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Complete power only owner-operator guide for Mississippi (MS) — estimated market rates, top freight lanes, key industries, and regulations affecting power only carriers in the Southeast region.
Rate Per Mile
$1.72
+1.2% vs national avg
Est. Gross Monthly
$17,200
Est. Net Monthly
$11,180
After ~35% expenses
| Metric | Mississippi | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rate/Mile | $1.72 | $1.70 | +1.2% |
| Fuel Tax | 18.4c/gal | ~32c/gal | Below avg |
| Freight Volume | moderate | moderate | - |
The Southeast is one of the nation's strongest dry van markets, fueled by Atlanta's role as a distribution hub and Florida's massive consumer base. Savannah and Charleston ports generate steady import freight, while automotive manufacturing in Tennessee, Alabama, and South Carolina adds reliable contract lanes. Deadhead rates are generally favorable thanks to high freight density along the I-75 and I-85 corridors.
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 power only freight. The state's moderate freight volume and 8/10 owner-operator friendliness score make it a strong market for power only 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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