Transportation Cost Calculator
Compare transportation modes and optimize commute costs
Budget & Commute
Transportation Expenses
Car Costs
Transportation Cost Analysis
Monthly Cost
$$820
All transportation expenses
Cost per Mile
$$2.05
400 mi/month
Budget Status
-$$100
Over budget
Expense Breakdown
Fuel$$150/mo
Insurance$$120/mo
Maintenance$$100/mo
Car Payment$$350/mo
Parking$$50/mo
Rideshare$$50/mo
Annual Total: $$9840
Mode Comparison
Car Only
$$820/mo
High
Public Transit
$$160/mo
Medium
Bike Only
$$10/mo
Low
Mixed
$$328/mo
Medium
Potential Savings
Switching to public transit could save $$660/month
Transportation Tips
- 💡 Over budget by $${Math.abs(budgetVariance).toFixed(0)} - evaluate transportation options
Note: Transportation should be 5-10% of income. Car ownership costs $8,000-12,000/year including depreciation. Public transit costs 10-20% of car expenses. Consider proximity to work when choosing housing. Remote work eliminates commute costs. Carpooling and bike commuting offer savings.