Irs Mileage Rate 2019 Calculator

2019 IRS Mileage Rate Calculator

Business (58 cents/mile) Medical or Moving (20 cents/mile) Charity (14 cents/mile)

Total Reimbursement/Deduction Value:

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Understanding the 2019 IRS Mileage Rates

Every year, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) adjusts the standard mileage rates used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical, or moving purposes. For the 2019 tax year, these rates saw a significant increase compared to 2018 due to rising fuel costs and vehicle maintenance expenses.

The Standard Rates for 2019

The following rates were in effect from January 1, 2019, through December 31, 2019:

• Business Use: 58 cents per mile.
• Medical or Moving Purposes: 20 cents per mile.
• Charitable Service: 14 cents per mile (set by statute).

Who Can Use This Calculator?

This calculator is specifically designed for taxpayers who are looking to reconcile their 2019 records. This is particularly useful for small business owners, independent contractors (1099 workers), and employees who may need to calculate mileage reimbursements or tax deductions for that specific tax year.

Example Calculation

If you drove 2,500 miles for business meetings during the 2019 calendar year, your calculation would be:

2,500 miles × $0.58 = $1,450.00

If you drove 500 miles for volunteer work for a qualified 501(c)(3) organization:

500 miles × $0.14 = $70.00

Record Keeping Requirements

To claim these deductions or justify reimbursements, the IRS requires taxpayers to maintain a contemporaneous log. This log should include:

1. The date of the trip.
2. The destination (city, town, or specific address).
3. The business purpose (or medical/charitable purpose).
4. The total miles driven for that specific trip.

It is important to note that you generally cannot deduct commuting miles between your home and your regular place of work. However, travel between your main office and a client's site or travel between two different job locations is usually deductible.

Actual Expenses vs. Standard Mileage

Taxpayers have the option to use either the standard mileage rate (calculated above) or the "actual expenses" method. Actual expenses include gas, oil, repairs, tires, insurance, registration fees, and depreciation. For many individuals, the standard mileage rate is preferred because it simplifies record-keeping and often results in a higher deduction without the need to track every single receipt for vehicle maintenance.