Earnings by Region
Where you run matters. Compare average monthly gross revenue across 5 US regions for every equipment type to find the most profitable lanes for your operation.
Regional Overview
Northeast
High freight density, congested roads, premium rates offset by tolls, fuel costs, and slower miles. Best for short-haul high-rate operators.
Southeast
Year-round produce (FL), manufacturing (SC, NC), and port freight (Savannah, Charleston). Lower cost of living means more take-home even at moderate rates.
Midwest
Manufacturing, agriculture, and distribution hub freight. Consistent volume from Chicago, Detroit, Indianapolis corridor. Harsh winters reduce capacity and boost rates.
West
Highest rates in the country driven by port freight (LA/Long Beach, Oakland), produce (Central Valley), and tech/consumer goods. Also highest fuel and operating costs.
Southwest
Oil and gas freight (TX, OK), cross-border traffic (Laredo, El Paso), and fast-growing metros (Dallas, Houston, Phoenix). Strong year-round demand.
Monthly Gross Revenue by Region & Equipment
| Equipment | Northeast | Southeast | Midwest | West | Southwest | Best Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 📦Dry Van | $17,500 | $15,800 | $16,200 | $17,800 | $16,500 | West |
| ❄️Reefer | $20,200 | $18,500 | $18,800 | $21,000 | $19,200 | West |
| 🔩Flatbed | $21,500 | $19,800 | $20,200 | $22,000 | $20,500 | West |
| 📐Step Deck | $22,800 | $20,500 | $21,200 | $23,500 | $21,800 | West |
| 🚛Power Only | $15,000 | $13,500 | $13,800 | $15,500 | $14,200 | West |
| ⚡Hotshot | $12,500 | $11,500 | $11,800 | $13,000 | $12,200 | West |
| 🚚Box Truck | $10,500 | $9,500 | $9,800 | $10,800 | $10,000 | West |
| 🚗Car Hauler | $22,500 | $20,800 | $21,200 | $23,500 | $21,800 | West |
| 🛢️Tanker | $20,000 | $18,200 | $18,800 | $20,500 | $19,200 | West |
| 🎪Conestoga | $23,800 | $21,500 | $22,000 | $24,200 | $22,500 | West |
| 👥Team Drivers | $33,500 | $30,500 | $31,200 | $34,500 | $32,000 | West |
| 🪪Company Driver | $5,800 | $5,200 | $5,400 | $6,000 | $5,500 | West |
| 📋Lease Operator | $16,200 | $14,800 | $15,200 | $16,800 | $15,500 | West |
| 🛣️OTR Trucking | $18,500 | $16,800 | $17,200 | $19,000 | $17,500 | West |
| 🗺️Regional Trucking | $16,800 | $14,800 | $15,500 | $17,200 | $15,800 | West |
| 🏙️Local Trucking | $13,200 | $11,500 | $11,800 | $13,800 | $12,200 | West |
| ☣️Hazmat Driver | $21,000 | $19,000 | $19,500 | $21,500 | $19,800 | West |
| 📦Amazon Relay | $15,500 | $14,200 | $14,500 | $15,800 | $14,800 | West |
| 🤝Freight Broker | $28,500 | $25,500 | $26,200 | $29,500 | $27,000 | West |
Monthly gross revenue averages. Highlighted values indicate the highest-paying region for each equipment type.
Top-Paying Lanes by Region
Northeast
📦 Dry Van
Newark NJ → Boston MA — $2.45/mi
❄️ Reefer
Hunts Point NY → Boston MA — $3.10/mi
🔩 Flatbed
Pittsburgh PA → Newark NJ — $3.20/mi
📐 Step Deck
Newark NJ → Pittsburgh PA — $3.35/mi
Southeast
📦 Dry Van
Atlanta GA → Charlotte NC — $2.15/mi
❄️ Reefer
Lakeland FL → Atlanta GA — $2.78/mi
🔩 Flatbed
Birmingham AL → Houston TX — $2.85/mi
📐 Step Deck
Charlotte NC → Miami FL — $3.00/mi
Midwest
📦 Dry Van
Chicago IL → Detroit MI — $2.08/mi
❄️ Reefer
Chicago IL → Minneapolis MN — $2.65/mi
🔩 Flatbed
Chicago IL → St. Louis MO — $2.90/mi
📐 Step Deck
Chicago IL → Kansas City MO — $3.05/mi
West
📦 Dry Van
Los Angeles CA → Phoenix AZ — $2.55/mi
❄️ Reefer
Salinas CA → Seattle WA — $3.15/mi
🔩 Flatbed
Portland OR → Sacramento CA — $3.25/mi
📐 Step Deck
Sacramento CA → Portland OR — $3.40/mi
Southwest
📦 Dry Van
Dallas TX → Houston TX — $2.20/mi
❄️ Reefer
San Antonio TX → Houston TX — $2.75/mi
🔩 Flatbed
Houston TX → Dallas TX — $2.80/mi
📐 Step Deck
Houston TX → San Antonio TX — $3.00/mi
Regional Cost Factors
| Cost Factor | Northeast | Southeast | Midwest | West | Southwest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (vs national avg) | +$0.25 | -$0.10 | -$0.15 | +$0.45 | Avg |
| Tolls | Very High | Low | Moderate | Moderate | Low |
| Parking Availability | Scarce | Good | Good | Scarce | Moderate |
| Average Speed (MPH) | 42 | 52 | 50 | 48 | 54 |
| Winter Impact | Severe | Minimal | Severe | Mountain passes | Minimal |