Trucking Break-Even Calculator

Find out exactly how many loads you need to cover your costs and start making profit.

What you enter

• Monthly Fixed Costs ($)
• Avg Revenue/Load ($)
• Avg Cost/Load ($)
• Loads/Month

DispatchTool calculates profitability in real-time so you never take a losing load again.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is break-even in trucking?

Break-even is the point where your revenue covers all fixed and variable costs. Knowing your break-even rate per mile helps you reject unprofitable loads.

How many loads per month to break even?

It depends on your fixed costs and average profit per load. Most owner operators need 8-15 loads per month to cover truck payments, insurance, and living expenses.

What is a good profit margin for trucking?

A healthy net profit margin for owner operators is 10-20% after all expenses. Top carriers achieve 15-25% by minimizing deadhead and optimizing lanes.