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Reefer Trucking in Tyler, TX

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

$2.92

Rate / Mile

$26,280

Est. Gross / Month

$17,082

Est. Net / Month

South Central

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 South Central

South Central reefer freight benefits from cross-border produce imports through the Rio Grande Valley and steady protein loads from poultry and cattle operations across Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas. McAllen and Laredo are major origin points for Mexican produce bound for distribution centers nationwide. The region's warm climate means climate-controlled transport is essential for a wider range of products, extending the addressable market.

Top Reefer Lanes from Tyler

1
McAllen TX → Dallas TX
2
Houston TX → San Antonio TX
3
Laredo TX → Chicago IL
4
Little Rock AR → Memphis TN

Why Tyler for Reefer

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)

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Reefer Trucking in Tyler — FAQ

The estimated reefer rate in Tyler is $2.92 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 reefer owner-operator based in Tyler can expect approximately $26,280 gross monthly revenue and around $17,082 net after typical expenses (fuel, insurance, maintenance). Actual earnings depend on miles driven, load selection, and operating efficiency.
Top reefer lanes from the Tyler market include: McAllen TX → Dallas TX, Houston TX → San Antonio TX, Laredo TX → Chicago IL, Little Rock AR → Memphis TN. 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 above the national average, making this a strong market.
Key highways for reefer 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.

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