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🛣 Mileage Calculator

Break down your trip miles — total, loaded, empty, and deadhead percentage.

Optional: break down loaded vs. empty
Miles driven with a load
Miles driven without a load

Why Deadhead Percentage Matters

  • Deadhead miles eat into your per-mile rate. Know your true cost before accepting a load.
  • Most carriers expect some deadhead — 10–15% is typical. Above 20% cuts deep into pay.
  • When calculating pay per mile, use total miles (loaded + empty), not just loaded miles.
  • Some brokers offer partial deadhead pay. Always ask before hauling empty.