Rideshare drivers
Uber & Lyft mileage deduction calculator (2026)
Rideshare driving is mostly a mileage story. Enter the business miles you drove in each half of 2026 and see the deduction at the real IRS rates, including the rare mid-year increase.
For Uber and Lyft drivers valuing the standard mileage deduction on their business miles.
How the math works
What this calculator does
- Miles driven Jan 1–Jun 30, 2026 are multiplied by 72.5¢ (the rate the IRS set for early 2026).
- Miles driven Jul 1–Dec 31, 2026 are multiplied by 76¢ (a rare mid-year IRS increase).
- Business parking and tolls are added on top — they are deductible in addition to the mileage rate.
- The optional tax-saved figure multiplies the deduction by a combined-rate estimate you pick; it is an illustration, not a filing number.
Why 2026 has two mileage rates
For 2026 the IRS first set the business standard mileage rate at 72.5 cents per mile, up 2.5 cents from 2025. It then made a rare mid-year adjustment, raising the rate to 76 cents per mile for July 1 through December 31, 2026. That means the miles you drove in the first half of the year and the second half are worth different amounts.
Only business miles count. Driving from home to your first pickup and back from your last drop can be treated as commuting, and time spent available on the app without a business purpose is not automatically deductible. A contemporaneous mileage log — date, miles, and purpose — is what supports the number.
Standard mileage vs actual costs
The standard mileage rate already bundles gas, maintenance, insurance, and depreciation, so you cannot also deduct those costs for the same car when you use it. If your vehicle is expensive to run, the actual-expense method may deduct more — compare them with the standard-mileage-vs-actual calculator before you choose.
Common questions
FAQ
What is the 2026 IRS mileage rate for Uber and Lyft drivers?
The business standard mileage rate is 72.5 cents per mile for January 1 through June 30, 2026, and 76 cents per mile for July 1 through December 31, 2026, following a mid-year IRS increase.
Can I deduct tolls and parking on top of mileage?
Yes. Business parking fees and tolls are deductible in addition to the standard mileage rate. Ordinary commuting parking is not.
Do I need a mileage log?
A contemporaneous log showing the date, business miles, and purpose of each trip is the record that supports a mileage deduction if you are ever asked to substantiate it.
Uber / Lyft mileage deduction calculator (2026)
Estimates only, using published 2026 IRS and SSA figures. This is general information, not tax, legal, or financial advice, and it is not reviewed or approved by a tax professional. Your actual tax depends on your complete facts — other income, deductions, credits, state rules, and the final current-year law. Confirm your situation with a qualified professional (CPA or enrolled agent). You are responsible for what you file.
Embed this calculator
Paste this into your blog or site. The backlink uses rel="nofollow", so it credits ReceiptLine without passing link equity.
ReceiptLine uses AI to extract and suggest expense details. It is not accounting or tax advice. Review each receipt and confirm the correct treatment with a qualified professional for your jurisdiction.