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Complete step deck owner-operator guide for Iowa (IA) — estimated market rates, top freight lanes, key industries, and regulations affecting step deck carriers in the Midwest region.
Rate Per Mile
$3.24
+1.3% vs national avg
Est. Gross Monthly
$22,680
Est. Net Monthly
$14,742
After ~35% expenses
| Metric | Iowa | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rate/Mile | $3.24 | $3.20 | +1.3% |
| Fuel Tax | 30.0c/gal | ~32c/gal | Below avg |
| Freight Volume | moderate | moderate | - |
Step deck freight in the Midwest moves heavy agricultural equipment, industrial machinery, and oversize manufacturing components. Iowa, Illinois, and Indiana are major origins for farm equipment shipments. The region's strong manufacturing base in automotive and heavy industry creates year-round demand for over-height loads that need step deck clearance. Permit processes are generally straightforward across Midwest states.
Lanes are based on the Midwest region where Iowa is located. Actual lane availability varies by season and market conditions.
Iowa's major shippers including Tyson Foods and JBS (Marshalltown) generate consistent step deck freight. The state's moderate freight volume and 8/10 owner-operator friendliness score make it a strong market for step deck carriers.
Des Moines, IA
Key hub on I-80 corridor
Cedar Rapids, IA
Key hub on I-80 corridor
Davenport, IA
Key hub on I-80 corridor
Sioux City, IA
Key hub on I-80 corridor
Fuel tax in Iowa: 30.0 cents/gallon. No toll roads. Harsh winters; blizzards; I-80 closures; dangerous wind chill.
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