🚗 IRS Mileage Reimbursement Calculator
Find your reimbursement or deduction using the current official IRS rate.
Current IRS Standard Mileage Rates
- Jan 1 – Jun 30, 2026: 72.5¢/mi business, 20.5¢/mi medical/moving, 14.0¢/mi charitable
- Jul 1 – Dec 31, 2026: 76.0¢/mi business, 23.5¢/mi medical/moving, 14.0¢/mi charitable
Source: IRS Notice 2026-10 (Jan–Jun) + IRS mid-year rate adjustment effective July 1, 2026 (irs.gov/tax-professionals/standard-mileage-rates). Last verified: 2026-07-28.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can use the IRS standard mileage rate?
Self-employed individuals, freelancers, gig workers, and small business owners can use it to deduct
business driving costs. Employers can also use it as a tax-free reimbursement benchmark.
Why does the rate sometimes change mid-year?
The IRS normally updates the rate once a year, but can make a rare mid-year adjustment when fuel prices
shift significantly — as happened in July 2026. Apply each period's rate to miles driven in that period.
Guide: understanding your result
- The IRS standard mileage rate covers the cost of operating a vehicle for business, and lower rates apply for medical/moving and charitable driving.
- Employers are not required to reimburse at the IRS rate, but reimbursement up to it is generally not taxable under an accountable plan.
- Keep a log with date, miles, destination and purpose.
Worked example
Driving 1,200 business miles at the most recent business rate of $0.760 per mile gives $912.00.
IRS standard mileage rates
| Period | Business | Medical / moving | Charity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 – Jun 30, 2026 | $0.725 | $0.205 | $0.14 |
| Jul 1 – Dec 31, 2026 | $0.760 | $0.235 | $0.14 |
Source: IRS Notice 2026-10 (Jan–Jun) + IRS mid-year rate adjustment effective July 1, 2026 (irs.gov/tax-professionals/standard-mileage-rates).
Common mistakes to avoid
- Counting the regular commute, which is generally not business mileage.
- Reconstructing mileage at year end instead of logging it.
Official sources
Examples are calculated live from the same data the calculator uses and are for education only — they are not financial, tax or investment advice.
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