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 4 of 50)
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $10,400–$16,400/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $9,600–$15,000/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $8,900–$14,100/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #29260MC-1676670
OWEN INDUSTRIES INC
DBA: FR8 THE FREIGHT COMPANY
Carter Lake, IA 5151033 Power Units21 Drivers
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $9,200–$14,600/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #576144MC-279607
HUTCHISON INCORPORATED
DBA: HUTCHISON TRANSPORTATION
Manchester, IA 5205733 Power Units30 Drivers
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $9,400–$14,800/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $8,800–$13,800/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $4,400–$7,300/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $9,100–$14,300/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: Hazardous Materials (Hazmat)|Est. Ins: $14,300–$22,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #4354064MC-1702859
New VentureHOMEMAKERS PLAZA INC
Urbandale, IA 5032232 Power Units37 Drivers
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $11,600–$18,300/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $8,900–$14,000/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $10,200–$16,000/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #371013MC-734864
L R FALK CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
Saint Ansgar, IA 5047230 Power Units32 Drivers
Cargo: Building Materials|Est. Ins: $10,400–$16,400/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #454256MC-850282
HOLLAND CONTRACTING CORP
Forest City, IA 50436-215830 Power Units30 Drivers
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $9,600–$15,000/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: Building Materials|Est. Ins: $9,600–$15,200/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #1080048MC-447457
NORSEMEN SPECIALIZED DIVISION INC
Lake Mills, IA 5045029 Power Units31 Drivers
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $9,600–$15,000/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #3420026MC-1105290
UNIVERSAL FREIGHT LLC
DBA: UNIVERSAL FREIGHT EXPRESS
Cresco, IA 5213629 Power Units23 Drivers
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $9,600–$15,200/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $9,600–$15,000/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $7,700–$12,100/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $7,700–$12,100/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $10,400–$16,400/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $10,600–$16,700/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: Hazardous Materials (Hazmat)|Est. Ins: $11,200–$17,600/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #1285493MC-1000344
BRUS CONSTRUCTION LLC
Blue Grass, IA 52726-870026 Power Units22 Drivers
Cargo: Building Materials|Est. Ins: $10,800–$17,000/truck
Inspection & Filing Profile