Power Only Trucking in Killeen, TX

Market rates, top lanes, earnings estimates, and freight insights for power only owner-operators in Killeen.

$1.82

Rate / Mile

$18,200

Est. Gross / Month

$11,830

Est. Net / Month

South Central

Market Region

About Power Only Trucking

Power-only trucking provides the tractor to pull pre-loaded trailers — no trailer ownership needed. Popular for intermodal drayage, trailer pools, and carriers wanting lower equipment costs.

Power Only Market in the South Central

The South Central dry van market is anchored by Texas, the nation's largest freight-generating state. Dallas-Fort Worth's massive distribution infrastructure, Houston's port and petrochemical complex, and cross-border freight through Laredo create a freight-rich environment. The I-35 corridor from Laredo to Dallas is one of the highest-volume lanes in the country. Year-round operating conditions and growing population fuel consistent demand.

Top Power Only Lanes from Killeen

Dallas TX → Houston TX

San Antonio TX → Laredo TX

Oklahoma City OK → Little Rock AR

Houston TX → New Orleans LA

Why Killeen for Power Only

Key Industries

Military operations & logistics
Defense contracting
Healthcare
Retail
Education

Key Highways

US-190SH-195SH-201 (Stan Schlueter Loop)I-35 (25 miles east)US-190/SH-36

Top Shippers

US Army (Fort Cavazos)
DLA (Defense Logistics Agency)
BAE Systems
Lockheed Martin

Distribution Centers Near Killeen

DLA Distribution Center (Fort Cavazos)

Walmart DC #6016 (Temple, nearby)

HEB Distribution (Temple)

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Power Only Trucking in Killeen — FAQ

The estimated power only rate in Killeen is $1.82 per loaded mile. This reflects the South Central regional market, local demand, and seasonal conditions. Actual rates vary by lane, broker, and load specifics.

Based on current market estimates, a power only owner-operator based in Killeen can expect approximately $18,200 gross monthly revenue and around $11,830 net after typical expenses (fuel, insurance, maintenance). Actual earnings depend on miles driven, load selection, and operating efficiency.

Top power only lanes from the Killeen market include: Dallas TX → Houston TX, San Antonio TX → Laredo TX, Oklahoma City OK → Little Rock AR, Houston TX → New Orleans LA. These lanes reflect the South Central freight patterns and may vary by season.

Killeen is located in the South Central freight region with key industries including military operations & logistics, defense contracting, healthcare. Access to US-190, SH-195, SH-201 (Stan Schlueter Loop) provides strong connectivity. Rates are competitive with the national average.

Key highways for power only freight in Killeen include US-190, SH-195, SH-201 (Stan Schlueter Loop), I-35 (25 miles east), US-190/SH-36. These corridors connect to major distribution centers and freight lanes across the South Central region.