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Complete dry van owner-operator guide for New Hampshire (NH) — estimated market rates, top freight lanes, key industries, and regulations affecting dry van carriers in the Northeast region.
Rate Per Mile
$2.87
+17.1% vs national avg
Est. Gross Monthly
$24,395
Est. Net Monthly
$15,857
After ~35% expenses
| Metric | New Hampshire | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rate/Mile | $2.87 | $2.45 | +17.1% |
| Fuel Tax | 22.2c/gal | ~32c/gal | Below avg |
| Freight Volume | low | 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 New Hampshire is located. Actual lane availability varies by season and market conditions.
New Hampshire's major shippers including BAE Systems (Nashua) and Amazon (Nashua) generate consistent dry van freight. The state's low freight volume and 6/10 owner-operator friendliness score make it a viable market for dry van carriers.
Manchester, NH
Key hub on I-93 corridor
Nashua, NH
Key hub on I-93 corridor
Concord, NH
Key hub on I-93 corridor
Portsmouth, NH
Key hub on I-93 corridor
Fuel tax in New Hampshire: 22.2 cents/gallon. No toll roads except small portion of I-95. Heavy snow; White Mountains treacherous.
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