🚐 Delivery Business Tools
Per-Mile Rate Calculator
Set a per-mile delivery rate that covers vehicle costs and hits your income goal.
Rate details
IRS standard: $0.67 (2024)
Fill in the details and click calculate.
Frequently Asked Questions
What per-mile rate should a delivery business charge?
True vehicle cost per mile (often $0.55–0.90 for cars/vans) + driver time per mile + margin. Couriers commonly land at $1.50–3.00 per loaded mile depending on market and cargo.
What is the IRS mileage rate and is it my cost?
The IRS standard rate (~$0.67/mile in 2024) is a tax-deduction proxy, not your price. It approximates cost for an average car — your billing rate must sit well above your actual cost per mile.
Do empty (deadhead) miles change my rate?
Yes — if 30% of miles run empty, loaded miles must carry the whole cost. Divide total vehicle cost by loaded miles only when setting per-mile prices.
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