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 30 of 50)
ACTIVEUSDOT #153090MC-7135
ORVILLE L HICKS
DBA: ORVILLE L HICKS TRUCKING
Dunlap, IA 515291 Power Unit1 Driver
Cargo: Grain, Feed & Hay|Est. Ins: $14,000–$22,000/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #179915MC-385837
DEAN E WENGER
DBA: IOWA TRAILER TRANSPORT
Masonville, IA 506541 Power Unit1 Driver
Cargo: Grain, Feed & Hay|Est. Ins: $5,400–$8,900/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $5,400–$8,900/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $12,400–$19,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $16,600–$26,100/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #265389MC-181426
WILLIAM C DOUGHERTY
DBA: DOUGHERTY TRUCKING
Bedford, IA 50833-10931 Power Unit2 Drivers
Cargo: Building Materials|Est. Ins: $11,700–$18,400/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $5,400–$8,900/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $6,500–$10,700/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: Grain, Feed & Hay|Est. Ins: $10,900–$17,200/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $6,400–$10,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $11,100–$17,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #353886MC-906424
DAVID A MUMM
DBA: MUSTANG EXPRESS
Missouri Valley, IA 515551 Power Unit1 Driver
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $12,700–$20,000/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #362193MC-217885
NORMAN HARRISON
DBA: HARRISON TRUCKING
Cambridge, IA 500461 Power Unit1 Driver
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $5,400–$8,900/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: Hazardous Materials (Hazmat)|Est. Ins: $13,600–$21,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $12,400–$19,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: Grain, Feed & Hay|Est. Ins: $5,400–$8,900/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #517800MC-230524
HOEGH TRUCKING LC
DBA: DAN HOEGH TRUCKING
Atlantic, IA 500221 Power Unit2 Drivers
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $10,900–$17,200/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $10,500–$16,600/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: Livestock|Est. Ins: $14,000–$22,000/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #560214MC-274473
GEORGE THOMAS
DBA: THOMAS TRUCKING INC
Pella, IA 502191 Power Unit1 Driver
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $6,600–$10,900/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #577661MC-280672
DAVID FOX TRUCKING LLC
DBA: DAVID FOX TRUCKING
Osage, IA 504611 Power Unit1 Driver
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $12,400–$19,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $10,900–$17,200/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $6,700–$11,000/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #592058MC-828390
BRADY S BAIRD
DBA: BRADY BAIRD TRUCKING
Bloomfield, IA 525371 Power Unit1 Driver
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $10,900–$17,200/truck
Inspection & Filing Profile