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Reefer Trucking in Troy, NY

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

$3.28

Rate / Mile

$29,520

Est. Gross / Month

$19,188

Est. Net / Month

Northeast

Market Region

About Reefer Trucking

Refrigerated trailers transport temperature-sensitive freight including produce, frozen foods, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals. Reefer carriers earn premium rates due to equipment costs and strict cold chain compliance.

Reefer Market in the Northeast

Temperature-controlled freight in the Northeast revolves around the massive foodservice industry feeding cities from Boston to Washington DC. Hunts Point Market in the Bronx alone processes 4.5 billion pounds of produce annually. Seasonal demand spikes hard during holidays, and winter weather creates premium surge rates. Reefer carriers who can handle tight urban deliveries and maintain cold chain compliance earn top dollar in this corridor.

Top Reefer Lanes from Troy

1
Newark NJ → Portland ME
2
Philadelphia PA → Boston MA
3
Baltimore MD → Providence RI
4
Hunts Point NY → Hartford CT

Why Troy for Reefer

Key Industries

  • Automotive engineering and R&D
  • Corporate headquarters
  • Financial services
  • Technology and IT
  • Professional services

Key Highways

I-75M-59 (Big Beaver Road)Crooks RoadRochester RoadMaple RoadCoolidge Highway

Top Shippers

  • Magna International
  • Continental AG
  • Cummins Meritor
  • Kelly Services

Distribution Centers Near Troy

Cummins Meritor distribution (Troy)
Continental aftermarket DC
UPS Store distribution hub
Federal-Mogul parts center (nearby)

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Reefer Trucking in Troy — FAQ

The estimated reefer rate in Troy is $3.28 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 reefer owner-operator based in Troy can expect approximately $29,520 gross monthly revenue and around $19,188 net after typical expenses (fuel, insurance, maintenance). Actual earnings depend on miles driven, load selection, and operating efficiency.
Top reefer lanes from the Troy market include: Newark NJ → Portland ME, Philadelphia PA → Boston MA, Baltimore MD → Providence RI, Hunts Point NY → Hartford CT. These lanes reflect the Northeast freight patterns and may vary by season.
Troy is located in the Northeast freight region with key industries including automotive engineering and r&d, corporate headquarters, financial services. Access to I-75, M-59 (Big Beaver Road), Crooks Road provides strong connectivity. Rates are above the national average, making this a strong market.
Key highways for reefer freight in Troy include I-75, M-59 (Big Beaver Road), Crooks Road, Rochester Road, Maple Road, Coolidge Highway. These corridors connect to major distribution centers and freight lanes across the Northeast region.

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