Freight Profit Calculator

Know your true profit on every load. Input your rate and all expenses to see exactly what you take home.

What you enter

• Load Rate ($)
• Total Miles
• Fuel Cost ($)
• Driver Pay ($)
• Tolls ($)
• Permits ($)
• Insurance ($)
• Maintenance ($)
• Equipment/Lease ($)

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you calculate freight profit?

Freight profit = Load Rate − (Fuel Cost + Driver Pay + Tolls + Permits + Insurance + Maintenance + Equipment Costs). Include all variable and fixed costs allocated to the load for an accurate number.

What is a good profit per load in trucking?

A healthy profit per load ranges from $200–$800 for local/regional hauls and $500–$2,000+ for long-haul. Owner-operators should target at least 15–20% net margin per load after all expenses.

How much profit does a truck make per mile?

Average profit per mile ranges from $0.15–$0.50 for company trucks and $0.30–$0.80 for owner-operators. The key is knowing your exact cost per mile and only booking loads above that number.

What costs should I include in freight profit calculation?

Include fuel, driver pay, tolls, permits, cargo insurance, truck payment/lease, maintenance reserve, tire fund, license/registration, and overhead allocation. Missing costs leads to overestimating profit.