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Gig Worker Tax Deductions 2025

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Gig workers can deduct mileage at 72.5¢/mile, phone bill, home office, equipment, and health insurance. The QBI deduction (up to 20% of net income) and 50% SE tax deduction are automatic — no itemizing needed.
Last updated: May 2026 · By Ethan Blake · Tax Compliance Specialist
✅ KEY TAKEAWAYS
  • IRS mileage rate is 72.5¢/mile in 2026 — the single biggest deduction for delivery and rideshare drivers
  • 50% of SE tax is automatically deductible above-the-line — reduces federal taxable income
  • QBI deduction allows up to 20% of net income to be deducted — most gig workers qualify
  • Health insurance premiums are 100% deductible if you are self-employed and not covered by an employer plan
  • HSA contributions up to $4,300 (single) in 2026 reduce taxable income dollar-for-dollar
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GIGWISETAX — DEDUCTIONS CHECKLIST 2025
All 20 Deductions — check what applies to you
Mileage Deduction
Avg $3,500/yr
$0.725 per business mile (2026 IRS rate)
Vehicle
Car Insurance (business %)
Avg $400/yr
Deduct the % of time used for work
Vehicle
Home Office
Up to $1,500/yr
$5 per sq ft, up to 300 sq ft = $1,500 max
Home
Internet Bill (business %)
Avg $600/yr
Deduct 50-80% if used for work
Home
Phone Bill (business %)
Avg $720/yr
Deduct 50-80% of monthly bill
Tech
Equipment & Gear
Avg $800/yr
Laptop, camera, phone — 100% deductible (Section 179)
Tech
Apps & Software
Avg $300/yr
Mileage tracker, accounting software, subscriptions
Tech
Business Bank Fees
Avg $200/yr
Monthly fees, wire transfers, payment processing
Business
Professional Services
Avg $500/yr
CPA, lawyer, tax prep fees
Business
Business Meals (50%)
Avg $400/yr
Client meetings, business discussions
Business
Marketing & Advertising
Avg $600/yr
Website, ads, business cards
Business
Health Insurance Premium
Avg $3,000/yr
100% deductible if self-employed and not eligible for employer plan
Health
HSA Contributions
Up to $4,150/yr
Up to $4,150 single / $8,300 family (2025)
Health
SEP-IRA Contributions
Up to $69,000/yr
Up to 25% of net income, max $69,000 (2025)
Retirement
Solo 401(k)
Up to $69,000/yr
Up to $69,000 total contributions (2025)
Retirement
Business Education
Avg $300/yr
Courses, books, webinars related to your work
Education
Industry Memberships
Avg $200/yr
Professional associations, trade publications
Education
SE Tax Deduction (50%)
Avg $2,000/yr
Deduct half of self-employment tax from income — automatic
Tax
QBI Deduction (20%)
Avg $3,000/yr
Qualified Business Income — up to 20% of net income
Tax
State & Local Taxes (SALT)
Up to $40,000/yr
Up to $40,000 deduction (2025 rule)
Tax
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Written & reviewed by
Ethan Blake
Tax Compliance Specialist · Since 2017

Helped 5,000+ freelancers navigate IRS rules. Specializes in gig economy and 1099 taxation.

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