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Complete dry van owner-operator guide for Tennessee (TN) — estimated market rates, top freight lanes, key industries, and regulations affecting dry van carriers in the Southeast region.
Rate Per Mile
$2.48
+1.2% vs national avg
Est. Gross Monthly
$21,080
Est. Net Monthly
$13,702
After ~35% expenses
| Metric | Tennessee | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rate/Mile | $2.48 | $2.45 | +1.2% |
| Fuel Tax | 26.4c/gal | ~32c/gal | Below avg |
| Freight Volume | very high | 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 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 dry van freight. The state's very high freight volume and 8/10 owner-operator friendliness score make it a strong market for dry van 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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