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Complete intermodal owner-operator guide for Wyoming (WY) — estimated market rates, top freight lanes, key industries, and regulations affecting intermodal carriers in the Mountain West region.
Rate Per Mile
$2.17
+3.3% vs national avg
Est. Gross Monthly
$18,445
Est. Net Monthly
$11,989
After ~35% expenses
| Metric | Wyoming | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rate/Mile | $2.17 | $2.10 | +3.3% |
| Fuel Tax | 24.0c/gal | ~32c/gal | Below avg |
| Freight Volume | low | 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 Wyoming is located. Actual lane availability varies by season and market conditions.
Wyoming's major shippers including Oil field operations and Coal mines generate consistent intermodal freight. The state's low freight volume and 8/10 owner-operator friendliness score make it a strong market for intermodal carriers.
Cheyenne, WY
Key hub on I-80 corridor
Casper, WY
Key hub on I-80 corridor
Laramie, WY
Key hub on I-80 corridor
Rock Springs, WY
Key hub on I-80 corridor
Fuel tax in Wyoming: 24.0 cents/gallon. No toll roads. Extreme wind — I-80 closures for high winds are regular; blizzards.
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