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Complete flatbed owner-operator guide for Minnesota (MN) — estimated market rates, top freight lanes, key industries, and regulations affecting flatbed carriers in the Midwest region.
Rate Per Mile
$3.23
+7.7% vs national avg
Est. Gross Monthly
$24,225
Est. Net Monthly
$15,746
After ~35% expenses
| Metric | Minnesota | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rate/Mile | $3.23 | $3.00 | +7.7% |
| Fuel Tax | 28.5c/gal | ~32c/gal | Below avg |
| Freight Volume | moderate | moderate | - |
The Midwest flatbed market is driven by steel production (Indiana, Ohio), agricultural equipment, and construction materials. Detroit's automotive supply chain generates consistent loads of raw materials and components. Seasonal patterns follow construction cycles, with peak demand from March through October. The flat terrain and grid-like highway system allow efficient routing with fewer weather-related restrictions than mountain regions.
Lanes are based on the Midwest region where Minnesota is located. Actual lane availability varies by season and market conditions.
Minnesota's major shippers including Target (multiple DCs) and 3M generate consistent flatbed freight. The state's moderate freight volume and 7/10 owner-operator friendliness score make it a strong market for flatbed carriers.
Minneapolis, MN
Key hub on I-94 corridor
St. Paul, MN
Key hub on I-94 corridor
Duluth, MN
Key hub on I-94 corridor
Rochester, MN
Key hub on I-94 corridor
Fuel tax in Minnesota: 28.5 cents/gallon. No toll roads. Extreme cold (-30F possible); blizzards; I-35 closures.
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