Mileage deduction calculator for 2026
For 2026, the IRS standard mileage rate for business is 72.5 cents a mile from January through June and 76 cents from July 1. Multiply your business miles in each half by its rate. 8,000 miles split evenly comes to $5,940. Enter your miles to see your deduction or reimbursement.
Updated November 2026
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IRS standard business rate: 72.5 cents a mile through June 30, 2026 and 76 cents from July 1. Keep a log. An estimate, not tax advice.
What are the IRS mileage rates for 2026?
| Period | Business rate |
|---|---|
| January 1 to June 30, 2026 | 72.5 cents a mile |
| From July 1, 2026 | 76 cents a mile |
The standard rate covers gas, insurance, repairs and depreciation, so you can't also deduct those costs for the same car. Parking fees and tolls for business trips are deductible on top.
Which miles count?
Trips between work locations, to clients, to the bank or supply store, and to temporary job sites. Commuting from home to your regular workplace doesn't count, unless your home is your principal place of business. Our post on how to deduct mileage covers the details.
What records do I need?
A log with the date, where you went, the business purpose and the miles for each trip, kept as you go. An app or a calendar works. Without a log, the IRS can deny the whole deduction. Employers reimbursing at or below the IRS rate under an accountable plan can pay it tax-free. S-Corp owners use an accountable plan to reimburse themselves.
What is the IRS mileage rate for 2026?
72.5 cents a mile for business from January 1 to June 30, 2026, and 76 cents from July 1, 2026.
Can employers reimburse more than the IRS rate?
They can, but the amount above the IRS rate is taxable wages to the employee.
Can I use the standard rate and deduct gas?
No. The standard rate already includes gas and other car costs. You can add parking and tolls.
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