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Trucking Companies in Mississippi

Directory of 12,617+ registered carriers in Mississippi (MS). Browse top companies by fleet size, specialties, and DOT number.

Trucking in Mississippi

Mississippi offers low operating costs and trucker-friendly regulations, making it attractive for carriers despite lower freight volumes compared to neighboring states. Automotive manufacturing by Nissan (Canton) and Toyota (Blue Springs) has modernized the freight profile. Poultry processing (Sanderson Farms, Tyson) drives reefer demand. The I-20, I-55, and I-59 corridors connect the state to major markets. The Port of Gulfport handles growing container volumes. No toll roads and affordable fuel make Mississippi cost-effective for operations.

Top Trucking Companies in Mississippi

1

Covenant Transport

City
Ridgeland, MS
Fleet Size
5,800+
Specialties
Dry VanReeferDedicated
2

Werner Enterprises

City
Jackson, MS
Fleet Size
8,000+
Specialties
Dry VanReeferFlatbed
3

Nissan Private Fleet

City
Canton, MS
Fleet Size
500+
Specialties
FlatbedDedicated
4

Toyota Private Fleet

City
Blue Springs, MS
Fleet Size
400+
Specialties
FlatbedDedicated
5

Sanderson Farms Fleet

City
Laurel, MS
Fleet Size
600+
Specialties
ReeferDedicated
6

Delta Trucking

City
Greenville, MS
Fleet Size
200+
Specialties
Dry VanHopper
7

Magnolia State Transport

City
Meridian, MS
Fleet Size
180+
Specialties
LTLDry Van
8

Gulf South Carriers

City
Gulfport, MS
Fleet Size
250+
Specialties
ContainerDry Van
9

Ingalls Shipbuilding Fleet

City
Pascagoula, MS
Fleet Size
300+
Specialties
FlatbedHeavy HaulSpecialized
10

Southeastern Freight Lines

City
Jackson, MS
Fleet Size
3,600+
Specialties
LTLDry Van

Mississippi Trucking Industry Stats

Average Pay Per Mile

$2.35

Top Equipment Types

Dry VanReeferFlatbed

Major Freight Hubs

  • Jackson
  • Gulfport
  • Meridian
  • Hattiesburg

Key Industries

  • Automotive manufacturing
  • Poultry processing
  • Agriculture
  • Shipbuilding

Mississippi Trucking Regulations

Mississippi follows standard federal trucking regulations and allows 80,000 lbs GVW on interstates. The state has no toll roads. Oversize permits are available through MDOT. Hurricane preparedness requirements apply for coastal routes during storm season. No state vehicle inspection program.

Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking Companies in Mississippi

Mississippi has approximately 12,617 registered motor carriers. This includes everything from large national fleets to single-truck owner-operators. The state's top carriers include Covenant Transport, Werner Enterprises, Nissan Private Fleet.
The largest carriers operating in Mississippi include Covenant Transport, Werner Enterprises, Nissan Private Fleet. These companies cover specialties including Dry Van, Reefer, Flatbed. Fleet sizes range from local operations with under 100 trucks to national carriers with thousands of units.
The most common equipment types in Mississippi are Dry Van, Reefer, Flatbed. Key industries driving freight demand include Automotive manufacturing, Poultry processing, Agriculture, Shipbuilding. The average pay per mile in the state is approximately $2.35.
The major freight hubs in Mississippi are Jackson, Gulfport, Meridian, Hattiesburg. These cities serve as primary distribution and logistics centers, connecting carriers to key shipping lanes and customer bases across the state.
Mississippi follows standard federal trucking regulations and allows 80,000 lbs GVW on interstates. The state has no toll roads. Oversize permits are available through MDOT. Hurricane preparedness requirements apply for coastal routes during storm season. No state vehicle inspection program.