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Use this mileage deduction calculator to estimate your self-employed mileage deduction with the IRS mileage rate 2024 values.
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What counts as deductible business mileage?
For guidance only. Always verify with IRS.gov. Rates change annually and this calculator reflects 2024 rates.
This standard mileage rate calculator multiplies eligible miles by the IRS mileage reimbursement rate for your mileage type. It is a quick way to estimate a mileage tax write off without itemizing each vehicle expense.
The standard mileage method can be simpler than the actual expenses method. In general, choose the method that best fits your records and vehicle costs, and do not switch methods mid-vehicle.
| Mileage Type | Rate per Mile |
|---|---|
| Business | $0.67 |
| Medical / Moving | $0.21 |
| Charity | $0.14 |
The IRS usually announces new standard mileage rates in December for the following year.
Deductible business mileage can include client visits, travel between work locations, business errands, and trips to the bank or post office for business tasks.
Commuting from home to a regular office typically does not count as deductible mileage.
If your home is your principal place of business, mileage to client locations may count from mile one.
For a self-employed mileage deduction, keep records that show date, destination, business purpose, and miles driven. A mileage log or tracking app can make this easier and more accurate.
Keep records for at least 3 years, with 7 years often recommended for added protection.
The standard mileage rate method is often simpler. The actual expenses method can produce a larger deduction in some cases.
Standard mileage may win with newer, fuel-efficient vehicles and lower maintenance costs. Actual expenses may be better for older vehicles, high repairs, or very heavy use.
For 2024, the IRS standard mileage rates are 67 cents per mile for business, 21 cents for medical or moving, and 14 cents for charity.
Yes, self-employed workers can generally deduct eligible business mileage if records are kept and IRS rules are followed.
You need a mileage log with key details such as date, destination, purpose, and miles. Fuel receipts are more relevant for the actual expenses method.
Regular commuting is usually not deductible. Travel between business locations or to clients is often deductible.
Only business-use miles are deductible, so keep clear records that separate business travel from personal driving.
Yes, qualifying volunteer travel for charitable organizations may be deductible at the charity mileage rate.
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