Trucking Profit Calculator
What your truck actually earns.
Gross revenue is not income. Enter what the truck grosses in a month and everything that comes out of it to see net profit and margin.
Monthly net profit
$10,420
Profit margin
40.1%
Total expenses
$15,580
Yearly net profit
$125,040
How to Use It
- Enter the month's total gross from all loads.
- Enter each expense category.
- Enter combined dispatch and factoring percentage.
- Use the margin to track month over month — healthy owner-operators often run 15–30%.
The Formula
Net profit = Gross − (Fuel + Fixed + Maintenance + Gross × Fee % + Other)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much profit does an owner-operator make?
Net profit varies widely, but many owner-operators keep 15–30% of gross after expenses. Rate per mile and deadhead have the biggest impact.
Is net profit the same as take-home pay?
Not exactly — income and self-employment taxes still come out of net profit.
How can I increase trucking profit?
Raise average rate per mile, cut deadhead, buy fuel strategically, and collect detention and accessorials you're owed.
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Results are estimates for planning only and are not tax, legal, or financial advice.