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
New Authorities
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 29 of 50)
ACTIVEUSDOT #8249775MC-74099955
New VentureLIQUID LEGACY LLC
West Des Moines, IA 502662 Power Units4 Drivers
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $12,400–$19,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #8698491MC-61909308
New VentureYUSUF ESTATE LLC
Des Moines, IA 50312-36092 Power Units8 Drivers
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $12,400–$19,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #8902845MC-93017407
New VentureL&A EXPRESS INC
Moville, IA 51039-77812 Power Units2 Drivers
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $12,400–$19,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #8976871MC-71257546HAZMAT
New VentureSCOOTIN HOTSHOT LLC
Perry, IA 50220-10302 Power Units1 Driver
Cargo: Hazardous Materials (Hazmat)|Est. Ins: $18,000–$28,300/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: Building Materials|Est. Ins: $14,300–$22,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #9029475MC-57311175HAZMAT
New VentureUS EAGLE LLC
Des Moines, IA 50310-29372 Power Units2 Drivers
Cargo: Hazardous Materials (Hazmat)|Est. Ins: $18,000–$28,300/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #9134597MC-99558647
New VentureSUELLEN WOODWARD
DBA: WOODWARD TRANSPORT
Bloomfield, IA 52537-71202 Power Units8 Drivers
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $14,400–$22,700/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $15,400–$24,200/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #9334379MC-88342120
New VentureSESEN TRANSPORT LLC
Urbandale, IA 503232 Power Units2 Drivers
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $12,400–$19,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #9537948MC-55486172
New VentureSOUTHWEST AMERICAN MOVING
DBA: THE INTERSTATE MOVERS
Des Moines, IA 50309-41042 Power Units1 Driver
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $12,400–$19,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #9540673MC-67969939
New VentureLYKAM TRUCKING SOLUTIONS LLC
Davenport, IA 52806-16082 Power Units4 Drivers
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $15,100–$23,800/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #9571074MC-98535874
New VentureROQUE TRANSPORT LLC
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404-22292 Power Units1 Driver
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $12,400–$19,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #9721379MC-77102327HAZMAT
New VentureCHAVCO LOGISTICS LLC
Carroll, IA 51401-16182 Power Units4 Drivers
Cargo: Hazardous Materials (Hazmat)|Est. Ins: $18,000–$28,300/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #9751484MC-83213992
New VentureLOGAN SMITH CUSTOM TRUCKING LLC
Alburnett, IA 52202-97462 Power Units2 Drivers
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $15,400–$24,200/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #9789611MC-74196998HAZMAT
New VenturePARKER GRIFFIN TRUCKING
Woodward, IA 50276-60522 Power Units1 Driver
Cargo: Hazardous Materials (Hazmat)|Est. Ins: $18,000–$28,300/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #9841925MC-49324051
New VentureNISLEY TRANSPORT LLC
Protivin, IA 521632 Power Units1 Driver
Cargo: Machinery & Large Objects|Est. Ins: $15,400–$24,200/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #9887927MC-99031113
New VentureJJ IDLEWINE TRUCKING LLC
Bennett, IA 52721-96402 Power Units1 Driver
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $14,400–$22,700/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $12,400–$19,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $11,100–$17,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $11,100–$17,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: Grain, Feed & Hay|Est. Ins: $9,400–$14,800/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #73504MC-197028
MICHAEL JELLISON
DBA: JELLISON TRUCKING
Seymour, IA 525901 Power Unit1 Driver
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $11,100–$17,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $11,500–$18,100/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: Grain, Feed & Hay|Est. Ins: $6,300–$10,300/truck
Inspection & Filing Profile