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Flatbed Trucking in Colorado Springs, CO

Market rates, top lanes, earnings estimates, and freight insights for flatbed owner-operators in Colorado Springs.

$3.25

Rate / Mile

$24,375

Est. Gross / Month

$15,844

Est. Net / Month

Mountain West

Market Region

About Flatbed Trucking

Flatbed trailers haul construction materials, steel, lumber, machinery, and oversized loads. Rates are typically higher than dry van due to tarping requirements, loading complexity, and specialized skills.

Flatbed Market in the Mountain West

Flatbed freight in the Mountain West is tied to mining operations, energy infrastructure, and construction in the region's booming cities. Colorado's growing renewable energy sector, Utah's mining industry, and Montana's timber operations generate consistent demand. Mountain terrain requires experienced drivers and well-maintained equipment. Seasonal restrictions on mountain passes can affect routing and scheduling.

Top Flatbed Lanes from Colorado Springs

1
Salt Lake City UT → Denver CO
2
Phoenix AZ → Las Vegas NV
3
Boise ID → Pocatello ID
4
Billings MT → Casper WY

Why Colorado Springs for Flatbed

Key Industries

  • Military and defense
  • Technology and cybersecurity
  • Tourism
  • Healthcare

Key Highways

I-25US-24US-85/87SH-21 (Powers Blvd)SH-115

Top Shippers

  • US Military (Fort Carson)
  • Lockheed Martin
  • Amazon
  • L3Harris Technologies

Distribution Centers Near Colorado Springs

Amazon COS2 fulfillment center
FedEx Ground hub
Walmart Neighborhood Market DC

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Flatbed Trucking in Colorado Springs — FAQ

The estimated flatbed rate in Colorado Springs is $3.25 per loaded mile. This reflects the Mountain West regional market, local demand, and seasonal conditions. Actual rates vary by lane, broker, and load specifics.
Based on current market estimates, a flatbed owner-operator based in Colorado Springs can expect approximately $24,375 gross monthly revenue and around $15,844 net after typical expenses (fuel, insurance, maintenance). Actual earnings depend on miles driven, load selection, and operating efficiency.
Top flatbed lanes from the Colorado Springs market include: Salt Lake City UT → Denver CO, Phoenix AZ → Las Vegas NV, Boise ID → Pocatello ID, Billings MT → Casper WY. These lanes reflect the Mountain West freight patterns and may vary by season.
Colorado Springs is located in the Mountain West freight region with key industries including military and defense, technology and cybersecurity, tourism. Access to I-25, US-24, US-85/87 provides strong connectivity. Rates are above the national average, making this a strong market.
Key highways for flatbed freight in Colorado Springs include I-25, US-24, US-85/87, SH-21 (Powers Blvd), SH-115. These corridors connect to major distribution centers and freight lanes across the Mountain West region.

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