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Complete flatbed owner-operator guide for North Dakota (ND) — estimated market rates, top freight lanes, key industries, and regulations affecting flatbed carriers in the Midwest region.
Rate Per Mile
$3.03
+1.0% vs national avg
Est. Gross Monthly
$22,725
Est. Net Monthly
$14,771
After ~35% expenses
| Metric | North Dakota | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rate/Mile | $3.03 | $3.00 | +1.0% |
| Fuel Tax | 23.0c/gal | ~32c/gal | Below avg |
| Freight Volume | moderate | moderate | - |
The Midwest flatbed market is driven by steel production (Indiana, Ohio), agricultural equipment, and construction materials. Detroit's automotive supply chain generates consistent loads of raw materials and components. Seasonal patterns follow construction cycles, with peak demand from March through October. The flat terrain and grid-like highway system allow efficient routing with fewer weather-related restrictions than mountain regions.
Lanes are based on the Midwest region where North Dakota is located. Actual lane availability varies by season and market conditions.
North Dakota's major shippers including Bakken oil field and Cargill (Fargo) generate consistent flatbed freight. The state's moderate freight volume and 7/10 owner-operator friendliness score make it a strong market for flatbed carriers.
Fargo, ND
Key hub on I-94 corridor
Bismarck, ND
Key hub on I-94 corridor
Grand Forks, ND
Key hub on I-94 corridor
Minot, ND
Key hub on I-94 corridor
Fuel tax in North Dakota: 23.0 cents/gallon. No toll roads. Extreme cold (-40F possible); blizzards; I-94 closures.
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