Caldwell, ID
Freight hub guide — rates, shippers, parking, and opportunities for owner-operators in Caldwell.
Regional hub
Population
Fair
Truck Parking
Mountain West
Region
Average Rates Per Mile
| Equipment Type | Rate / Mile |
|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.61 |
| Reefer | $3.00 |
| Flatbed | $3.29 |
Rates by Equipment Type
Key Highways
I-84US-20/26SH-55
Top Industries
Agriculture
Food processing
Wine production
Education
Major Distribution Centers
Agricultural co-op warehouses
Produce cold storage facilities
Top Shippers
S
Symms Fruit RanchT
Treasure Valley Seed CompanyC
College of IdahoNearby Ports
Nearest major port accessible via I-84
Truck Stops
TA Travel Center (I-84 Exit 26)
Stinker Stores (I-84 Exit 25)
Challenges
- Seasonal agricultural freight peaks overwhelm local infrastructure.
- Farm equipment sharing highways with trucks.
- Winter fog and ice in valley.
- Limited truck services compared to larger Treasure Valley cities.
Opportunities
- Elevated rates compensate for longer distances and deadhead risk
- Growing population centers (Denver, Phoenix, Salt Lake City) drive demand
- Energy sector creates premium-rate specialized freight opportunities
- Less carrier competition than coastal and Midwest markets
Seasonal Freight Patterns
Ski resort supply season runs October through March. Construction peaks April through October. Mining and energy freight is relatively steady year-round. Winter mountain pass closures can create significant delays and rate spikes.
Trucking in Caldwell — FAQ
Average rates per mile out of Caldwell: Dry Van $2.61, Reefer $3.00, Flatbed $3.29. Rates vary by season, lane, and current market conditions.
Truck parking in Caldwell is rated "fair." Popular stops include TA Travel Center (I-84 Exit 26), Stinker Stores (I-84 Exit 25). Parking is manageable but can get tight during peak hours and weekends.
Top shippers operating in the Caldwell freight market include Symms Fruit Ranch, Treasure Valley Seed Company, College of Idaho. Key industries driving freight demand are agriculture, food processing, wine production.
The biggest challenges for truckers in Caldwell include: Seasonal agricultural freight peaks overwhelm local infrastructure.; Farm equipment sharing highways with trucks.; Winter fog and ice in valley.. However, opportunities include elevated rates compensate for longer distances and deadhead risk.