Anaheim, CA
Freight hub guide — rates, shippers, parking, and opportunities for owner-operators in Anaheim.
3,262
Carriers Based Here
Truck Parking
West Coast
Region
Who Operates Out of Anaheim
3,262 active motor carriers are registered with a physical address in Anaheim. Here is how that base breaks down by fleet size — useful for judging whether you would be competing against owner-operators or against fleets with dedicated freight locked up.
1,277
Owner-operators (1 truck)
405
Small fleets (2-5)
120
Mid fleets (6-20)
51
Large fleets (20+)
39% of carriers based here run a single truck, and 85 are registered to haul hazardous materials.
Source: FMCSA Motor Carrier Census (active carriers, US physical addresses), retrieved 2026-07-18.
Average Rates Per Mile
| Equipment Type | Rate / Mile |
|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.71 |
| Reefer | $3.17 |
| Flatbed | $3.35 |
Rates by Equipment Type
Key Highways
Top Industries
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Nearby Ports
Truck Stops
Challenges
- Orange Crush interchange creating severe congestion, Disneyland area traffic on peak tourism days, CARB compliance requirements, strict city noise ordinances near residential areas, and high Southern California fuel costs.
- California regulations (CARB, AB5) add compliance costs for carriers
- Severe congestion in LA, San Francisco, and Seattle metro areas
- Mountain passes require chain equipment in winter months
Opportunities
- Port-driven import freight creates consistent outbound load demand
- Produce freight runs nearly year-round from California's Central Valley
- Premium rates compensate for higher operating costs
- Tech sector growth fuels e-commerce distribution expansion
Seasonal Freight Patterns
California produce runs nearly year-round, with peak harvest June through October. Holiday retail surge is strong September through December. Wildfire season (July-October) can disrupt routes. Winter mountain pass closures affect I-80 and I-70 corridors.
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