07/23/2026
The IRS announced a rare midyear increase in the standard mileage rates for the second half of 2026 due to rising fuel costs. The revised rates apply to travel on or after July 1, 2026.
Purpose Jan. 1–June 30, 2026 July 1–Dec. 31, 2026
Business 72.5¢/mile 76¢/mile
Medical 20.5¢/mile 23.5¢/mile
Charitable 14¢/mile 14¢/mile (unchanged)
The IRS published the change in Announcement 2026-11 and the Internal Revenue Bulletin on July 13, 2026.