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Tanker Trucking in Camden, NJ

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

$3.65

Rate / Mile

$27,375

Est. Gross / Month

$17,794

Est. Net / Month

Northeast

Market Region

About Tanker Trucking

Tanker trucks transport liquid cargo including petroleum products, chemicals, food-grade liquids, and water. Hazmat endorsement is typically required. Limited carrier pool supports strong rates.

Tanker Market in the Northeast

The Northeast tanker market is anchored by petroleum distribution from refineries in Linden NJ, Marcus Hook PA, and the Baltimore area. Heating oil demand surges during winter months, creating seasonal rate spikes of 15-25%. Chemical transport from industrial facilities along the Delaware River adds year-round baseload. Hazmat endorsement and tanker experience requirements limit the carrier pool, supporting strong rates.

Top Tanker Lanes from Camden

1
Linden NJ → Philadelphia PA
2
Baltimore MD → Newark NJ
3
Albany NY → Boston MA
4
Marcus Hook PA → New York NY

Why Camden for Tanker

Key Industries

  • Food manufacturing
  • Port operations
  • Healthcare (Cooper University)
  • Nuclear technology
  • Waterfront redevelopment

Key Highways

I-676I-76US-130NJ-168US-30

Top Shippers

  • Campbell Soup Company
  • South Jersey Port Corporation
  • Subaru of America (nearby Cherry Hill)
  • Holtec International

Distribution Centers Near Camden

Campbell Soup DC Camden
Amazon ACY1 West Deptford (nearby)
Sysco Philadelphia DC

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Tanker Trucking in Camden — FAQ

The estimated tanker rate in Camden is $3.65 per loaded mile. This reflects the Northeast regional market, local demand, and seasonal conditions. Actual rates vary by lane, broker, and load specifics.
Based on current market estimates, a tanker owner-operator based in Camden can expect approximately $27,375 gross monthly revenue and around $17,794 net after typical expenses (fuel, insurance, maintenance). Actual earnings depend on miles driven, load selection, and operating efficiency.
Top tanker lanes from the Camden market include: Linden NJ → Philadelphia PA, Baltimore MD → Newark NJ, Albany NY → Boston MA, Marcus Hook PA → New York NY. These lanes reflect the Northeast freight patterns and may vary by season.
Camden is located in the Northeast freight region with key industries including food manufacturing, port operations, healthcare (cooper university). Access to I-676, I-76, US-130 provides strong connectivity. Rates are above the national average, making this a strong market.
Key highways for tanker freight in Camden include I-676, I-76, US-130, NJ-168, US-30. These corridors connect to major distribution centers and freight lanes across the Northeast region.

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