Trucking in Missouri
Owner-operator guide for Missouri (MO) — rates, freight volume, regulations, top shippers, and everything you need to run profitable lanes through the Jefferson City state.
Quick Stats
Freight Volume
very highO-O Friendly
8/10
Fuel Tax
17.0 c/gal
Parking
moderateAverage Rates Per Mile
| Equipment | Rate/Mile |
|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.35 |
| Reefer | $2.65 |
| Flatbed | $2.85 |
Key Highways
I-70I-44I-55I-49I-35I-29
These corridors connect Missouri's major freight cities: Kansas City, St. Louis, Springfield, Columbia, Joplin. Knowing these routes is essential for planning efficient loads in and out of the state.
Top Industries
1Agriculture
2Automotive
3Beer brewing
4Logistics
5Healthcare
Top Shippers
Ford (Claycomo)
GM (Wentzville)
Anheuser-Busch
Amazon MCI2-MCI5
Bass Pro Shops
Cargill
Trucking Regulations
- Lowest fuel tax in the country
- KC and STL are major crossroads
- I-70 construction seems permanent
- KC and STL separate freight markets
Toll Roads & Winter Conditions
Toll Information
No toll roads
Winter Conditions
Ice storms main hazard; tornadoes spring-summer; river flooding
Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking in Missouri
In Missouri, dry van rates average $2.35/mile, reefer rates average $2.65/mile, and flatbed rates average $2.85/mile. Actual rates vary by lane, season, and load specifics.
Missouri scores 8/10 on our owner-operator friendliness scale. The state has very high freight volume with moderate truck parking availability. Key industries driving freight include Agriculture, Automotive, Beer brewing.
Key trucking regulations in Missouri include: Lowest fuel tax in the country. KC and STL are major crossroads. I-70 construction seems permanent. KC and STL separate freight markets. The state fuel tax rate is 17.0 cents per gallon.
The major freight highways in Missouri are I-70, I-44, I-55, I-49, I-35, I-29. These corridors connect the state's key freight cities: Kansas City, St. Louis, Springfield, Columbia, Joplin. No toll roads.