The Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) has developed a Step Calculator to encourage residents to participate in walking during Walktober and throughout the year. The tool allows participants to track their steps and walking distances, while also providing MDOT with anonymous information about where and how far Marylanders are walking. Step tracking can be used to to motivate individuals, families, and communities to walk more often by showing them their progress and celebrating the benefits of active transportation.By analyzing this information, MDOT can better understand walking trends, identify opportunities for safer and more accessible pedestrian infrastructure, and strengthen efforts to create healthier, more connected communities for all Marylanders.
Disclaimer: your data will be used to anonymously calculate where and how much you are walking.
Please enter your walk information and click "Calculate Distance" to see your results.
How We Calculate Steps to Miles
Our application converts steps and miles using a standard rate of 2,000 steps per mile.
1. Steps to Miles
Divide the submitted step count by 2,000 to calculate miles.
Total Steps ÷ 2,000 = Total Distance in Miles
2. Miles to Steps
Multiply the submitted mile count by 2,000 to calculate total steps.
Total Miles × 2,000 = Total Steps
This standard conversion keeps every submission consistent across the campaign.
*Miles-to-steps results are rounded to the nearest whole step.