Dry Van Trucking in Albuquerque, NM

Market rates, top lanes, earnings estimates, and freight insights for dry van owner-operators in Albuquerque.

$2.65

Rate / Mile

$22,525

Est. Gross / Month

$14,641

Est. Net / Month

South Central

Market Region

About Dry Van Trucking

Dry van is the most common trailer type in the US, hauling general freight, consumer goods, and packaged products. High availability means competitive rates, but consistent volume keeps utilization strong.

Dry Van Market in the South Central

The South Central dry van market is anchored by Texas, the nation's largest freight-generating state. Dallas-Fort Worth's massive distribution infrastructure, Houston's port and petrochemical complex, and cross-border freight through Laredo create a freight-rich environment. The I-35 corridor from Laredo to Dallas is one of the highest-volume lanes in the country. Year-round operating conditions and growing population fuel consistent demand.

Top Dry Van Lanes from Albuquerque

Dallas TX → Houston TX

San Antonio TX → Laredo TX

Oklahoma City OK → Little Rock AR

Houston TX → New Orleans LA

Why Albuquerque for Dry Van

Key Industries

National labs & research (Sandia, Los Alamos)
Military (Kirtland AFB)
Semiconductor & electronics
Film & television production
Solar energy

Key Highways

I-40I-25NM-556 (Paseo del Norte)NM-423 (Paseo del Volcan)US-66 (Central Ave)NM-47

Top Shippers

Intel (Rio Rancho)
Sandia/Los Alamos Labs
White Sands
Amazon ABQ1

Distribution Centers Near Albuquerque

Amazon ABQ1 (Albuquerque)

Walmart DC #6034 (Los Lunas)

FedEx Ground (Albuquerque)

Shamrock Foods DC (Albuquerque)

Smith's/Kroger DC (Albuquerque)

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Dry Van Trucking in Albuquerque — FAQ

The estimated dry van rate in Albuquerque is $2.65 per loaded mile. This reflects the South Central regional market, local demand, and seasonal conditions. Actual rates vary by lane, broker, and load specifics.

Based on current market estimates, a dry van owner-operator based in Albuquerque can expect approximately $22,525 gross monthly revenue and around $14,641 net after typical expenses (fuel, insurance, maintenance). Actual earnings depend on miles driven, load selection, and operating efficiency.

Top dry van lanes from the Albuquerque market include: Dallas TX → Houston TX, San Antonio TX → Laredo TX, Oklahoma City OK → Little Rock AR, Houston TX → New Orleans LA. These lanes reflect the South Central freight patterns and may vary by season.

Albuquerque is located in the South Central freight region with key industries including national labs & research (sandia, los alamos), military (kirtland afb), semiconductor & electronics. Access to I-40, I-25, NM-556 (Paseo del Norte) provides strong connectivity. Rates are above the national average, making this a strong market.

Key highways for dry van freight in Albuquerque include I-40, I-25, NM-556 (Paseo del Norte), NM-423 (Paseo del Volcan), US-66 (Central Ave), NM-47. These corridors connect to major distribution centers and freight lanes across the South Central region.