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Uber / Lyft Driver Tax Deductions 2026
Every deduction the IRS allows for your profession. Tracking these expenses could save you between $3,000 and $8,000 this year.
Vehicle Expenses
Standard mileage rate
variable$0.67/mile for ALL business miles
OR actual expenses method:
variableGas & fuel
monthlyBusiness use % only
Car insurance
annualBusiness use % only
Car maintenance & repairs
variableBusiness use % only
Car depreciation (Section 179)
annualDriver Supplies
Phone mount, charger, USB cables
$50 / yr100% Deductible
Car cleaning supplies / detailing
$200 / yr100% Deductible
Water & snacks for passengers
$300 / yr100% Deductible
Phone data plan (business %)
monthly80% Deductible
Dash cam
$80 / mo100% Deductible
Business Expenses
Uber / Lyft service fees
variable100% Deductible
Already reflected in 1099-K
Health insurance (self-employed)
monthly100% Deductible
Parking fees (during rides)
variable100% Deductible