Load Profitability Calculator
Decide on a load in ten seconds.
A big gross number can still be a bad load. Enter the offer and your costs to see what you actually keep after fuel, deadhead, and operating expenses.
Net profit
$1,129
Verdict: Take it
Profit per mile
$1.11
Fuel cost
$604
Total trip cost
$1,471
Rate per loaded mile
$2.89
How to Use It
- Enter the broker's offer and the loaded miles.
- Add the deadhead to reach the shipper.
- Enter your MPG, diesel price, and non-fuel cost per mile.
- Use the verdict: above $0.60/mi profit take it, $0.20–$0.60 negotiate, below that skip it.
The Formula
Profit = Load pay − (Fuel + Miles × Operating CPM + Tolls) | Fuel = (Loaded + Deadhead) ÷ MPG × Diesel
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if a load is profitable?
Subtract fuel, operating cost per mile across all miles (including deadhead), and tolls from the load pay. If what's left per mile is comfortably positive, the load is profitable.
Is the highest paying load always the best?
No. Deadhead, fuel, timing, and the reload market at the destination can make a lower-paying load the better week.
What profit per mile should I target?
Many owner-operators target at least $0.50–$1.00 per mile profit after all costs, depending on equipment and lane.
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Results are estimates for planning only and are not tax, legal, or financial advice.