Box Truck Trucking in Tyler, TX

Market rates, top lanes, earnings estimates, and freight insights for box truck owner-operators in Tyler.

$1.91

Rate / Mile

$11,460

Est. Gross / Month

$7,449

Est. Net / Month

South Central

Market Region

About Box Truck Trucking

Box trucks handle last-mile delivery, LTL distribution, and residential/commercial moves. Shorter routes but higher frequency — experienced operators can complete 4-8 stops per day in metro areas.

Box Truck Market in the South Central

Box truck operations in the South Central region benefit from the rapid population growth across Texas metro areas. DFW, Houston, San Antonio, and Austin all generate strong last-mile delivery demand. The region's relatively low regulatory burden and year-round operating conditions make it one of the most profitable box truck markets. Cross-border LTL freight through Laredo adds a unique revenue stream.

Top Box Truck Lanes from Tyler

Dallas TX → Fort Worth TX

Houston TX → Galveston TX

San Antonio TX → Austin TX

Oklahoma City OK → Norman OK

Why Tyler for Box Truck

Key Industries

Grocery distribution
HVAC manufacturing
Healthcare
Oil & gas (legacy East Texas field)
Rose horticulture

Key Highways

US-69SH-31SH-64Loop 323US-271I-20 (25 miles north via US-69)

Top Shippers

Brookshire Grocery Company
Trane Technologies
East Texas Medical Center
UT Health East Texas

Distribution Centers Near Tyler

Brookshire Grocery Company DC (Tyler)

Trane Technologies shipping center

Dollar General DC (nearby)

Need Box Truck Dispatch in Tyler?

Compare top dispatch services for box truck carriers operating in the Tyler, TX market. Find the right partner for your lanes and equipment.

Compare Dispatch Services

Box Truck Trucking in Tyler — FAQ

The estimated box truck rate in Tyler is $1.91 per loaded mile. This reflects the South Central regional market, local demand, and seasonal conditions. Actual rates vary by lane, broker, and load specifics.

Based on current market estimates, a box truck owner-operator based in Tyler can expect approximately $11,460 gross monthly revenue and around $7,449 net after typical expenses (fuel, insurance, maintenance). Actual earnings depend on miles driven, load selection, and operating efficiency.

Top box truck lanes from the Tyler market include: Dallas TX → Fort Worth TX, Houston TX → Galveston TX, San Antonio TX → Austin TX, Oklahoma City OK → Norman OK. These lanes reflect the South Central freight patterns and may vary by season.

Tyler is located in the South Central freight region with key industries including grocery distribution, hvac manufacturing, healthcare. Access to US-69, SH-31, SH-64 provides strong connectivity. Rates are competitive with the national average.

Key highways for box truck freight in Tyler include US-69, SH-31, SH-64, Loop 323, US-271, I-20 (25 miles north via US-69). These corridors connect to major distribution centers and freight lanes across the South Central region.