Quincy, MA
Freight hub guide — rates, shippers, parking, and opportunities for owner-operators in Quincy.
Regional hub
Population
Fair
Truck Parking
Northeast
Region
Average Rates Per Mile
| Equipment Type | Rate / Mile |
|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.87 |
| Reefer | $3.29 |
| Flatbed | $3.47 |
Rates by Equipment Type
Key Highways
I-93MA-3MA-3AMA-53
Top Industries
Shipbuilding/Defense
Healthcare
Insurance
Retail
Major Distribution Centers
Stop & Shop DC (nearby Assonet)
Home Depot DC (nearby)
Top Shippers
G
General Dynamics (NASSCO)S
South Shore HospitalS
Stop & ShopB
Blue Cross Blue ShieldNearby Ports
Nearest major port accessible via I-93
Truck Stops
Shell (I-93 at MA-3 Braintree)
Gulf (Route 53)
Challenges
- Braintree Split where I-93 meets MA-3 is one of the worst bottlenecks south of Boston.
- Fore River Bridge openings halt traffic.
- Very limited truck parking throughout the city.
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 Quincy — FAQ
Average rates per mile out of Quincy: Dry Van $2.87, Reefer $3.29, Flatbed $3.47. Rates vary by season, lane, and current market conditions.
Truck parking in Quincy is rated "fair." Popular stops include Shell (I-93 at MA-3 Braintree), Gulf (Route 53). Parking is manageable but can get tight during peak hours and weekends.
Top shippers operating in the Quincy freight market include General Dynamics (NASSCO), South Shore Hospital, Stop & Shop, Blue Cross Blue Shield. Key industries driving freight demand are shipbuilding/defense, healthcare, insurance.
The biggest challenges for truckers in Quincy include: Braintree Split where I-93 meets MA-3 is one of the worst bottlenecks south of Boston.; Fore River Bridge openings halt traffic.; Very limited truck parking throughout the city.. However, opportunities include highest population density in the us creates constant consumer freight demand.