Real Estate
New Home Commute Cost Calculator
A 30-min one-way commute adds up: gas, depreciation, AND ~250 hours/year of your life. Quantify it before signing.
Annual commute cost
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- Gas cost
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- Wear & tear (IRS 67¢)
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- Time cost
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FAQ
Why IRS 67 cents? +
2025/2026 IRS mileage rate — accounts for fuel + maintenance + depreciation + insurance. Real cost is similar.
Worth living closer? +
If commute costs $15k/yr and a closer house costs $50k more, break-even is 3.3 years. Often worth it.