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 35 of 50)
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $10,900–$17,200/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: Grain, Feed & Hay|Est. Ins: $10,900–$17,200/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #1705340MC-694635
SUNRISE RIDGE TRUCKING INC
DBA: DEN HOED TRUCKING
Doon, IA 512351 Power Unit1 Driver
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $12,700–$20,000/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #1711961MC-628031
ADAM T KLOCKE
DBA: ADAM KLOCKE TRUCKING
Halbur, IA 514441 Power Unit1 Driver
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $5,400–$8,900/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $11,100–$17,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #1722295MC-631336
LONE MOUNTAIN TRUCK LEASING LLC
Carter Lake, IA 515101 Power Unit1 Driver
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $11,800–$18,500/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 ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #1813867MC-784979
STEVEN MATTHEW WIERSMA
DBA: WIERSMA TRUCKING
Sanborn, IA 512481 Power Unit1 Driver
Cargo: Grain, Feed & Hay|Est. Ins: $9,400–$14,800/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $12,700–$20,000/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $11,100–$17,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: 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: $7,300–$12,000/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $9,400–$14,800/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $10,900–$17,200/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #1947740MC-692868
TIMOTHY RAY STARR
DBA: STARR TOWING AND REPAIR
New Liberty, IA 527651 Power Unit2 Drivers
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $12,400–$19,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #2011118MC-708894
JON BELLOWS
DBA: JON BELLOWS TRUCKING
Pocahontas, IA 505741 Power Unit1 Driver
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $10,900–$17,200/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: Livestock|Est. Ins: $10,900–$17,200/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #2047965MC-767708
DONALD HARDERSEN
DBA: HARDERSEN FARMS
Anamosa, IA 522051 Power Unit1 Driver
Cargo: Agricultural & Farm Supplies|Est. Ins: $10,000–$15,700/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: Hazardous Materials (Hazmat)|Est. Ins: $13,600–$21,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #2083906MC-727326
DARYL'S TRANSPORT LLC
DBA: DARYL'S TRANSPORT
Clinton, IA 527321 Power Unit1 Driver
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $11,100–$17,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $11,700–$18,400/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #2090997MC-798390
CARL BRIAN JOHNSON
DBA: CJ TRUCKING
Watkins, IA 523541 Power Unit1 Driver
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $11,100–$17,500/truck
Inspection & Filing Profile