Yearly Fuel Cost Calculator
See what a year of driving actually costs — broken down by year, month, and week.
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Not sure? The average US driver logs about 13,500 miles a year.
National average as of — edit to match your local price.
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Yearly Fuel Cost, Explained
Your annual mileage divided by your vehicle's MPG gives the gallons you'll burn in a year; multiplying by the price per gallon gives the yearly total. That number is also broken into monthly and weekly figures, since a single annual total is hard to actually budget around.
This is a good one for comparing vehicles before you buy — run the same annual mileage through two different MPG ratings (a gas engine vs. a diesel, or two trims of the same car) to see which one actually costs less to fuel over a year, not just at the pump.
Like the trip calculator, the price per gallon starts at a recent national average. Edit it to your local price for a number that actually matches what you're paying.
FAQ
How is yearly fuel cost calculated?
Annual miles driven is divided by your vehicle's MPG to get gallons used per year, then multiplied by the price per gallon. That total is also divided by 12 and 52 for monthly and weekly figures.
How many miles does the average driver put on their car each year?
Around 13,500 miles a year is a commonly cited U.S. average, though it varies a lot by commute length and lifestyle. Check your odometer history if you want an exact figure.
Can I use this to compare buying a gas vs. diesel vehicle?
Yes — run the same annual mileage through both fuel types using each vehicle's actual MPG rating to see which works out cheaper for your driving.
Why show monthly and weekly costs too?
A single annual number is hard to budget around. Breaking it into monthly and weekly figures makes it easier to compare against other regular expenses.
Where does the default price per gallon come from?
It's set to a recent national average and is fully editable — pump prices vary significantly by region and change frequently, so enter your local price for an accurate estimate.
Does this account for maintenance or insurance costs?
No — this covers fuel cost only, based on annual mileage and fuel efficiency.
