Trucking Companies in Iowa

Directory of 11,840+ registered carriers in Iowa (IA). Browse top companies by fleet size, specialties, and DOT number.

Trucking in Iowa

Iowa is a critical state for agricultural freight, producing more corn, soybeans, pork, and eggs than nearly any other state. Major carriers like CRST, Heartland Express, and Ruan are headquartered here. The I-80 corridor connects Council Bluffs (Omaha metro) to the Quad Cities and beyond. Reefer and tanker demand are particularly strong due to meat processing (Tyson, JBS) and ethanol production. Wind energy components moving on flatbed have become a growing freight segment.

Top Trucking Companies in Iowa

CRST International

DOT Number: 240788
City: Cedar Rapids, IA
Fleet Size: 4,500+
Specialties: Dry VanExpeditedDedicated

Heartland Express

DOT Number: 292583
City: North Liberty, IA
Fleet Size: 4,200+
Specialties: Dry VanDedicated

TMC Transportation

DOT Number: 256423
City: Des Moines, IA
Fleet Size: 3,600+
Specialties: FlatbedSpecialized

Anderson Trucking Service

DOT Number: 134567
City: Des Moines, IA
Fleet Size: 1,200+
Specialties: FlatbedHeavy HaulSpecialized

Ruan Transportation

DOT Number: 164213
City: Des Moines, IA
Fleet Size: 3,200+
Specialties: DedicatedDry VanReefer

K&B Transportation

DOT Number: 543216
City: South Holland, IA
Fleet Size: 1,000+
Specialties: ReeferDry Van

Decker Truck Line

DOT Number: 267891
City: Fort Dodge, IA
Fleet Size: 1,200+
Specialties: Dry VanReefer

Casey's General Stores Fleet

DOT Number: 876234
City: Ankeny, IA
Fleet Size: 600+
Specialties: ReeferDedicated

Iowa Motor Freight

DOT Number: 2789123
City: Dubuque, IA
Fleet Size: 200+
Specialties: LTLDry Van

Hirschbach Motor Lines

DOT Number: 124789
City: Dubuque, IA
Fleet Size: 2,800+
Specialties: ReeferDry Van

Iowa Trucking Industry Stats

Average Pay Per Mile

$2.35

Top Equipment Types

ReeferDry VanFlatbedTanker

Major Freight Hubs

Des Moines
Cedar Rapids
Davenport
Sioux City

Key Industries

Agriculture/grain
Meat processing
Ethanol production
Wind energy manufacturing

Iowa Trucking Regulations

Iowa is a generally trucker-friendly state with standard federal regulations. The state allows 80,000 lbs on interstates and has a grandfathered allowance for twin 28.5-foot trailers on certain routes. Spring weight restrictions apply on many rural roads from March through May. Iowa does not require state vehicle inspections for trucks.

Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking Companies in Iowa

Iowa has approximately 11,840 registered motor carriers. This includes everything from large national fleets to single-truck owner-operators. The state's top carriers include CRST International, Heartland Express, TMC Transportation.

The largest carriers operating in Iowa include CRST International, Heartland Express, TMC Transportation. These companies cover specialties including Reefer, Dry Van, Flatbed, Tanker. Fleet sizes range from local operations with under 100 trucks to national carriers with thousands of units.

The most common equipment types in Iowa are Reefer, Dry Van, Flatbed, Tanker. Key industries driving freight demand include Agriculture/grain, Meat processing, Ethanol production, Wind energy manufacturing. The average pay per mile in the state is approximately $2.35.

The major freight hubs in Iowa are Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Davenport, Sioux City. These cities serve as primary distribution and logistics centers, connecting carriers to key shipping lanes and customer bases across the state.