DRIVER COST CALCULATOR
REAL COST OF GIG MILES

What Does Using Your Own Car for Gig Work Really Cost?

High-mileage driving can accelerate depreciation, maintenance, repairs and tire wear. AAA identifies depreciation as one of the largest costs of vehicle ownership, which is why the true cost of putting gig miles on your personal car can be much higher than fuel alone. Use this calculator to estimate what those miles may be costing your vehicle.

miles
0 2,500 miles
$ / mile
Example assumption only. Actual depreciation varies by vehicle age, mileage, condition and market value.
$ / mile
Adjustable estimate for mileage-related wear and maintenance.
$ / week
Optional. Only include costs that would actually change when using a rental.
$ / week
Example comparison only. Final GigKeys pricing may differ.
YOUR ESTIMATE

Weekly Cost Comparison

Depreciation from gig miles 1,000 miles × $0.18
$180
Maintenance, repairs & tires 1,000 miles × $0.11
$110
Other avoided costs
$0
Estimated weekly wear On your personal vehicle
$290
Example GigKeys rate Weekly vehicle rental
$400
ESTIMATED ADDITIONAL WEEKLY COST $110

After accounting for estimated wear on your personal vehicle, the difference between the two options is approximately $110 per week.

Estimated break-even mileage 1,379 miles/week

At approximately this mileage, the estimated vehicle wear entered above equals the example weekly rental rate.

Annual gig miles 52,000
Estimated annual vehicle wear $15,080
Why isn't fuel included?

You generally purchase fuel whether you use your own vehicle or a rental. This comparison focuses on costs that may be transferred away from your personal vehicle.

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Estimates are for educational and comparison purposes only. Actual depreciation, maintenance, repairs, tire costs and vehicle values vary. This calculator does not guarantee savings or financial results. GigKeys pricing, vehicle availability and eligibility requirements remain subject to change.