Local hourly rates, insurance costs, the general contractors and quarries actually buying hauling in Charlotte, and what the North Carolina rules require before your first load.
Banking-corridor commercial work and some of the fastest suburban growth in the Southeast.
Union and Cabarrus county subdivisions are where most new operators land their first repeat GC.
| Truck | Hourly | Typical per load |
|---|---|---|
| Single-axle | $80–$115/hr | $200–$290 |
| Tandem-axle | $100–$145/hr | $260–$380 |
| Tri-axle | $120–$175/hr | $340–$490 |
| Quad / super dump | $140–$205/hr | $410–$590 |
Per-load figures assume a 45–75 minute cycle. Use the cycle-time calculator to convert any per-load offer into a real hourly number before you accept it.
Martin Marietta and Vulcan quarries in Mecklenburg and Union counties.
$5,200–$9,800 per year for a single tandem with $1M primary liability, cargo, and physical damage. Most GCs in Charlotte require you to name them as additional insured before your first load.
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