IA Motor Carrier Census & Insurance Guide
Trucking Companies in Iowa
Official U.S. DOT census data shows 1,217 active for-hire and private motor carriers headquartered in Iowa, operating 25,629 commercial power units and employing 19,870 commercial drivers.
1,217
Active IA Fleets
25,629
Power Units
$11,400
Avg Min Ins / Truck
351
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Actuarial Premium Benchmarks
Updated Monthly2026 Iowa Commercial Truck Insurance Cost by Fleet Size
| Fleet Operation Tier | Power Units | Estimated Annual Premium | Primary Coverage Included | Required Filings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Owner-Operator (Semi / Box Truck) | 1 Truck | $11,400 – $17,985 | $1M Auto Liability + $100k Cargo | BMC-91X, MCS-90 |
| Small Commercial Fleet | 2 – 4 Units | $22,230 – $67,444 | $1M Liability + Physical Damage + Cargo | BMC-91X, Form E |
| Mid-Sized Transportation Fleet | 5 – 15 Units | $52,440 – $242,798 | Comprehensive Commercial Fleet Policy + GL | BMC-91X, MCS-90, Form H |
| New Venture Authority (1st Year) | 1 – 2 Trucks | $14,250 – $24,280 | New Venture Risk Surcharge + $1M Liability | BMC-91X, BOC-3 |
* Actuarial benchmarks based on official FMCSA statutory requirements and underwriting loss ratios in Iowa.Calculate Custom IA Quote →
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Verified Motor Carriers in Iowa (Page 21 of 50)
ACTIVEUSDOT #195186MC-1027553
ARLAN ARENDS
DBA: ARLAN ARENDS TRUCKING
Little Rock, IA 512432 Power Units2 Drivers
Cargo: Refrigerated Food (Reefer)|Est. Ins: $11,100–$17,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #226391MC-165154
WAYNE DAVIS
DBA: WAYNE DAVIS TRUCKING
Sigourney, IA 525912 Power Units2 Drivers
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $5,400–$8,900/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #249645MC-475017
DONALD R SCHULZ TRUCKING INC
DBA: DONALD R SCHULZ TRUCKING
West Bend, IA 505972 Power Units1 Driver
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $16,200–$25,600/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: Refrigerated Food (Reefer)|Est. Ins: $14,200–$22,400/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $11,100–$17,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #386050MC-900913
COLOR INK CORPORATION
DBA: DALLAS JOHNSON GREENHOUSE
Council Bluffs, IA 515012 Power Units2 Drivers
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $6,700–$11,000/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $9,400–$14,800/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: Grain, Feed & Hay|Est. Ins: $5,400–$8,900/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #485052MC-369479
TODD W GUTTENFELDER
DBA: WEST END FARM
Durant, IA 52747-97982 Power Units1 Driver
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $12,700–$20,000/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #498625MC-268324
WEST LIVESTOCK TRANSPORTATION INC
Sioux City, IA 511042 Power Units2 Drivers
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $14,000–$22,000/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $11,100–$17,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #570945MC-279490
ALAN ANDERSON
DBA: WILLIAM L ANDERSON
Dewitt, IA 527422 Power Units1 Driver
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $12,400–$19,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #615544MC-311614
DALE B WETHERELL
DBA: DALE B WETHERELL TRUCKING
Alta, IA 510022 Power Units1 Driver
Cargo: Refrigerated Food (Reefer)|Est. Ins: $11,100–$17,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $10,000–$15,700/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $5,400–$8,900/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: Grain, Feed & Hay|Est. Ins: $5,400–$8,900/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #715030MC-442133
DENNIS L BALLARD
DBA: BALLARD TRUCKING LLC
Amana, IA 522032 Power Units2 Drivers
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $6,700–$11,000/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $11,100–$17,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #723982MC-441580
ROBERT EWURS JR
DBA: BEAVER'S TRUCKING
Des Moines, IA 503152 Power Units4 Drivers
Cargo: Building Materials|Est. Ins: $6,200–$10,200/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #724459MC-594023
DON'S TOWING SERVICE LLC
DBA: DON'S TOWING SERVICE
Decorah, IA 521012 Power Units12 Drivers
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $7,100–$11,700/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #725275MC-341836
WILLIAM PENCOOK
DBA: BILL PENCOOK TRUCKING
Dumont, IA 50625-02432 Power Units2 Drivers
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $6,700–$11,000/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #725537MC-867398
JOHN C NIELSEN
DBA: NIELSEN TRUCKING
Hazelton, IA 506412 Power Units2 Drivers
Cargo: Machinery & Large Objects|Est. Ins: $11,700–$18,400/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #728704MC-337214
ARTHUR J ISELI
DBA: A J ISELI TRUCKING
Waukon, IA 521722 Power Units2 Drivers
Cargo: Building Materials|Est. Ins: $11,700–$18,400/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $6,300–$10,300/truck
Inspection & Filing Profile