Overland Park, KS
Freight hub guide — rates, shippers, parking, and opportunities for owner-operators in Overland Park.
Metro area
Population
Fair
Truck Parking
Midwest
Region
Average Rates Per Mile
| Equipment Type | Rate / Mile |
|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.44 |
| Reefer | $2.81 |
| Flatbed | $3.02 |
Rates by Equipment Type
Key Highways
I-435I-35US-69US-56K-10
Top Industries
Technology/Telecom
Engineering/Construction
Healthcare
Financial Services
Major Distribution Centers
Amazon MCI1 (nearby)
USPS Priority Mail facility
Top Shippers
T
T-Mobile (Sprint)B
Black & VeatchN
Netsmart TechnologiesY
YRC Worldwide (nearby)Nearby Ports
Nearest major port accessible via I-435
Truck Stops
QuikTrip (I-35 at 119th Street)
Phillips 66 (US-69)
Challenges
- Strict truck route enforcement in residential areas with significant fines.
- I-435 rush hour congestion.
- Suburban office park deliveries require advance scheduling and often lack adequate truck turnaround space.
Opportunities
- Central location provides access to loads heading in every direction
- Massive intermodal and rail hub infrastructure in Chicago area
- Strong agricultural freight during harvest season
- Lower cost of living and operating costs improve net margins
Seasonal Freight Patterns
Harvest season (August-November) generates enormous grain and produce volume. Holiday retail peaks September through December. Winter weather (November-March) causes delays but also rate spikes. Spring flooding can disrupt river-adjacent routes.
Trucking in Overland Park — FAQ
Average rates per mile out of Overland Park: Dry Van $2.44, Reefer $2.81, Flatbed $3.02. Rates vary by season, lane, and current market conditions.
Truck parking in Overland Park is rated "fair." Popular stops include QuikTrip (I-35 at 119th Street), Phillips 66 (US-69). Parking is manageable but can get tight during peak hours and weekends.
Top shippers operating in the Overland Park freight market include T-Mobile (Sprint), Black & Veatch, Netsmart Technologies, YRC Worldwide (nearby). Key industries driving freight demand are technology/telecom, engineering/construction, healthcare.
The biggest challenges for truckers in Overland Park include: Strict truck route enforcement in residential areas with significant fines.; I-435 rush hour congestion.; Suburban office park deliveries require advance scheduling and often lack adequate truck turnaround space.. However, opportunities include central location provides access to loads heading in every direction.