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Dry Van Dispatch Services

Maximize Your Dry Van Revenue

Why Choose Our Dry Van Dispatch

Dry van is the backbone of American freight, accounting for roughly 70% of all truckload shipments. Our dispatch team specializes in matching dry van owner-operators with high-paying loads across every major corridor, handling rate negotiations and detention billing so you can focus on driving. We leverage our shipper relationships to reduce deadhead miles and keep your trailer loaded.

$2.20-$3.10/mile

Rate Per Mile

$18,000-$24,000

Monthly Revenue

Key Benefits

  • Access to dedicated contract lanes paying $0.15-0.40 above spot rates
  • Detention and layover billing handled — average $75/hr recovery rate
  • Multi-stop load optimization to maximize revenue per trip
  • Real-time rate monitoring across DAT, Truckstop, and direct shipper boards
  • Paperwork management including lumper receipts, BOLs, and PODs
  • 24/7 dispatch support with average response time under 3 minutes

Required Certifications

  • ✓Standard MC authority
  • ✓FMCSA safety rating
  • ✓BOC-3 filing
  • ✓Cargo insurance ($100K minimum)

Dry Van Market Rates by Region

Northeast

$3.28/mi

Gross Monthly: $27,880

Net Monthly: $18,122

Southeast

$2.54/mi

Gross Monthly: $21,590

Net Monthly: $14,034

Midwest

$2.70/mi

Gross Monthly: $22,950

Net Monthly: $14,918

South Central

$2.78/mi

Gross Monthly: $23,630

Net Monthly: $15,360

Mountain West

$2.78/mi

Gross Monthly: $23,630

Net Monthly: $15,360

West Coast

$3.12/mi

Gross Monthly: $26,520

Net Monthly: $17,238

Typical Dry Van Loads We Book

Consumer packaged goods
Retail merchandise and e-commerce
Auto parts and components
Paper and packaging products
Household goods and furniture
Beverage distribution
Building materials (boxed/palletized)

Dry Van Challenges We Solve

1

High competition from mega-carriers depressing spot rates on popular lanes

2

Detention time averaging 2.5 hours per load eating into productivity

3

Seasonal rate volatility — Q1 dips of 10-15% below annual averages

4

Driver coercion at shippers and receivers creating compliance pressure

5

Rising toll costs on Northeast and Texas corridors cutting margins

Dry Van Dispatch by State

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South Central

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Mountain West

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West Coast

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Other Equipment Types We Dispatch

Reefer

$2.60-$3.60/mile

Flatbed

$2.80-$3.80/mile

Step Deck

$3.00-$4.10/mile

Hotshot

$1.80-$2.80/mile

Box Truck

$1.50-$2.40/mile

Car Hauler

$0.90-$1.60/vehicle-mile

Tanker

$3.00-$4.20/mile

Power Only

$1.50-$2.30/mile

Intermodal

$1.80-$2.70/mile

Dry Van Dispatch FAQ

Our dry van operators average $18,000-$24,000 in gross monthly revenue, with per-mile rates ranging from $2.20-$3.10/mile. Actual earnings depend on your lanes, hours of service, and whether you run dedicated or spot market. Our dispatch team focuses on maximizing your loaded miles and minimizing deadhead.
Our dispatch fee of 5-8% covers everything: load booking across direct shippers and load boards, rate negotiation, paperwork handling (BOLs, rate confirmations, PODs), detention and accessorial billing, 24/7 support, and load planning. There are no hidden charges — the fee only applies to loads we book for you.
To run dry van freight through our dispatch, you'll need: Standard MC authority, FMCSA safety rating, BOC-3 filing, Cargo insurance ($100K minimum). If you're missing any of these, our onboarding team can guide you through the process.
We book a wide range of dry van freight including Consumer packaged goods, Retail merchandise and e-commerce, Auto parts and components, Paper and packaging products, and more. Our team matches loads to your equipment specs, preferred lanes, and earning goals.
Our dispatch team proactively addresses the biggest dry van challenges: High competition from mega-carriers depressing spot rates on popular lanes. Detention time averaging 2.5 hours per load eating into productivity. Seasonal rate volatility — Q1 dips of 10-15% below annual averages. We've built processes and shipper relationships specifically to mitigate these issues for our operators.

Get a Free Dispatch Consultation

Tell us about your operation and we'll create a custom dispatch plan.

No commitment required. We'll review your information and reach out with a personalized dispatch plan.