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Intermodal Trucking in Yuma, AZ

Market rates, top lanes, earnings estimates, and freight insights for intermodal owner-operators in Yuma.

$2.26

Rate / Mile

$19,210

Est. Gross / Month

$12,487

Est. Net / Month

Mountain West

Market Region

About Intermodal Trucking

Intermodal drayage involves hauling containers between rail yards, ports, and distribution centers. Short-haul but high-frequency work, concentrated around major rail hubs and port cities.

Intermodal Market in the Mountain West

Mountain West dry van operations face unique challenges from long distances between freight hubs and high deadhead percentages. Denver and Salt Lake City are the primary load origins, with Phoenix adding significant volume in the south. Carriers who can secure round-trip freight between these hubs perform well, but one-way loads into rural areas often require repositioning. The I-70 and I-80 corridors are critical arteries.

Top Intermodal Lanes from Yuma

1
Denver CO → Salt Lake City UT
2
Phoenix AZ → Albuquerque NM
3
Boise ID → Salt Lake City UT
4
Las Vegas NV → Denver CO

Why Yuma for Intermodal

Key Industries

  • Agriculture (winter vegetables)
  • Military
  • Cross-border trade
  • Solar energy

Key Highways

I-8US-95SH-195Avenue 3E (produce corridor)

Top Shippers

  • Dole Fresh Vegetables
  • Fresh Express
  • Tanimura & Antle
  • US Army (Yuma Proving Ground)

Distribution Centers Near Yuma

Dole distribution center
Fresh Express logistics
Walmart DC (nearby)

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Intermodal Trucking in Yuma — FAQ

The estimated intermodal rate in Yuma is $2.26 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 intermodal owner-operator based in Yuma can expect approximately $19,210 gross monthly revenue and around $12,487 net after typical expenses (fuel, insurance, maintenance). Actual earnings depend on miles driven, load selection, and operating efficiency.
Top intermodal lanes from the Yuma market include: Denver CO → Salt Lake City UT, Phoenix AZ → Albuquerque NM, Boise ID → Salt Lake City UT, Las Vegas NV → Denver CO. These lanes reflect the Mountain West freight patterns and may vary by season.
Yuma is located in the Mountain West freight region with key industries including agriculture (winter vegetables), military, cross-border trade. Access to I-8, US-95, SH-195 provides strong connectivity. Rates are competitive with the national average.
Key highways for intermodal freight in Yuma include I-8, US-95, SH-195, Avenue 3E (produce corridor). These corridors connect to major distribution centers and freight lanes across the Mountain West region.

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