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Complete flatbed owner-operator guide for Arkansas (AR) — estimated market rates, top freight lanes, key industries, and regulations affecting flatbed carriers in the South Central region.
Rate Per Mile
$3.16
+5.3% vs national avg
Est. Gross Monthly
$23,700
Est. Net Monthly
$15,405
After ~35% expenses
| Metric | Arkansas | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rate/Mile | $3.16 | $3.00 | +5.3% |
| Fuel Tax | 24.8c/gal | ~32c/gal | Below avg |
| Freight Volume | high | moderate | - |
The South Central region is the epicenter of American flatbed freight, driven by the oil and gas industry in the Permian Basin, steel pipe manufacturing in Houston, and massive construction across Texas. Oilfield equipment moves between Midland-Odessa and Houston create some of the highest-paying flatbed lanes in the nation. The region's year-round construction season means flatbed demand rarely dips.
Lanes are based on the South Central region where Arkansas is located. Actual lane availability varies by season and market conditions.
Arkansas's major shippers including Walmart (Bentonville HQ + multiple DCs) and Tyson Foods (Springdale) generate consistent flatbed freight. The state's high freight volume and 8/10 owner-operator friendliness score make it a strong market for flatbed carriers.
Little Rock, AR
Key hub on I-40 corridor
Fort Smith, AR
Key hub on I-40 corridor
Bentonville, AR
Key hub on I-40 corridor
Jonesboro, AR
Key hub on I-40 corridor
Fuel tax in Arkansas: 24.8 cents/gallon. Minimal tolls; some turnpike sections. Ice storms are the main hazard; Ozark mountain roads get treacherous.
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