Deadhead miles for delivery drivers
72.5¢/mile
Can You Write Off Deadhead Miles for Delivery Drivers?
Short answer: Yes: miles driving to your first pickup and between orders are business once you're logged in and working; the drive home from the last order is usually allowed too.
Gig drivers deduct business costs on Schedule C, but if you use the standard mileage rate, gas, repairs, insurance, and depreciation are already included.
Records to keep: Keep receipts, 1099s or W-2s, a mileage log, and a note of the business purpose. W-2 employees should ask about employer reimbursement.
Deadhead miles for delivery drivers
72.5¢/mile
Remote Workers / Freelancers / Consultants
Yes: miles driving to your first pickup and between orders are business once you're logged in and working; the drive home from the last order is usually allowed too.
Business justification
Yes: miles driving to your first pickup and between orders are business once you're logged in and working; the drive home from the last order is usually allowed too. Gig drivers deduct business costs on Schedule C, but if you use the standard mileage rate, gas, repairs, insurance, and depreciation are already included.
Category
- Write-Offs by Job