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Flatbed Trucking in Aurora, CO

Market rates, top lanes, earnings estimates, and freight insights for flatbed owner-operators in Aurora.

$3.31

Rate / Mile

$24,825

Est. Gross / Month

$16,136

Est. Net / Month

Mountain West

Market Region

About Flatbed Trucking

Flatbed trailers haul construction materials, steel, lumber, machinery, and oversized loads. Rates are typically higher than dry van due to tarping requirements, loading complexity, and specialized skills.

Flatbed Market in the Mountain West

Flatbed freight in the Mountain West is tied to mining operations, energy infrastructure, and construction in the region's booming cities. Colorado's growing renewable energy sector, Utah's mining industry, and Montana's timber operations generate consistent demand. Mountain terrain requires experienced drivers and well-maintained equipment. Seasonal restrictions on mountain passes can affect routing and scheduling.

Top Flatbed Lanes from Aurora

1
Salt Lake City UT → Denver CO
2
Phoenix AZ → Las Vegas NV
3
Boise ID → Pocatello ID
4
Billings MT → Casper WY

Why Aurora for Flatbed

Key Industries

  • Air cargo logistics
  • Military
  • Healthcare
  • E-commerce fulfillment

Key Highways

I-225I-70E-470US-40 (Colfax Ave)US-83 (Parker Road)

Top Shippers

  • Amazon
  • FedEx
  • UPS
  • Buckley Space Force Base

Distribution Centers Near Aurora

Amazon DEN2 and DEN3
FedEx Ground hub
UPS distribution center

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Flatbed Trucking in Aurora — FAQ

The estimated flatbed rate in Aurora is $3.31 per loaded mile. This reflects the Mountain West regional market, local demand, and seasonal conditions. Actual rates vary by lane, broker, and load specifics.
Based on current market estimates, a flatbed owner-operator based in Aurora can expect approximately $24,825 gross monthly revenue and around $16,136 net after typical expenses (fuel, insurance, maintenance). Actual earnings depend on miles driven, load selection, and operating efficiency.
Top flatbed lanes from the Aurora market include: Salt Lake City UT → Denver CO, Phoenix AZ → Las Vegas NV, Boise ID → Pocatello ID, Billings MT → Casper WY. These lanes reflect the Mountain West freight patterns and may vary by season.
Aurora is located in the Mountain West freight region with key industries including air cargo logistics, military, healthcare. Access to I-225, I-70, E-470 provides strong connectivity. Rates are above the national average, making this a strong market.
Key highways for flatbed freight in Aurora include I-225, I-70, E-470, US-40 (Colfax Ave), US-83 (Parker Road). These corridors connect to major distribution centers and freight lanes across the Mountain West region.

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