more beneficial.
Apply each rate only to mileage driven during its effective period. Always verify current guidance on IRS.gov before filing, because eligibility and substantiation rules still apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
The 2026 IRS business mileage rate is 72.5 cents per mile for trips from January 1 through June 30. A revised rate of 76 cents per mile applies to eligible business mileage from July 1 through December 31, 2026.
Yes! As a freelancer or independent contractor, you can deduct business-related mileage on your tax return. This includes driving to client meetings, job sites, or other work-related destinations. Keep a mileage log to substantiate your deductions.
The standard mileage method is simpler because it applies the IRS rate to eligible business miles. Compare it with the actual-expense method and follow the eligibility and recordkeeping rules before choosing a method.
Multiply eligible miles by the IRS standard mileage rate for the date and purpose of the trip. For 2026 business mileage, use 72.5 cents per mile for January 1 through June 30 and 76 cents per mile for July 1 through December 31.
Yes. Self-employed workers, freelancers, contractors, and gig drivers can use the calculator for eligible business trips such as client visits, job-site travel, supply runs, and platform work, while keeping a log with date, miles, destination, and business purpose.
Yes, when the miles are business miles for your platform work. Track the date, route or destination, business purpose, and miles driven. Do not include personal driving or a normal commute.
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Important Notice — Not Tax Advice
This business mileage and IRS standard rate tool is provided for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, financial, or professional advice. Results are estimates based on the inputs you provide and current published rates, which may change without notice.
Tax laws vary by federal, state, and local jurisdiction and may not reflect your individual situation. Eonebill makes no warranty as to the accuracy, completeness, or applicability of any output and is not responsible for any decisions made based on this tool.
Before filing any tax form, claiming a deduction, or making a financial decision, consult a qualified tax professional, CPA, or licensed attorney. For official guidance, visit IRS.gov or your state's department of revenue.
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