Trucking in Idaho
Owner-operator guide for Idaho (ID) — rates, freight volume, regulations, top shippers, and everything you need to run profitable lanes through the Boise state.
Quick Stats
Freight Volume
moderateO-O Friendly
8/10
Fuel Tax
33.0 c/gal
Parking
moderateAverage Rates Per Mile
| Equipment | Rate/Mile |
|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.40 |
| Reefer | $2.75 |
| Flatbed | $3.00 |
Key Highways
I-84I-86I-15US-93US-95
These corridors connect Idaho's major freight cities: Boise, Idaho Falls, Pocatello, Twin Falls. Knowing these routes is essential for planning efficient loads in and out of the state.
Top Industries
1Agriculture (potatoes)
2Technology
3Lumber
4Food processing
5Mining
Top Shippers
Simplot (Boise)
Micron Technology
Lamb Weston
Potlatch Deltic
Chobani (Twin Falls)
Trucking Regulations
- 105,500 lbs GVW on certain routes
- Ag exemptions for harvest season
- Chain requirements on mountain passes
- Oversize permits through ITD
Toll Roads & Winter Conditions
Toll Information
No toll roads
Winter Conditions
Heavy mountain snow; I-84 gets icy; Lolo Pass chains required
Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking in Idaho
In Idaho, dry van rates average $2.40/mile, reefer rates average $2.75/mile, and flatbed rates average $3.00/mile. Actual rates vary by lane, season, and load specifics.
Idaho scores 8/10 on our owner-operator friendliness scale. The state has moderate freight volume with moderate truck parking availability. Key industries driving freight include Agriculture (potatoes), Technology, Lumber.
Key trucking regulations in Idaho include: 105,500 lbs GVW on certain routes. Ag exemptions for harvest season. Chain requirements on mountain passes. Oversize permits through ITD. The state fuel tax rate is 33.0 cents per gallon.
The major freight highways in Idaho are I-84, I-86, I-15, US-93, US-95. These corridors connect the state's key freight cities: Boise, Idaho Falls, Pocatello, Twin Falls. No toll roads.