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Dry Van Trucking in Modesto, CA

Market rates, top lanes, earnings estimates, and freight insights for dry van owner-operators in Modesto.

$2.65

Rate / Mile

$22,525

Est. Gross / Month

$14,641

Est. Net / Month

West Coast

Market Region

About Dry Van Trucking

Dry van is the most common trailer type in the US, hauling general freight, consumer goods, and packaged products. High availability means competitive rates, but consistent volume keeps utilization strong.

Dry Van Market in the West Coast

West Coast dry van rates are bolstered by port-driven import freight from Los Angeles, Long Beach, Oakland, and Seattle-Tacoma. The sheer volume of containerized imports creates consistent outbound demand, especially eastbound loads. Rates tend to be higher than the national average due to operating costs and the imbalance between inbound (import) and outbound freight. California's regulatory environment adds compliance costs but also limits competition.

Top Dry Van Lanes from Modesto

1
Los Angeles CA → Phoenix AZ
2
Seattle WA → Portland OR
3
Oakland CA → Reno NV
4
Fresno CA → Los Angeles CA

Why Modesto for Dry Van

Key Industries

  • Wine production
  • Food processing & canning
  • Dairy farming
  • Poultry processing
  • Agriculture (almonds, walnuts)

Key Highways

CA-99CA-132CA-108I-5 (20 miles west)Briggsmore AvenueMcHenry Avenue

Top Shippers

  • E & J Gallo Winery
  • Del Monte Foods
  • Foster Farms (poultry)
  • Senomyx

Distribution Centers Near Modesto

Gallo Wine distribution complex
Del Monte Foods distribution
Amazon MOD (Modesto area)
Sysco Central California

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Dry Van Trucking in Modesto — FAQ

The estimated dry van rate in Modesto is $2.65 per loaded mile. This reflects the West Coast regional market, local demand, and seasonal conditions. Actual rates vary by lane, broker, and load specifics.
Based on current market estimates, a dry van owner-operator based in Modesto can expect approximately $22,525 gross monthly revenue and around $14,641 net after typical expenses (fuel, insurance, maintenance). Actual earnings depend on miles driven, load selection, and operating efficiency.
Top dry van lanes from the Modesto market include: Los Angeles CA → Phoenix AZ, Seattle WA → Portland OR, Oakland CA → Reno NV, Fresno CA → Los Angeles CA. These lanes reflect the West Coast freight patterns and may vary by season.
Modesto is located in the West Coast freight region with key industries including wine production, food processing & canning, dairy farming. Access to CA-99, CA-132, CA-108 provides strong connectivity. Rates are above the national average, making this a strong market.
Key highways for dry van freight in Modesto include CA-99, CA-132, CA-108, I-5 (20 miles west), Briggsmore Avenue, McHenry Avenue. These corridors connect to major distribution centers and freight lanes across the West Coast region.

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