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Complete dry van owner-operator guide for Massachusetts (MA) — estimated market rates, top freight lanes, key industries, and regulations affecting dry van carriers in the Northeast region.
Rate Per Mile
$3.10
+26.5% vs national avg
Est. Gross Monthly
$26,350
Est. Net Monthly
$17,128
After ~35% expenses
| Metric | Massachusetts | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rate/Mile | $3.10 | $2.45 | +26.5% |
| Fuel Tax | 24.0c/gal | ~32c/gal | Below avg |
| Freight Volume | moderate | moderate | - |
The Northeast dry van market benefits from high-density consumer demand along the I-95 corridor. Port-driven import freight from Newark and Baltimore keeps capacity tight, especially during peak retail seasons. Tolls on the NJ Turnpike and I-95 cut into margins, but shorter average haul distances mean more loads per week. Owner-operators who master the congestion patterns and delivery windows can consistently outperform national averages.
Lanes are based on the Northeast region where Massachusetts is located. Actual lane availability varies by season and market conditions.
Massachusetts's major shippers including Amazon BOS7 and Raytheon generate consistent dry van freight. The state's moderate freight volume and 4/10 owner-operator friendliness score make it a challenging but workable market for dry van carriers.
Boston, MA
Key hub on I-90 corridor
Worcester, MA
Key hub on I-90 corridor
Springfield, MA
Key hub on I-90 corridor
New Bedford, MA
Key hub on I-90 corridor
Fuel tax in Massachusetts: 24.0 cents/gallon. Mass Pike (I-90) tolls; tunnel tolls Boston. Heavy snow; noreasters; Boston streets nightmare for trucks.
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