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How much can box truck owner-operators earn in Maine (ME)? Estimated rates, gross and net monthly income, cost of living impact, fuel costs, and top lanes in the Northeast region.
Rate Per Mile
$2.17
+17.3% vs national
Est. Gross Monthly
$13,020
+17.3% vs national
Est. Net Monthly
$7,251
After COL-adjusted expenses
| Metric | Maine | National Avg | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rate/Mile | $2.17 | $1.85 | +17.3% |
| Gross Monthly | $13,020 | $11,100 | +17.3% |
| Est. Net Monthly | $7,251 | $7,215 | +0.5% |
| Cost of Living | 107 (Above Average) | 100 (Baseline) | +7% |
| Fuel Tax | 30.0c/gal | ~32c/gal | Below avg |
Maine has a roughly average cost of living (index 107). Box Truck rates of $2.17/mile translate well to real purchasing power. Operating expenses are in line with national norms, making ME a balanced market for box truck owner-operators.
| Category | Est. Monthly | % of Gross |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel | $1,950 | 15.0% |
| Insurance | $521 | 4.0% |
| Truck Payment / Lease | $1,260 | 9.7% |
| Maintenance & Repairs | $521 | 4.0% |
| Tires | $300 | 2.3% |
| Permits & Licenses | $161 | 1.2% |
| Food & Living | $856 | 6.6% |
| Phone / Software | $200 | 1.5% |
| Total Expenses | $5,769 | 44.3% |
| Net Take-Home | $7,251 | 55.7% |
Expenses adjusted for Maine's cost of living index (107). Actual costs vary by individual circumstances.
Maine's fuel tax of 30.0 cents/gallon is below the national average (~32c), giving box truck carriers a fuel cost advantage. At 5-6 MPG, this saves approximately $30/month compared to higher-tax states. Combined with low freight volume, ME offers solid margin potential.
| State | Rate/Mile | Gross/Mo | Fuel Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maine (ME) | $2.17 | $13,020 | 30.0c |
| Connecticut (CT) | $2.14 | $12,840 | 25.0c |
| Delaware (DE) | $2.25 | $13,500 | 22.0c |
| Maryland (MD) | $2.42 | $14,520 | 27.1c |
| Massachusetts (MA) | $2.40 | $14,400 | 24.0c |
A good dispatch service can boost your per-mile rate by $0.15-$0.40 through better load negotiation, reduced deadhead, and detention pay recovery.