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Complete box truck owner-operator guide for Tennessee (TN) — estimated market rates, top freight lanes, key industries, and regulations affecting box truck carriers in the Southeast region.
Rate Per Mile
$1.88
+1.6% vs national avg
Est. Gross Monthly
$11,280
Est. Net Monthly
$7,332
After ~35% expenses
| Metric | Tennessee | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rate/Mile | $1.88 | $1.85 | +1.6% |
| Fuel Tax | 26.4c/gal | ~32c/gal | Below avg |
| Freight Volume | very high | 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 Tennessee is located. Actual lane availability varies by season and market conditions.
Tennessee's major shippers including Nissan (Smyrna) and GM (Spring Hill) generate consistent box truck freight. The state's very high freight volume and 8/10 owner-operator friendliness score make it a strong market for box truck carriers.
Nashville, TN
Key hub on I-40 corridor
Memphis, TN
Key hub on I-40 corridor
Knoxville, TN
Key hub on I-40 corridor
Chattanooga, TN
Key hub on I-40 corridor
Clarksville, TN
Key hub on I-40 corridor
Fuel tax in Tennessee: 26.4 cents/gallon. No toll roads. Mild; occasional ice storms; Smoky Mountain fog; spring tornadoes.
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