Standard mileage rates can be used to calculate the deductible costs of using your automobile for business, charity, medical, or moving expenses. The standard mileage rate is used in lieu of tracking and calculating the actual costs of using your vehicle for these purposes.

 

For 2011, the standard mileage rates were as follows:

From January 1^st to June 30^th:

From July 1^st to December 31^st:

For 2012, the standard mileage rates are as follows: