Los Angeles, CA
Freight hub guide — rates, shippers, parking, and opportunities for owner-operators in Los Angeles.
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Freight Rank
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Carriers Based Here
Truck Parking
West Coast
Region
Who Operates Out of Los Angeles
1 active motor carriers are registered with a physical address in Los Angeles. 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.
0
Owner-operators (1 truck)
0
Small fleets (2-5)
0
Mid fleets (6-20)
0
Large fleets (20+)
0% of carriers based here run a single truck.
Source: FMCSA Motor Carrier Census (active carriers, US physical addresses), retrieved 2026-07-18.
Average Rates Per Mile
| Equipment Type | Rate / Mile |
|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.55 |
| Reefer | $3.00 |
| Flatbed | $3.25 |
Rates by Equipment Type
Key Highways
Top Industries
Major Distribution Centers
Top Shippers
Nearby Ports
Truck Stops
Challenges
- Worst truck parking shortage in the US — Inland Empire is critically underserved
- CARB emissions regulations require 2010+ model year engines
- Port congestion causes unpredictable container pickup wait times
- Traffic on I-710 and I-5 routinely adds hours to transit
- AB5 independent contractor law affects owner-operator status
Opportunities
- Ports of LA and Long Beach handle 40% of all US imports — drayage demand is enormous
- Outbound freight from Inland Empire warehouses is virtually unlimited
- Premium rates for reefer loads carrying California produce nationwide
- Container chassis rental opportunities near port terminals
Seasonal Freight Patterns
Import surge begins in July and peaks October-November for holiday retail. California produce (lettuce, strawberries, almonds) ships year-round with peaks in spring and summer. Port congestion typically worst in Q4. January-February sees seasonal slowdown.
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