Mileage Rate Calculator 2022

IRS Mileage Rate Calculator (2022 Tax Year)

Calculate your deduction based on the specific 2022 mid-year rate changes.

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Understanding the 2022 Mileage Rate Changes

The 2022 tax year was unique for mileage deductions because the IRS implemented a rare mid-year rate adjustment. Due to rising fuel costs and inflation, the standard mileage rates for the second half of 2022 (July 1 – December 31) are higher than the rates for the first half (January 1 – June 30).

When filing your tax returns for 2022, it is critical to separate your mileage logs into these two distinct periods to ensure you calculate your deduction accurately. Using a single rate for the entire year could result in either an underpayment or a loss of potential tax savings.

Official IRS Mileage Rates for 2022

Purpose	Jan 1 – June 30, 2022	July 1 – Dec 31, 2022
Business	58.5 cents per mile	62.5 cents per mile
Medical / Moving	18 cents per mile	22 cents per mile
Charitable	14 cents per mile	14 cents per mile

How to Calculate Your 2022 Deduction

To maximize your reimbursement or tax deduction, follow these steps:

1. Separate Your Log: Divide your mileage log into two sections: trips taken before July 1st and trips taken on or after July 1st.
2. Identify Purpose: Categorize trips by business, medical, or charitable purpose. Note that "commuting" miles (driving from home to your regular workplace) are generally not deductible.
3. Apply Rates: Multiply the miles in the first period by the lower rate (e.g., 58.5 cents for business) and the miles in the second period by the higher rate (e.g., 62.5 cents).
4. Sum Total: Add the results of both calculations together to get your total allowable deduction for the 2022 tax year.

Example Calculation

Imagine you are a freelancer who drove 1,000 miles for business in April 2022 and another 1,000 miles in August 2022.

• First Half (Jan-Jun): 1,000 miles × $0.585 = $585.00
• Second Half (Jul-Dec): 1,000 miles × $0.625 = $625.00
• Total Deduction: $585.00 + $625.00 = $1,210.00

If you had incorrectly applied the January rate to the whole year, your deduction would have been only $1,170, causing you to lose $40 in deductions.

Who Is Eligible for Standard Mileage Rates?

The standard mileage rate is available to self-employed individuals, business owners, and certain other taxpayers. However, under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, W-2 employees generally cannot deduct unreimbursed business mileage on their federal tax returns for tax years 2018 through 2025. Always consult with a qualified tax professional to understand your specific eligibility.

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