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 11 of 50)
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $11,300–$17,800/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #1242135MC-489847
FOOTE HAULING INC
DBA: DAVE FOOTE HAULING
Crescent, IA 515267 Power Units6 Drivers
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $10,600–$16,700/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $11,500–$18,200/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $10,100–$15,900/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #1461672MC-552185
GOLDEN VALLEY HARDSCAPES LLC
Story City, IA 50248-75157 Power Units2 Drivers
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $8,600–$13,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $9,800–$15,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: Grain, Feed & Hay|Est. Ins: $12,700–$20,000/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #1734248MC-855323
BIG COUNTRY SEEDS INC
DBA: BIG COUNTRY WAREHOUSING
Tiffin, IA 523407 Power Units4 Drivers
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $8,700–$13,700/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $10,600–$16,700/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: Refrigerated Food (Reefer)|Est. Ins: $6,900–$11,300/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #2505158MC-868448HAZMAT
BEIDLER SERVICES INC
DBA: BEIDLER TOWING
Dubuque, IA 520027 Power Units7 Drivers
Cargo: Hazardous Materials (Hazmat)|Est. Ins: $12,400–$19,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $9,900–$15,600/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $8,600–$13,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $10,100–$15,900/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $8,900–$14,000/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #161585MC-49413
CLAUSEN BROTHERS TRUCKING LLC
Treynor, IA 51575-01326 Power Units4 Drivers
Cargo: Agricultural & Farm Supplies|Est. Ins: $12,700–$20,000/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #162485MC-216309
B BAR R LIVESTOCK TRANSPORTATION INC
Denison, IA 514426 Power Units6 Drivers
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $11,500–$18,200/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #168027MC-395033HAZMAT
CLARAHAN TRUCKING COMPANY INC
Harper, IA 522316 Power Units6 Drivers
Cargo: Hazardous Materials (Hazmat)|Est. Ins: $12,400–$19,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $9,100–$14,300/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $12,700–$20,000/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $10,600–$16,700/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: Agricultural & Farm Supplies|Est. Ins: $11,500–$18,200/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: Liquids & Gases (Tanker)|Est. Ins: $11,500–$18,200/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: Hazardous Materials (Hazmat)|Est. Ins: $12,400–$19,500/truck
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