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Commute Cost Calculator

Before you take a job, see what it costs to get there. Figure your gas spend per week, month, and year, and how much of your pay the drive eats up. Free, no sign-up.

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Estimates gas cost only. Wear and tear adds a little more. Want your take-home pay? Try the paycheck calculator.

Gas per month
$147.27
Miles per week150
Gas per week$19.43
Gas per year$1,010
Share of your pay3.0%

Why it pays to run the numbers

A job that pays a little more but sits far away doesn't always leave more money in your pocket. Gas is a real cost that comes out of your pay every week. Seeing that cost as a number helps you compare two offers fairly and decide with a clear head.

A good rule: set a limit for how much you're willing to spend getting to work, then use this calculator to check every offer against it. And remember, with six offices across the region, 1st Choice Personnel often has assignments close to home, which keeps your commute cost down.

Commute FAQ

Common questions

How do I calculate the cost of driving to work?
Multiply your round-trip miles by the number of days you work per week to get weekly miles. Divide that by your vehicle's miles per gallon to get gallons used, then multiply by the price of gas. This tool does it for you instantly.
Is a job that pays more but is farther away worth it?
Compare the extra pay to the extra gas cost. If a job pays $1 more an hour, that's about $40 more a week at 40 hours; if the longer drive costs you $25 more in gas, you still come out ahead. Use the calculator to see the real cost before you decide.
Does this include wear and tear on my car?
No. This calculator estimates gas cost only, which is the biggest and easiest cost to figure. Wear and tear, tires, and maintenance add more, so your true cost to drive is a little higher than the gas number shown.
Does 1st Choice Personnel have jobs near me?
We have six offices across Shreveport, LA and East Texas, so many assignments are close to home. Browse openings by city and pick the one that works best for you. Placement is always free and you're paid weekly.

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