Concord, NH
Freight hub guide — rates, shippers, parking, and opportunities for owner-operators in Concord.
Regional hub
Population
Fair
Truck Parking
Northeast
Region
Average Rates Per Mile
| Equipment Type | Rate / Mile |
|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.88 |
| Reefer | $3.29 |
| Flatbed | $3.47 |
Rates by Equipment Type
Key Highways
I-93I-89I-393US-3US-4NH-9
Top Industries
State Government
Healthcare
Insurance/Finance
Retail Distribution
Major Distribution Centers
NHSP/State distribution warehouse
Hannaford supermarket DC (nearby)
Top Shippers
S
State of New HampshireC
Concord HospitalU
Unitil EnergyN
New Hampshire Electric Co-opNearby Ports
Nearest major port accessible via I-93
Truck Stops
Irving (I-93 at Exit 15W)
Shell (US-3 at Loudon Road)
Challenges
- I-93/I-89 merge creates congestion.
- Winter weather is severe with significant snowfall.
- Northern NH deliveries via I-93 involve mountain grades.
- Limited truck services north of Concord.
Opportunities
- Highest population density in the US creates constant consumer freight demand
- Port-driven import freight from major East Coast ports
- Short-haul distances allow multiple loads per day
- Premium rates for carriers who can navigate tight urban deliveries
Seasonal Freight Patterns
Produce season runs May through October. Holiday retail surge peaks September through December. Winter nor'easters (December-March) cause significant delays and rate spikes. Spring construction season brings flatbed demand from April onward.
Trucking in Concord — FAQ
Average rates per mile out of Concord: Dry Van $2.88, Reefer $3.29, Flatbed $3.47. Rates vary by season, lane, and current market conditions.
Truck parking in Concord is rated "fair." Popular stops include Irving (I-93 at Exit 15W), Shell (US-3 at Loudon Road). Parking is manageable but can get tight during peak hours and weekends.
Top shippers operating in the Concord freight market include State of New Hampshire, Concord Hospital, Unitil Energy, New Hampshire Electric Co-op. Key industries driving freight demand are state government, healthcare, insurance/finance.
The biggest challenges for truckers in Concord include: I-93/I-89 merge creates congestion.; Winter weather is severe with significant snowfall.; Northern NH deliveries via I-93 involve mountain grades.. However, opportunities include highest population density in the us creates constant consumer freight demand.