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Complete box truck owner-operator guide for Mississippi (MS) — estimated market rates, top freight lanes, key industries, and regulations affecting box truck carriers in the Southeast region.
Rate Per Mile
$1.87
+1.1% vs national avg
Est. Gross Monthly
$11,220
Est. Net Monthly
$7,293
After ~35% expenses
| Metric | Mississippi | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rate/Mile | $1.87 | $1.85 | +1.1% |
| Fuel Tax | 18.4c/gal | ~32c/gal | Below avg |
| Freight Volume | moderate | moderate | - |
Box truck freight in the Southeast benefits from rapid population growth driving e-commerce and retail distribution expansion. Atlanta, Charlotte, and Nashville are major hubs with constant last-mile demand. The region's lower cost of living translates to better net margins for operators compared to other high-volume markets. New distribution centers are opening quarterly across the I-85 corridor.
Lanes are based on the Southeast region where Mississippi is located. Actual lane availability varies by season and market conditions.
Mississippi's major shippers including Nissan (Canton) and Toyota (Blue Springs) generate consistent box truck freight. The state's moderate freight volume and 8/10 owner-operator friendliness score make it a strong market for box truck carriers.
Jackson, MS
Key hub on I-55 corridor
Gulfport, MS
Key hub on I-55 corridor
Hattiesburg, MS
Key hub on I-55 corridor
Tupelo, MS
Key hub on I-55 corridor
Fuel tax in Mississippi: 18.4 cents/gallon. No toll roads. Mild winters; hurricane season on Gulf Coast; spring flooding.
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