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Complete dry van owner-operator guide for Utah (UT) — estimated market rates, top freight lanes, key industries, and regulations affecting dry van carriers in the Mountain West region.
Rate Per Mile
$2.76
+12.7% vs national avg
Est. Gross Monthly
$23,460
Est. Net Monthly
$15,249
After ~35% expenses
| Metric | Utah | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rate/Mile | $2.76 | $2.45 | +12.7% |
| Fuel Tax | 31.9c/gal | ~32c/gal | Below avg |
| Freight Volume | moderate | moderate | - |
Mountain West dry van operations face unique challenges from long distances between freight hubs and high deadhead percentages. Denver and Salt Lake City are the primary load origins, with Phoenix adding significant volume in the south. Carriers who can secure round-trip freight between these hubs perform well, but one-way loads into rural areas often require repositioning. The I-70 and I-80 corridors are critical arteries.
Lanes are based on the Mountain West region where Utah is located. Actual lane availability varies by season and market conditions.
Utah's major shippers including Amazon SLC1-SLC3 and Rio Tinto (copper) generate consistent dry van freight. The state's moderate freight volume and 7/10 owner-operator friendliness score make it a strong market for dry van carriers.
Salt Lake City, UT
Key hub on I-15 corridor
Provo, UT
Key hub on I-15 corridor
Ogden, UT
Key hub on I-15 corridor
St. George, UT
Key hub on I-15 corridor
Logan, UT
Key hub on I-15 corridor
Fuel tax in Utah: 31.9 cents/gallon. No toll roads. Mountain snow heavy; I-80 chains required; I-70 remote and dangerous.
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